Mr Arun Prasad a 2011 batch student presented a paper on “An uncommon breast lesion –a clinical dilemma” at Empower ’13 – International conference held in Stanley Medical College, Chennai. Along with Ms Kukku Leopold, he has also submitted a paper on “Omental infarction- an uncommon cause of acute abdomen”[under the guidance of Dr.Magdalene,Dr Robin and Dr Veena] to the Saudi surgical Journal which was accepted by them for publishing.Great steps by SNIMSians worth emulating. Tiji Thankachan of 2010 batch won the award for excellence in social service amongst students instituted by Shambu Balasubramanyam Memorial Trust in August 2012 . The prize was awarded on 21st August 2012.

In November 2012, Kerala University of Health Sciences, conducted its first “ Arts fest” in Ahalya Ayurvedic Medical College. It was conducted over 3 days 19th , 20th & 21st Nov.2012.The Students of SNIMS actively participated in Essay Writing, General Quiz , Painting , Violin , Bharatanatyam, Folk Dance , Group Dance, Mohiniyattom, Kuchipuuddi, Group dance, Percussion (Indian) Kathaprasngam . The following students have bagged prizes. Anjana Venkatesh had got Ist Fist Prize for Violin and Yadhu Krishnan and Dishal Dilip got first for Quiz competition , Biswas D Kartha has got Ist Prize for Mridungum , Preethi Gopal has got third prize for Bharathnatyam and Folk Dance.

Fresher’s day was arranged for 2011 batch by 2010 batch and celebrated on 13 th February 2012 . The Chief Guest was Cine Artist, Kailash . The various cultural programmes were presented by 2011 batch. The College students union was reconstituted with new office bearers representing all the three batches on 15th January 2011Chairman- Aslam K Ahamed ,Vice Chairman- Nitu K Janardhanan , Secretary- Saeed ShabasJoint Secretary- Krishnan Chandran, Arts Secretary- Arun Ravindran, Sports Secretary – Salish K.S, Magazine Secretary- Aiswarya Lakshmi, Class representative- Ist year Yedhu Krishnan, 2 nd year- Vipin Vijayaraghavan

Other Health Education Programmes a) An Orientation programme conducted for the ASHA workers and Kudumbasree volunteers

at Kunnukara Panchayath Hall at 2.00pm on 10-08-2011. From the panchayath 71 persons in total participated in this programme. From the feedback we got from the workers, the programme was useful for them.

b) Orientation programme for ASHA workers and Kudumbasree volunteers conducted at Nedumbassery Panchayath hall at 11.00am on 22-08-2011. Total 98 members participated.

c) Orientation programme for ASHA workers and Kudumbasree volunteers conducted at Parakadavu Grama Panchayath hall at 2.00pm on 25-08-2011. 91 members participated.

d) Orientation programme for ASHA workers conducted at Puthenvelikara Grama Panchayath at 2.00pm on 01-09-2011. 114 members participated e) A health checkup and education programme were conducted for the Primary school children

in Govt. L.P. School, Manjaly with III year MBBS students on 13.10.2011.

f) A health checkup programme was conducted for the students for Junior Basic School, Kunnukara from 10 to 12 noon on 11-10-2011 with the V th semester MBBS students. 119 students were examined.

g) Conducted a Health Education class in Govt. L.P. School, Chalakka from 2 to 4 pm on 12-10-2011. About 30 parents and 75 students attended the programme. Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan and Mr. Satheesh Chandran conducted the class on water borne diseases, Leptospirosis and its control.

h) Conducted a Health Education class on water borne diseases, Leptospirosis, mosquito proliferation and its control for the students on 13-10-2011. The P.T.A President, teachers and 160 students participated. . A community education programme on prevention of Diabetes was conducted in Anganwadi No.16, Chalakka at 2.30pm on 11-11-2011.

i)A Diabetic detection, education and treatment programme was conducted in our Hospital on 14-11-2011. In this camp 66 patients participated. Mr. K.P. Dhanapaln M.P inaugurated the programme.

j) A Health awareness and familiarization programme for the Medical students was conducted on 17-11-2011 in Parakadavu Block Panchayath taking one batch of students to that institution. Adv. M.V. Shaji, President gave an introductory talk and Mrs. Leena P Joseph, Supervisor, ICDS conducted a class about the functioning of ICDS scheme.

K) Conducted a class on AIDS awareness and control on 1-12-2011 at Donbosco hospital jointly arranged by IMA and Donbosco Hospital.

l) Conducted a class on “adolescent health problems and preventive measures” on 03-12-2011 at Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School, N. Paravur.

m) Prof. Dr. Raju Antony attended a workshop on “Facts for life” at Hotel Casino, Thrissur which was jointly organized by UNICEF, UNESCO and WHO.

n)Prof. Dr. Raju Antony conducted a training on “Health Aspects” for High School Teachers in Kanjoor from 11.00am to 1.00pm on 10-12-2011. Mr. Sanu was also present.

o) Conducted a Medical checkup for the students of St. Joseph Govt. L.P. School Ayiroor in the forenoon on 21-12-2011. We have stressed on Nutrition, Personal hygiene and evening brushing.

p) Dr. P.Gopalakrishnan conducted a class on Public Health to gatherings assembled in UTHC, Munambam in the forenoon on 26-12-2011. Dr. Saritha Susan Varghese, Mr. Satheesh Chandran and Mr. Sanu had participated in the discussion. In the afternoon we have conducted a class on general health and hygiene and also on parameters of Health to NSS volunteers in their camp arranged at L.P. School, Ayiroor.

q) Prof. Dr. Raju Antony, Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan and Mr. Sanu participated in a discussion on the topic cosmetology by Dr. Sameena, Department of Dermatology SNIMS in the evening on 29-12-2011 at IMA hall Paravur.

r) Anti – Leprosy week was observed in a befitting manner by SNIMS and IMA, N.Paravur branch. Inauguration was conducted on 30.01.2012 at IMA hall, North Paravur. Dr. Radhakrishnan, State Vice president IMA mid zone was the Chief Guest. Dr. Raju Antony, Professor & Head, Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS spoke on Leprosy - latest trends. Members of IMA and SNIMS actively participated in the discussion.

On 01-02-2012, morning an orientation programme was arranged to remove stigma and discrimination in Leprosy at AISUPS, Manjali. Students and teachers from the school attended the programme. Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Asst. Professor, Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS lead the discussion. On 01-02-2012 afternoon classes were arranged to discuss details regarding spread of Leprosy, removal of stigma and discrimination in Leprosy for the Community at Munambam, our rural field practice area. Dr. Thambi, Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Mr. Satheesh Chandran Nair (HI), Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS participated in the discussion.On 02.02.2012 the topic for the clinical discussion for our faculty members at SNIMS was Leprosy prevention. Many faculty members and others actively participated in the discussion and attended the class. Dr. Dharmarathnam, HOD, Department of Dermatology, SNIMS, lead the discussion.On 03.02.2012 classes on Prevention of stigma and discrimination in Leprosy was arranged at St. Antony’s LP School, Ayiroor for students and teachers. Classes were lead by Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Mr. Satheesh Chndran (HI) and Mr. Sanu. K. S(JHI), Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS.On 04-02-2012 class on prevention, control and elimination of Leprosy was taken at SNIMS by Dr. Joe Thomas, Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS for our medical students. Students actively participated in the discussion.A role play was organized by our Medical Students on Anti- Leprosy day observation at the Department of Community Medicine, SNIMS. All students and faculty members attended the programme.

Dr. Dharmaratnam Head of Department of Dermatology has received international scholarship award and fellowship from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glassgow , United Kingdom.

Fresher’s day “IGNITE 13” for 2012 batch was celebrated on 6 th March 2012 at College Auditorium . The Chief Guest was Malayalam Filim Director Shri Lal Jose . The various cultural programmes were presented by students during this occasion.

1st December 2012 at Palakkad , Central Zone cultural fest held and won the following prizes.Anjana venketesh- violin- first, Rabin Pfizer- Jazz- Ist , Yadhu Krishnan and Dishal Dileep Quiz- 1 st , Biswas D Kartha- Mridhangam- 2nd , Preethi Gopal – Bharatnatyam 3rd and flok dance 3rd.

Staff Vs Sports Week was celebrated in the month of March 2013 to generate spirit of sportsmanship . Both staff and students indulged in various outdoor and indoor games.

At the Kerala University of Health Sciences Arts Festival held on 30 th and 31st May 2013 at PNNM Ayurveda College, Cheruthuruthy and won the following Prizes.Mr. Rabin Pfizer 2012 batch, Percussion (western) first. Miss. Anjana Venkatesh 2010 batch string (Indian) second. Mr. Yadhukrishnan and Mr. Dishal Dilip 2010 batch General Quiz 3 rd and Mr. Biswas D Kartha percussion (Indian ) 3rd

Short report of observation of Doctors’ Day - July 1 st .

Doctors day was observed at SNIMS at 3pm on 1st July 2013 at lecture hall No:3 . In connection with this a popular doctor contest was organized and popular doctors were selected from preclinical, paraclinical. clinical & overall by students and one popular doctor was selected by staff members.

Function started by prayer by students .Principal Commodore Dr. M.J John welcomed the gathering. In his address he mentioned the history of starting doctors whole over the world and in INDIA. He mentioned that this observance fulfills a need to show doctors and physicians in our lives how important they are to us and how invaluable their treatments are that cure us. The celebrations are indicative of respect they command in the life of their patients and thus obligate them to fulfill their responsibilities as well.

Dr. N Madhu former president PTA inaugurated the function. In his inaugural address he informed that the celebrations are indicative of the respect that the patients and families give to the doctors. He informed that that all of us take today’s function as an eye opener to us who have been stuck by a failing career owing to lack of commitment. Let us rededicate over selves, commit over selves to serve the humanity. Help the needy and help those who are in need.

Mr. E. A Subramanian, Executive Director in charge gave the message. In his address he appreciated the efforts taken and hard work being done by our doctors. He stressed the importance of having a healthy society to have healthy individuals to build a healthy nation. He also mentioned the importance of having doctors with dedication and commitment.

Dr.Raju Antony – Vice Principal,Dr. Sasidharan K A – Dy Medical Supt and Mr. Jimshad – Chairman,college union felicitated the gathering.The following doctors won the popular doctor contest:

Preclinical: Dr.Dhanya, Dept of AnatomyPararclinical : Dr.Karikalan, Dept of Forensic Medicine

Clinical & overall : Dr.Prasad Dept of General SurgeryDr.Issac Babu , Dept of anesthesiology was selected by staff members as the popular doctor .

Dr.Sateesh G Prabhu , Vice Principal proposed vote of thanks.Meeting ended with National Anthem.

Short report of the Inauguration of K-SAS project ( Kunnukara Samagra

Arogya Samrakshana Paddhathi) of SNIMS , conducted at the college on 15th

June 2013

A meeting was conducted at SNIMS to inaugurate the K-SAS project (Kunnukara

Samagra Arogya Samrakshana Paddhathi) at 3 pm on 15th June 2013. Sri. P.

Rajendraprasad, President of Gurudeva Charitable Trust presided over the

function, Shri V K Ebrahim Kunju Hon.Minister inaugurated the function and the

project and Shri KD Venugopal Secretary GCT gave the key note address.

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After prayer by the medical students, President - GCT, Secretary - GCT, Principal

and Vice Principal lighted the lamp.

Commodore Dr. M.J. John welcomed the gathering. In his welcome address,

special mention was made on the magnanimity of GCT President, Secretary and

team for accepting the project proposal .

He appreciated the efforts taken by the Department of Community Medicine in

planning the comprehensive health care project for Kunnukara Panchayath.

Principal expressed his sincere gratitude to the Hon Minister for his whole hearted

support for the total development of the college.

In the Presidential address , Shri P Rajendra Prasad ,President GCT gave a jist of

recent survey conducted by the college in the Kunnukara Panchayath.He

congratulated the Honourable Minister for the speedy and successful

implementation of public works activities in the State.

He mentioned that in ward number 11 of Kunnukara Panchayath, there were

about 111 patients with Hypertension , 70 patients with Diabetes,3 cases of

Cancer ,122 with defective vision and about 12 with Heart diseases. He informed

that the project is appropriate to the time to improve the health of Kunnukara

Community.He gave special mention about two important projects – 1) To make

Kunnukara Panchayath a cataract free area.

2)To make Kunnukara a dog bite free Panchayath.

He happily mentioned that GCT is willing to help for the successful

implementation of the project .He also appreciated the efforts taken by the

department of Community Medicine for introducing innovative ideas to bring

about total change in the Kunnukara Panchayath in terms of health and healthy

lifestyle.

Dr. Raju Antony, Head of the Department of Community Medicine presented a

short version of the project – objectives , programs , plan of action and evaluation

methods.

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Sri. V.K. Ibrahim kunju, Hon. Minister for Public Works, Kerala

inaugurated the project. He stressed the importance of waste management in

the community .Health problems he said, is mainly due to the defective

lifestyle ,inadequate drinking water and improper waste management .A

cooperative and coordinated approach by all concerned is the only answer

to these problems.The pivotal role of individual and the family need no

emphasis. He promised to provide all help to improve the health of

community and for the smooth running of the college. He appreciated the

efforts and the timely intervention programs taken by GCT , college

authorities and department of Community Medicine .

Sri. K. D. Venugopal, Secretary, G.C.T. delivered the key note address. In his

address he emphasized the importance of protecting the environment and shared

his ideas in making Kunnukara a Green Panchayath utilizing the expertise and

competencies of medical college of GCT.

He added to have proper waste management, rain water harvesting, supply of safe

potable drinking water, utilization of solar energy , establishment of biogas plants

etc to make Kunnukra self sustaining and to keep the diseases and disorders at

the elimination level. For this he sought the cooperation of Government,

Panchayath and Health centre to join hands with the Medical college.

The following community leaders and people’s representatives felicitated

the function.

1. Adv. M.K. Shaji, president, Parakkadavu Block panchayath

2. Smt. Shajitha Shamsu, President, Kunnukara Grama Panchayath

3. Sri. P.A. Shajahan, Member, District Panchayath

4. Shri. V. A. Chandran, Vice President, Kunnukara Grama Panchayath

5. Shri. Francis Tharayil, Member , Parakkadavu block Panchayath

6. Smt. Valsa Pathrose, Chair Person, Standing Committee

7. Smt. Sina Babu, member , Kunnukara Grama Panchayath

8. Shri. Yusef Arackal, Member, Kunnukara Grama Panchayath

9. Shri. Jimshad, chairman, College Union, SNIMS

Though the Medical officer PHC agreed to participate in the function ,she

could not make it due to personal reasons.

Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Associate Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine

proposed vote of thanks.

The meeting concluded at 5:pm with National Anthem.

REPORT ON CME PROGRAM IN LEPROSY CONDUCTED AT SREE NARAYANA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, CHALAKKA.A Continuing Medical Education Program on Leprosy was conducted at this college on 6.9.2013 under the joint auspicious of departments of Dermatology, Community Medicine and Medical Education & Technology Unit. An Organizing committee was constituted for the smooth conduct of the program with the following members. Total 60 Doctors including PG students in Dermatology from a other medical colleges participated in the CME.1. Dr. M.J. John - Principal2. Dr. A.D. Dharmaratnam - Chairman, Organizing committee

3. Dr. Ambika bai, - Secretary, Organizing committee4. Dr. Raju Antony - Convener5. Dr. Satish G. Prabhu - Convener6. Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Associate Professor in the Dept. of Community Medicine was given charge of the finance.

Dr. M.J. John, Principal inaugurated the function by lighting the lamp in the college auditorium at 8.40 AM on 6th September.

. The Principal stressed the importance of CME on leprosy and added that the cases of leprosy are on the increase in Kerala. He also mentioned that this CME will give an opportunity for the faculty members to discuss with specialists in leprosy who have vast experience in managing leprosy and wished all success for the CME . In continuation to the inauguration Dr. Dharmaratnam, HOD, Dermatology gave an introductory talk on leprosy.

The first session started at 8.50 AM. Dr. Dharamaratnam and Dr. Tommy Varghese, Medical Superintendent, chaired the session. Dr. Anoop Sinha, Associate Professor, Dept. of Microbiology presented a topic on “introduction to leprosy and lab. diagnosis”. He explained in detail various methods of laboratory diagnosis on leprosy.

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Session 2 was chaired by Dr. Sumangala, HOD, Dept. of Pathology. Dr. Magdalin, Professor of Pathology explained in detail various aspects of pathology and pathogenesis’ of leprosy. Doubts were clarified immediately after the session.

After tea break, Dr. Raju Antony, HOD, Dept. of Community Medicine chaired the next session on” the role of BCC in elimination of leprosy”. Dr. Saritha Susan Varghese explained various aspects of communication with special emphasis on behavioral change. She said, though there are plenty of opportunity for health education, and there are experts who give health education using various improvised and modern methods, what is lacking is behavioural change. The need is to have sustained and committed efforts for behavioural change in the people. Only then we can achieve the expected results. Dr. Raju Antony quoted many examples to have effective communication, so as to have behavioral changes faster and better.

The next session was on “diagnosis and management of leprosy”. Prof. Dr. Ambika bai chaired the session. Prof. Dr. Sadeep and Prof. Dr. Sobhana Kumari, Dept. of Dermatology, Medical college, Kottayam gave detailed discussion on the topic. They gave a mention about stigma attached to leprosy which is making diagnosis and management difficult.

Dr. Ambika bai informed that unless the family and community fully accept the leprosy patients, elimination of leprosy will continue as a mirage. Therefore the present need is to have coordinated, cooperative, continuous and committed efforts to maintain leprosy in the elimination stage.

Next sessions were on leprosy along with other diseases.

Prof. Dr. Mohanan K.R., HOD Dept. of Orthopedics SNIMS chaired the session on “leprosy and systemic diseases”. Prof. Dr. N.L. Sarma and Prof. Dr. Ganapathi Rao explained various aspects of leprosy and several systemic diseases. They also mentioned about liver and bone changes in leprosy. Several doubts were clarified. This session was prolonged up to 1.45 PM as there were many doubts raised by participants.

After lunch break, the next session started by 2.30 PM on the topic “Neuritis and surgical aspects of leprosy”. Prof. Dr. Satish G. Prabhu chaired the session. The speakers were Prof. Dr. Anandakumar, HOD, Neurology and Prof. Dr. Gopalakrishnan, HOD, Surgery from Amritha Institute of Medical sciences, Kochi. They explained various surgical and neurological aspects of leprosy. Dr. Satish Prabhu also added various surgical aspects of leprosy.

The next session was on “Drugs in leprosy and therapeutics” which was chaired by Dr. K.V. Nataraja, Professor of Pharmacology, SNIMS and Dr. Naveen, Asst. Professor of Pharmacology, SNIMS gave the talk on the subject.

The session was on “relapse, re-infection and reactivation of leprosy”. Dr. Dharmaratnam chaired the session.

The speakers were Dr. Vineetha Varghese Associate Professor, dept. of Dermatology, and Dr. David Puthukkadan, Associate Professor of Dermatology.

The last session on” “Stigma & discrimination and current status of leprosy” was chaired by Dr. Haseena Mohammed, District Medical Officer, Ernakulam and Dr. Raju Antony, HOD, Community Medicine, SNIMS.

The speakers were Dr. Dalia V.S. Deputy D.M.O. Ernakulam and Dr. P. Gopalakrishnan, Associate Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine, SNIMS. Dr. Dalia talked on stigma attached to leprosy in which she highlighted the importance of the activities to remove stigma in the community for better treatment compliance and eradication of leprosy.

Dr. Gopalakrishnan talked on present status of leprosy globally, nationally and locally and mentioned about the increase of cases during the year 2012 compared to the status during the preceding ten years.

In the concluding session, Dr.M.J. John, Principal congratulated the organizing team for their untiring efforts with which the CME was well conducted.He thanked the chairpersons, speakers and participants. The Principal also appreciated the efforts made by the departments of Dermatology, Community Medicine and the Medical Education unit of this college.

Dr.Raju Antony, HOD Dept. of community medicine thanked all those have participated and helped for the smooth conduct of the programme. He added that he is grateful to the G.C.T. team for the

help and guidance given to make the CME a reality. He thanked again all the participants, chairpersons, speakers and all those who helped to plan and conduct the CME.

De Addiction Ward and Workshop

The disturbing scenario prevailing in our neighbourhood of rampant alcoholism was taken into consideration thus leading to the birth of the conceptualized Deaddiction package and ward. Differing from the usual treatment of substance abuse, a three week schedule is introduced and a separate 15 bedded ward was started for the same. Drawing in on the excellent training he received at St John’s Bangalore and the work experience at NIMHANS, he has designed a target oriented program for these patients. After a week of acute management the patients are transferred to the specially designed ward, where he is ably assisted by the Clinical Psychologists and social workers. Realising the fact that prolonged social support is required to keep these patients away from the temptations of this evil menace, the support of the social organizations was ensured As part of the drive to enlist the support of social organizations, a workshop for the office bearers of various branches of SNDP Union of Parur was conducted on the 26 th of October. The workshop, attended by 35 participants was inaugurated by Dr Prabhakaran Nair and the topic was ably presented by Dr Anoop Vincent. The next Workshop is scheduled for the month of December.

An anti ragging awareness programme was conducted at Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka under the auspices of N.Paravur Legal Services Committee on Monday 30th September 2013. The Chief Guest, Additional District Judge of N. Paravur Sri. P.S. Antony inaugurated the programme. The function was presided over by the Principal of SNIMS Commodore Dr. M.J.John. Additional Govt. Pleader Sri.A.J.R.Varghese gave a felicitation speech. Vice Principal of SNIMS, Dr. Madhavi Ramachandran welcomed the gathering and Dr. Sasidharan, Deputy Medical Superintendent proposed the vote of thanks.

Two batches of medical students and the faculty and other staff of SNIMS participated in the campaign. The inaugural function was followed by a class for the students by Advocate Ayub Khan who went into all the legal aspects and consequences of ragging. A representative from the student body expressed their appreciation and thanks to Advocate Ayub Khan.

Mr. Subin S 2010 batch won the award for excellence in social service amongst students instituted by Shambu Balasubramanyam Memorial Trust in 2013

Election of Students Council conducted by KUHS was held on 5 th October 2013. All the members were nominated and hence there was no elections.

Administrative Meeting in the Presence of President and Secretary GCT were held on 1st November 2013.

College Union “ Nimantra13” Inauguration was held on 7th November 2013. During this event a gift was handed over to Ms. Aparna Padmanabhan by Sunny Diamonds for the topper of the academics.

Kerala University of Health Sciences invited Principal for the inaugural function of AIU South Zone Vice Chancellors’ Conference . Hon. Chief Minister of Kerala. Shri Oommen Chandy has graciously inaugurated the conference on 12. 11.2013 at 10.00 am . Our Principal Commodore Dr. M.J John attended the conference.

Observance of World Diabetes Day2013 and Wellness center InaugurationDiabetes Education and prevention WAS HELD ON 14TH November 2013 Free investigations for patients and free medicines for 100 patients for one year are the highlights of our Diabetic Day. The function in association will be inaugurated on 14 th November 2013 at 9.am by Smt. Valsala Prasannakumar, General Secretary of KPCC and Municipal Chairperson Parur. Along with this function the formal inauguration of the Wellness Clinic will be done By Dr. Haseena Muhammed, DMO of Ernakulam. Wellness clinic is a joint venture between the hospital and the department of Community Medicine, where routine screening of patients for parameters of Obesity and will be managed in the departments of dietetics, medicine and surgery.

Arthritis awareness Programme was celebrated on 16th November 2013.

The Kerala University of Health Sciences organized a workshop for Medical teachers under this University on ‘How to conduct Inspection” on 15/11/2013. The work shop was attended by four faculty of our Institution. on 15/11/2013.

ORIENTATION Programme for 3rd Semester students were held on 15/11/2013.

Administrative meeting in presence of President and Secretary held on 15/11/2013

Get together - Joints for Life Event Hosted by Department of Orthopaedics

A get together of patients who underwent Knee and Hip replacement surgery was held on the 16th November 2013 at 9.am. This event was inaugurated by Sri. K.P.Dhanapalan M.P.

A press conference was held at the Ernakulam Press Club on the 15 th. November 2013 regarding this.

GCP workshop. scheduled on 20 Nov 2013 at 10 AM. It would be delighted to inform that we are organising a GCP work shop at our hospital. On 20th November 2013 . We are conducting clinical trials associating with SMO connect Clinical Research Services Pvt Ltd. It is mandatory to have GCP certification for the investigators to conduct clinical trials. The GCP certificates will be provided for all the attendees.

Get together - Joints for Life Event Hosted by Department of Orthopaedics

A get together of patients who underwent Knee and Hip replacement surgery was held on the 16th November 2013 at 9.am. This event was inaugurated by Sri. K.P.Dhanapalan M.P. A press conference was held at the Ernakulam Press Club on the 15 th. November 2013 regarding this.

GCP workshop. scheduled on 20 Nov 2013 at 10 AM. It would be delighted to inform that we are organising a GCP work shop at our hospital. On 20th November 2013 . We are conducting clinical trials associating with SMO connect Clinical Research Services Pvt Ltd. It is mandatory to have GCP certification for the investigators to conduct clinical trials. The GCP certificates will be provided for all the attendees.

Sports activities, University volley ball competition

KUHS had entrusted us with the conduct of Central zone Volley ball competition of the University. Although there were 35 teams from various colleges to take part, finally only 10 colleges took part. The event was inaugurated on 18th November 2013. Volley ball champions of India, c. Gopinath IPS, IG Police of Thrissur range , Superintendent of Customs, Cochin, Moideen Naina and Dean of KUHS Dr. Sudhikumar were special guests at the inaugural match .Mr Naina, who was the former Indian Volley ball Team captain, served the first ball and started the match series.

The matches were enthusiastically enjoyed by our students. Our team and the team of Cochin cooperative medical college team played semi final and our team win . The finals were played between our team and Alleppy medical college team and SNIMS got the championship trophy.