STUDY BY

Dr. Kabita Mishra BHMS, MBA (Hospital Management)

Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) Central Research Institute for Homoeopathy

Noida- 201301, India

LIFE MEMBER | INDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

INDIAN HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

Introduction Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association is a national platform of Indian homoeopaths is relentless in its efforts to raise the standards of homoeopathic education & practice in India. IHMA serve the human society by awarding the benefits of homoeopathic system of treatment to public, especially the low socio-economic groups by conducting regular medical camps and fight to maintain the honor and dignity of the profession. It has fought tooth and nail many absurd decisions of the authorities concerned and this way gained maximum acceptance among the homoeopathic community which is evident from the growth it achieved along the length and breadth of India. Since its inception, IHMA took firm stand against the corruption and nepotism that were prevalent in the Central Council of Homoeopathy at the time. The corruptions were so gross that there were even vigilance cases against some of the top office bearers of the CCH. As a result of the complaints filed by the IHMA before the enquiry commission led by honorable Justice Usha Verma, the then CCH was replaced by elected members.

History IHMA -the pioneer organization of elite homoeopaths of India came into being on April 2004 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala as the leaders of KHMGA, the forerunner of IHMA felt the need for a national platform to fight the malignancies curbing the growth of homoeopathy- the scientific system of medicine. Within a short span after its formation, IHMA has stamped its presence in the Indian homoeopathic scenario. IHMA was relentless in its efforts to raise the standards of homoeopathic practice and education in India. IHMA protested strongly against the practice of National Institute of Homoeopathy, Kolkota in announcing their MD entrance examination notification in local Bengali dailies only and thereby denying the opportunities of candidates from other states. As a sequel, Union health Minister and Vice Chancellor of Kolkota university intervened in the matter and directed the NIH to withdraw the earlier notification and then to publish once again the notification in all leading dailies of the nation. In Kerala, IHMA played pivotal roles in many issues concerning Homoeopathy in state like appointment of tutors in Govt. Homoeopathic Medical Colleges, Allocation of new MD courses etc. Kerala Govt. Homoeo Medical Officers’ Association- a sister concern of IHMA enjoys the representation of more than 95% of the Govt. Homoeo Medical officers of Kerala. IHMA is the only organization in India which fights against fake courses like External MD & External PhD in homeopathy. Because of the constant agitation of IHMA, authorities has frozen OTC rule & short term courses to MBBS holders. We started with practically nothing in our hand and today we have reputation, dignity as a proud forum to share, analyse, and learn more about our great system of healing art in its true spirit and sense and also to solve problems in our homoeopathic fraternity in a collective way

Objectives 1. To serve the human society by awarding the benefits of homoeopathic system of treatment to public, especially the low

socio-economic groups.

2. To improve the quality of homoeopathic medical practice.

3. To improve the quality of homoeopathic medical education.

4. To maintain the honor and dignity and to uphold the interest of the profession of homoeopathic practice and to promote cooperation amongst the members thereof.

5. To work for the abolition of fake Homoeopathic practices.

6. To achieve welfare of qualified homoeopathic doctors.

7. To stand for integrated medical research in homoeopathy.

8. To conduction medical camps, especially in epidemics affected areas.

9. To promote and advance homoeopathic system of medicine and allied sciences and to benefit and improve public health thereby.

Methods 1. For attainment of the above mentioned objects the association may do the following.

2. Conducts regular CMEs, leadership training programs, faculty & clinical training, PSC, UPSC & PG Entrance coaching,

conferences, newsletters & magazines along with integrated medical research.

3. Maintain a National, State and District offices.

4. Conduct educational campaign among the people of the state in the matter of public health and sanitation awareness.

5. Organize medical and preventive camps.

6. Borrow or raise money in such manner as the association may think fit and collect subscription and donations for the purpose of the association.

7. Invest any money of the association not immediately required for any of its objects in such manner as may from time be determined by the association.

8. Assist, subscribe to, co-operate, affiliate, be affiliated to or amalgamate with any other public body, whether incorporated, registered or not, and having altogether or in part objects similar to those of the association.

9. Create or assist in creating local branches for any of the purpose aforesaid as and when necessary.

10. Do all such other as are cognate to the objects of the association or are incidental or conductive to the attainment of the above objects.

Mission 1. To improve the quality of homoeopathic medical practice. 2. To improve the quality of homoeopathic medical education. 3. To maintain the honor and dignity and to uphold the interest of the profession of homoeopathic practice and to promote cooperation amongst the members thereof. 4. To work for the abolition of fake Homoeopathic practices. 5. To achieve welfare of qualified homoeopathic doctors. 6. To stand for integrated medical research in homoeopathy. 7. To serve the human society by awarding the benefits of homoeopathic system of treatment to public, especially the low socio-economic groups. 8. To conduction medical camps, especially in epidemics affected areas. 9. To promote and advance homoeopathic system of medicine and allied sciences and to benefit and improve public health thereby.

IHRC- Indian Homoeopathy Research Centre IHRC is a research wing and subsidiary of Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association (IHMA). IHRC’s major objective is to conduct and promote research in Homoeopathic system of medicine by formulating parameters of, supporting and conducting active research in homoeopathy. We also aim to fund worthwhile research projects with the help of like minded supporting groups and persons. Objectives 1. Conduction of research in Homoeopathic system of medicine 2. Formulation of parameters for medical research in Homoeopathy 3. Epidemiological survey of different diseases to find out the most suitable medicine (genus epidemics) for prevention and

eradication of these diseases 4. Collection of statistical data of the incidence and cure rate of specific diseases 5. Conduction of health awareness programs especially in AIDS, Diarrheal diseases, Viral epidemics, Type I / Class A personality

diseases, Malnourishment syndromes, Obesity, Alcohol and drug addiction etc. 6. Conduction of highly standardized Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs for qualified Homoeopathic doctors 7. The centre may take any research project related to medical and paramedical subject. IHRC Accredited Clinics & Hospitals Homoeopathic Institutions are given accreditation by IHRC which pass the criteria and standards required by us. Theses centers can also work as accredited research centers to undertake research and other clinical studies under the supervision of IHRC. After due inspection by our expert panel, according to the facilities two types of Accreditation are given out by IHRC. Those premises satisfying the full standards of IHRC gets A Grade Accreditation and those satisfying minimum standards is given a B Grade Accreditation. Both the accreditation is valid for a period of three years after which a re-assessment is done. Those premises awarded with IHRC Accreditation can display the Accreditation Certificate in their institutions. The fee for accreditation/re-assessment is R1000/- (one thousand rupees only).

Recent accomplishments IHRC played an important role in the control of viral fever epidemics in Kerala in recent years. Timely intervention in the form early case identification, case studies and finding genus epidemcius from IHRC and IHMA had helped to curtail many unnecessary morbidity and mortality. In other states too IHRC provides timely advice to seasonal diseases and other epidemic outbreaks. One important project of IHRC was the retrospective study on the efficacy of preventive medicines in Chickunguniya (in the Kerala outbreak) conducted in association with the community medicine department of Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram. The results and suggestions were submitted before the Hon. Minister for Health and Family Welfare for Kerala at the venue of 3rd annual conference of IHMA Kerala state. We have conducted a two day’s research work shop in 2007 that was widely appreciated as the most modern and cost effective event in Homoeopathic Research till now. The fruits of that work shop are already started unfolding. Forthcoming projects IHRC is planning a few milestone activities in the field of Homoeopathic Research. Case control studies, Double Blind Clinical Trials, Publication of Homoeopathic Research, Activities aiming at Standardization of Homoeopathy are a few of them. IHRC is also planning to conduct more workshops and seminars in the coming years. IHRC AID For any aid in formulating, designing or conducting research activities or genus epidemicus in epidemic out breaks please contact us. Kindly note that for help with genus epidemicus you should send us as many symptoms and signs from the original epidemic as possible. For help with research projects give us an executive summary of your idea with your first mail itself. For more details contact Dr. Ilaya Raja, Managing Director through e-mail: md-ihrc@ihma.in, md.ihrc@gmail.com

Journal: Homoeopathic Medical Panorama The Homoeopathic Medical Panorama is the journal of IHMA. This journal is a must for anybody who is interested in Homoeopathy. With a back up of 20 years of history, it is one of the most standard keeping journals in the system. Fully supervised by IHMA, the journal keeps stringent patriotism to classical homoeopathy and the great master Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. This is a tri-monthly with comprehensive coverage of wide range of subjects related with medical field in general and homoeopathy in particular. Authors include graduates and post graduates from all over the world. The journal is for everyone looking for authentic and up to date scientific information about the homoeopathic system of medicine. Current Editor in Chief is Dr. Sudin Kumar. He may contacted at drsudinkumar@gmail.com or hear his voice at +91-9496285515. To send articles one may contact at drmeprasanth@yahoo.com. For subscription details, visit http://www.homedpa.com/subscription_rates.htm. For further details, you may visit website of Medical Panorama: www.homedpa.com

IHMA School of Homoeopathy

Course Details

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Course fee: Registration Fee:

Basic Training Program in the practice of Homoeopathy Organon & Materiamedica, case taking of Repertorisation, Practice of Medicine, Community Medicine and Gynecology 30 days (Theory 10 days & practical 30 days), 03 Batches per Year, Minimum 15 candidates per batch Rs. 5000/- (Lodging and mess charges are not included) Rs. 250/-

IHMA School of Homoeopathy proposes a comprehensive course package, imparting meticulous personnel training for cultivating the necessary skills which are essential for effective Homoeopathic practice. This certificate course, Basic training program in the practice of Homoeopathy incorporated theoretical and clinical training of topmost standards at renowned centers in Kerala. This course will boost the morale of each and every participant. Development of any science is based solely upon its academic growth potential comprising scientific research. Homoeopathy though emerging as the forerunner amongst allied sciences at present, research in Homoeopathy stands relatively dormant over the past two centuries. Homoeopathy having its roots in Germany flourished in India soon after its introduction. Homoeopathic education however was confined to the certificate courses to propagate Homoeopathy as conceived by the erstwhile practitioners. A systematic curriculum was designed only as late after the constitution of the Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH) in 1971. However, Homoeopathic education worldwide is a specialization requiring a basic degree in medicine. The diploma and degree courses were conceptualized to impart adequate knowledge in the field of medicine and Homoeopathy. The first degree college in India was commissioned in the year 1975 at Kozhikode, Kerala with subsequent introduction of P.G. Courses in 1991. Homoeopathic education in India even after three decades of its materialization has failed however to propagate the science. Homoeopathic medicines and their action have proved their mettle over the years, despite the stagnation of academics at present. A revival at the academic front is the need of the hour. A rejuvenated curriculum is to be deployed such that students

of this true healing art are well equipped in the present era. The present day ambassadors of Homoeopathic education in India however stand inadequate. These kingpins, capable of upgrading the educational standards unfortunately are least disturbed by the debate of Homoeopathic education. Their vested interests alone are the bane of Homoeopathic Medical Education. The fracas created over the extension of the external PG and the attempts to equalize it with regular M.D. Course stand testimonial to the lack of vision of these self acclaimed stalwarts. The ROTP (Reorientation training program) envisaged by the Dept. of AYUSH is in total disarray owing to the utopian ideas of the office bearers of CCH. This training program had been devised to cater knowledge to the teaching fraternity. However, the faculty of this program was left in the dark without proper direction as regards their deployment. The mode of selection of these faculty and centers is quite hilarious, the faculty themselves unaware of what they have to teach. Such propaganda by the so called elite has led to the deterioration of Homoeopathic education in the country. The Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College, Calicut, the first degree college is at the verge of a downfall owing to the vested interests of the present CCH members and their followers. The utter selfishness and ego of the authorities paved the way for this degradation. This fiasco reflects directly upon the helpless student community who suffer this dogmatism. The timely intervention by the state government by issuing orders to place the Principal under suspension has saved the institution for the time being. The present scenario of Homoeopathic students in Kerala is pitiable. The graduates of Homoeopathy are offered with P.G. Courses in three Homoeopathic subjects and that too in just a single college. There are more than 200 Homoeopaths who graduate every year. Curtailing of the P.G. seats from the expected 42 to 9 is highly deplorable. The curriculum for the graduates is one which leaves the aspiring Homoeopaths dejected as he cannot comprehend even the very principles laid down by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann. The fresh graduates thereby are unable to successfully practice Homoeopathy. In these times of dejection and despondency, Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association (IHMA) alone offers a ray of hope. IHMA has strived to usher in new ideas and programs to take Homoeopathic education and practice to a higher level such that the fresh graduates are amply equipped to offer their service to the suffering humanity. IHMA stands for the aspiring Homoeopaths. The research wing, Indian Homoeopathic Research Centre (IHRC) was constituted to act as a catalyst in the higher education and research front and it has succeeded to a large extent in its endeavor.

The basic educational curriculum however needs to be revamped. The young Homoeopaths require effective guidance to establish successful practice. IHMA aims to groom the Homoeopaths to be an efficient practitioner of the true healing art. IHMA has charted out specific training programs for the fresh Homoeopaths understanding the dilemma faced by those who have graduated from even the best institute of the country. IHMA School of Homoeopathy was conceived to empower and enlighten the young Homoeopathic graduates. IHMA School of Homoeopathy proposes a Basic and Advanced Training Program in the Practice of Homoeopathy to rejuvenate one and all. The IHMA School of Homoeopathy is headed by the Managing Director, Dr. Praveen Raj. P. you may contact him through e-mail at paleripraveen@gmail.com and to hear his voice, you may call at +919448483214.

IHMA Training Programs

IHMA recognizes the need for nurturing and bringing out the leadership qualities in its members. Aiming this, IHMA regularly conducts annual leadership training programs in various parts of the country. Here the importance is given to developing good Public relations and personality skills so that the doctor can excel in discharging his duties to the public. There will be interactive sessions with eminent faculties in the field of personality development, effective public speaking, parliamentary procedures including office management, minutes and record maintaining etc. Apart from above leadership training programs, IHMA are also organizing different other training programs for homoeopathic professionals and doctors. Following officials can be contacted for further details: 1. Dr. Muhammed Koya T. K. at +919446734199 2. Dr. Siby Ravindran at +919447574521 3. Dr. Anil. S. K. at +919446284923

IHMA Membership Why Join IHMA? 1. IHMA is one of the largest homoeopathic organizations with maximum representation across the states and UT s of India. 2. Opportunity to attend regular CME Programs 3. Annual Compulsory Leadership training Programs 4. Regular PSC, UPSC and PG entrance Coaching programs 5. Comprehensive, precise and self sufficient rank files covering all the twelve subjects of BHMS systematically prepared by an erudite team of authors. 6. Opportunity to serve with dignity and participation in community service programs. 7. Membership is transferable all over the country 8. Free tri-monthly medical journal with authentic and up to date information about the medicine and homoeopathy. 9. Special programs for spouse and children such as family get-togethers. 10. Credit hours for CME Programs accredited by Medical council. 11. Well represented service doctors’ wing to look after the problems of doctors in service sector. 12. Car stickers, Annual calendars, IHMA news letter, life membership certificate and identity cards etc are provided to members. 13. Attractive discounts for life members in seminars and conferences. 14. IHMA is represented in RAECH (Rapid Action Epidemic Control (Homeopathy), Govt. of Kerala), CCH and other state and National bodies. 15. Special discount on purchasing vehicles like Honda City, Hyundai, Maruti and Chevrolet cars. 16. Opportunity to present scientific papers in state and national conferences. 17. Opportunity to learn and update clinical knowledge with in-house training with eminent practitioners and teachers through IHMA School of Homeopathy. 18. Indian Homeopathic Research Centre (IHRC) accredited clinics and hospitals. 19. Opportunity to become competent and experienced faculty through IHMA Faculty Cell. 20. Opportunity to develop new friendships and exchange knowledge.

Join IHMA: The national platform of Indian Homoeopaths We do not have a single mouthpiece representing the qualified homoeopaths of the nation nor does we have common stands or a common voice about multiple issues that keep popping up critical on Homoeopathy or at times misconceptions related to Homoeopathy. At times when the nation desires to hear from an alternative medical system we deliver the same in the form of peaky scattered voices instead of one from a central common source which is well attended to by the print and visual media. Most of the serious developments at the national level related to Homoeopathy are mostly not the choice of the younger and the middle generation of Homoeopathy who has whole-heartedly, unconditionally committed their career to this therapeutic discipline, but those who spent a successful plight as Homoeopaths through times unlike the rough terrains of today. Our choices, opinions and reasons were not never ever looked into or heard, nor were they ever considered. The standardization and a perfect streamline and integration of the multiple approaches prevalent in Homoeopathy across the nations under various schools of Homoeopathy led by powerful teachers of Homoeopathy are a vital priority. Their contradicting and critical teaching does mean mayhem. Intolerance to other schools of Homoeopathy is unfortunate. This indirectly speaks loud about the vacuum on a common platform which could integrate such schools and bring them to absolute use for the generations of Homoeopaths ahead. This platform has to be a homoeopathic association with firm presence across the nation which can be the mother of all and which will contain every qualified Homoeopath in its stream. The Homoeopathic medical professionals in India, in multiple domains under state and central govt., in academics, govt. health service and private practice are all poorly integrated though all carry similar basic qualifications. They are unfortunately too well insulated between each other and a poor awareness about how things function within another stream especially when related to research bodies and their activities is widely noticed. In effect each stream turn out an island of activity rarely integrated and less informed about the other. The effective achievements of Homoeopathic departments related to public service bodies as a part of the govt. in some states could not be pushed to be adopted by other states due to the lack of a force of a more national or a central nature which could access health departments of every state and convince them about the effective plight in those states where Homoeopathy is well promoted at the govt. sectors, the best example being Kerala where almost every panchayat has a govt. homoeopathic dispensary apart from the govt. district homoeopathic hospitals, the new NRHM clinics, and the collegiate

hospitals under the academic sector under govt. and private. Here we are talking about generation of thousands of govt. jobs for qualified homoeopaths which gives them the freedom and the recognition from the society apart from the monetary benefits. An association at the national level, compared to IMA to allopath could have re-written the fate of every Homoeopath in this nation for sure. This is precisely where the further development & evolution of an existing association in Homoeopathy which now holds a near national status by being present in 13 states get important. IHMA has a well defined functionality at the chapter, district state and national level with working committees at state and national levels. The IHRC, a research body under IHMA takes up the vast challenges in the field of Homoeopathic research and often leads the activities when related to similar epidemic & pandemic outbreaks like that of today. The tri-monthly IHMA Panorama at the national level and the monthly IHMA News at the state level has always been firm and efficient means of communication with its members and a platform for propagating works related to research activities, drug studies, clinical discussions & trials and almost anything connected to Homoeopathy in India and abroad. Eligibility for membership Qualification: Homoeopaths having obtained “A” class registration by virtue of being registered under the Central Registry of Homoeopathy or various State Registries or Medical Councils shall be eligible for membership of the Association. Application: Homeopath satisfying the condition mentioned above has to submit duly filled and signed application form (MA form) specified by NWC of IHMA, along with 2 copies of pass port size photographs and self attested copies of documents in support of claimed qualifications and registration, with the prescribed fees.

Types of Membership Available in IHMA

Associate Membership Any person having obtained homoeopathic education from any nation other than India, can apply for associate membership of IHMA, by submitting duly filled and signed application form specified by NWC of IHMA for the purpose. The applicant has to

provide self attested copies of documents in support of claimed qualifications & registration in Homoeopathy. The NWC on scrutinizing of the documents and obtaining authentication from concerned authorities may accept the application and confer associate membership to the applicant. Student membership Students undergoing BHMS course in Homoeopathic Medical Colleges in India are eligible for student membership. Application form prescribed by NWC of IHMA along with self attested copy of photo ID card issued by the college authority has to be submitted for obtaining student membership. A student member enjoys all other privileges of an ordinary member except that of being an office bearer and voting right. Life Membership Life membership shall be offered to those who apply and remit the prescribed fee as stipulated. Life members shall have the following privileges besides that of an ordinary member: 1. Getting their photo identity card with the period of life membership indicated on it free of cost 2. Getting 10% discount in the delegate fee of any national or state level event organized by the Association if they request 3. Getting 10% discount in the fee for executive membership in IHRC 4. Getting exempted from remitting any increment in the yearly membership fee of the Association for the period of their life membership Privileges of membership 1. All members have the right to attend and take part in the discussions, in all general meetings, lectures, homoeopathic medical conferences and demonstrations organized by the association. 2. All ordinary members except associate members and student members are privileged to one single vote in any decision making requiring voting by division, open/secret ballot. 3. All members shall get the subscription to Homoeopathic Medical Panorama free of cost during the period of their membership.

4. All members of IHMA are privileged to take part in any discussion held at any meeting to which they are invited and are permitted to by the chair Privileges of special membership The associate & student members shall have all the privileges of an ordinary member except the following. Power to take part in any ruling by voting ,whether by division ,open or secret ballot. Eligibility to contest for any official post or committee membership in the Association. Eligibility for life membership. Membership Fee 1. Each member shall pay an admission fee of Rs. 50.00 (or Euro 10.00 in case of Overseas Chapters), along with the application form when they first enroll as a member of IHMA. 2. The yearly membership fee shall be Rs. 300.00 (or Euro 30.00) and the same shall be paid in advance, fresh membership Rs.350/- (300 + admission fee 50), membership renewal Rs.300/- 3. Life members shall pay Rs. 3000.00, or Euro 300.00 and the same shall entitle the member a membership for 12 (twelve) years in the Association, subject to the rules and bye-laws and other privileges of the Association. 4. The fee for Overseas Chapters shall be Euro 10 as admission fee in case of fresh members and yearly membership fee shall be Euro 30 for ordinary/associate members and Euro 300 for life members. Life membership is applicable only to persons with qualification as per Part II-8a(i)&e. 5. The student membership fee shall be Rs. 150/- and be paid in advance. The Dollar equivalent of Euro shall also be accepted for all overseas payment. Renewal of membership Renewal of membership shall be done every year before 31st of May and any renewals done after this may be considered as fresh admission and shall require admission fee along with the membership fee.

Download application www.ihma.in/membership-form.doc Mode of payment Pay the amount or take DD in favor of ‘Indian Homoeopathic Medical Association’, A/C No.4362002100003539. Punjab National Bank. Vengara, Malappuram district, Kerala, India (IFSC Code: PUNB 0436200) Where to post filled-in membership application form? Post your membership application along with required documents (if any) to: Dr. A. Basheer Alanallur Homoeopathic Clinic Churakattil Building, Alanallur P.O. Palghat District-678601 Kerala, India. Membership Inquiry Cell: +91 9744222271 Email: bashirdrshafi@gmail.com

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