The Department of Anatomy is a fundamental discipline within the medical sciences, focusing on the structural organization of living organisms. It is a branch that delves into the intricate details of the human body, exploring its systems, organs, tissues, and cells. Through dissection and microscopy, anatomy departments provide essential knowledge that underpins the understanding of how the body functions and the basis for diagnosing and treating diseases. They often work closely with other departments such as physiology and pathology to give students a comprehensive understanding of the human body in health and disease.
Teaching MBBS and M.D. Microbiology involves understanding the natural history of infectious diseases and learning the etiology, pathogenesis, laboratory diagnosis, treatment, control, and prevention of infections within the community. It includes training undergraduates and postgraduates in the theoretical and practical aspects of bacteriology, immunology, virology, parasitology, and mycology.
By the end of the Microbiology course, an MBBS student will be able to describe the etiology and pathogenesis of common infectious diseases and understand the mechanisms of host-parasite relationships. They will be equipped to investigate common infectious diseases, with particular emphasis on the appropriate methods of specimen collection, laboratory diagnosis, and proper interpretation of laboratory test results, while also being aware of the salient features of uncommon infectious diseases. Furthermore, the student will be able to organize the prevention and control of communicable diseases in community or hospital settings and understand the different types of biomedical waste, their potential risks, and their management.
Welcome to the Department of Microbiology at Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital. As the Head of the Department, I am proud to lead a team focused on excellence in education, research, and infection control. Our mission is to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills to tackle infectious diseases, which are increasingly critical in today’s healthcare landscape. We offer a hands-on curriculum designed Teaching-Learning Methodology to prepare future medical professionals for the challenges of diagnosing and managing infections. Our department also contributes to cutting-edge research and plays a key role in ensuring patient safety through robust infection control practices.
Thank you for your interest in our department. I encourage you to explore the opportunities we provide.
Dr. Mukesh Kumar
Sub-Dean(Admin), NSMCH & Professor & Head, Microbiology
MBBS, MD, (AFMC)DNB, MNAMS, PDCR, FIID, ACME