Newsletter. THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY No. 69, ANNA SALAI, GUINDY, CHENNAI Volume 1 Issue 1 December 2017

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1 THE TAMIL NADU Dr.M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY No. 69, ANNA SALAI, GUINDY, CHENNAI Newsletter Volume 1 Issue 1 December 2017 Message from the Vice-Chancellor It is with great pleasure I welcome the first newsletter of the University. The University believes in delivering quality health care education in all systems of Medicine-Medical, Dental, AYUSH, Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences. This year has witnessed many milestones in the progress of the University. The Curricula has been revamped for all Courses from undergraduate upto Superspeciality levels. Ph.D. regulations have been reformed to promote more research. The University offers new on-line courses and Telemedicine services. All the Departments of the University have been strengthened to deliver more research programs, new courses, better infrastructure and services. On-screen evaluation of Examinations, digitalisation and e-governance has been implemented for more transparency and paperless administration. May this newsletter benefit the students, the affiliated colleges and institutions of this University and the community. JAI HIND Prof. Dr. S. Geethalakshmi, M.D., Ph.D. 1

2 THE TAMIL NADU Dr. M.G.R. MEDICAL UNIVERSITY CURTAIN-RAISER The Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R.Medical University, the Multi Faculty Health University, Madras came into existence from the academic year 1988 by an Act of the State Government called the Tamil Nadu Medical University Act 1987 Act No..37 of 1987 and received the assent of the President of India on 24 th September The nomenclature of the University was changed as The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University by an Ordinance during the year The Provision of the Act are in conformity with the University Grants Commission Norms. Prof. Dr. Lalitha Kameswaran, Director of Medical Education, Madras was appointed as the Special Officer to oversee the formation of Medical University in the year Subsequently, she was appointed as the first Vice-Chancellor of this University on The Administrative Office of the University functioned in the Race Course Bungalow in Velachery Main Road, Guindy from 1988 to May From May 1989, this University functioned in the Periyar Building, Egmore, Chennai till June This University started functioning in its new Building at Guindy from 13 th June 1994 when Prof. Dr. B.P. Rajan, was the Vice-Chancellor of this University. The jurisdiction of this University extends over the whole state of Tamil Nadu excluding Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar. The institutions imparting education in Medical, Dental, AYUSH and AHS (Allied Health Sciences) have been brought under its ambit. The students admitted to the various Medical and Para Medical Courses after come under this Medical University as per the Govt. notification issued in G.O.Ms.No.1628, Health Department, dated The main objectives of the University are - 1. To provide for research and for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge in the field of Medical Sciences; 2. To organise advance studies and research programmes from time to time. 3. To develop research facilities. 2

3 The Government of Tamil Nadu in G.O.No.69 dated permitted the adoption of the Govt. Kilpauk Medical College and Hospital by the Medical University to develop it as its centre of excellence and to implement its innovative methods. In its nascent stage, 15 (fifteen) Board of studies and 11 (Eleven) Faculties were constituted by the elected Governing Council and approved by the Standing Academic Board. This University was formally inaugurated by His Excellency the President of India, New Delhi during the year The first Convocation of this University was held on and Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu has graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and was honoured with D.Sc. (Honoris Causa). The second Convocation of this University was held on and Dr. J. Jayalalitha, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu has graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and was honoured with D.Sc. (Honoris Causa). Vice-Chancellors of the University: 3

4 MILESTONE OF THE UNIVERSITY. 4

5 Hon ble Vice Chancellor inaugurated Modernised Lecture Hall in Department of Experimental Medicine Anti microbial Resistance Testing Laboratory in Department of Experimental Medicine Memorandum of Understanding. 5

6 28 TH CONVOCATION ON TH CONVOCATION ON

7 EVENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY.. Students participating in World Bioethics day Celebrations October

8 State Conference on Telemedicine organized by The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R Medical University and Telemedicine Society of India October 2017 Department of Medical Genetics Update on Lysosomal Storage Disorders November 2017 Honorable Vice-Chancellor Prof.Dr. S. Geethalakshmi, inaugurated the Workshop on RMBS: How to do good dissertation and publish? at TNMGRMU for 1 st year MD/MS postgraduates (14 Nov 16 Nov 2017) 8

9 Evaluation drives Learning Workshop for Teaching Faculties conducted by Department Education and Curriculum Development December 2017 Standing Academic Board Meeting of the University December 2017 Department of Immunology Training in Basics of Clinical Immunology December

10 Honorable Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr.S.Geethalakshmi, inaugurated the workshop on Scientific Writing for the teaching faculty at Madurai Medical College. Participants of the Workshop on Research Methodology and Biostatistics conducted at Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences, Kulasekharam, September 2017 Participants presented their concept paper during the Workshop on Research Methodology and Biostatistics: How to do good dissertation and publish? conducted at Thanjavur Medical College, Thanjavur Participants and faculty of the Workshop on Research Methodology and Biostatistics :How to do good dissertation and publish? conducted at PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, Coimbatore. (11th 13th October 2017) FGD was done by Dr.Charlet Vivilia M.Sc Epidemiology Student for t he Project on Menstural hygiene practices among school girls at Sholingar. Honorable Vice Chancellor Madam Inaugurating the Workshop on Research Methodology and Biostatistics :How to do good dissertation and publish? conducted at Coimbatore Medical College (26 th 28 th September2017) 10

11 Health Tips.. Chennai has no winter but the month of December is cooler with a nip in the air. Dry skin and sore throat occur commonly. For dry skin, apply coconut oil before bath on the exposed areas of skin like feet, ankle, forearm and elbows. Wash with mild soap and water. Sore Throat Hot water gargle with or without salt twice daily especially before going to bed is good for throat irritation. Professors attended National Bioethics Conference at Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore November 2017 NEWS ITEMS : Regular intake of citrus fruits like oranges, pineapple and papaya which have vitamin C will help in improving immunity against respiratory viruses. Exercise keeps the body warm which is essential during this season. You can manage stress with adequate sleep 1. Department of Experimental Medicine of this University has obtained Accreditation from National Accreditation Board for Laboratories (NABL) for HIV Testing. 2.The University has been Certified with ISO for its services. 3.Newly Elected Governing Council Members Dr.K.Leela, M.D.(Microbiology) Professor of Microbilogy, Govt. Kilpauk Medical College Chennai Dr.A.Meena, M.Pharm.,Ph.D. Principal, K.K. College of Pharmacy Gerugambakkam,Chennai Dr.Latha Venkatesan, M.Sc.(N), Ph.D.(N), Ph.D. Principal, Apollo College of Nursing, Ayanambakkam,Chennai Dr.S.Vijayalakshmi,M.Sc.,(N) Ph.D., M.A. Principal, Vignesh Nursing College Kizhanaikarai,Thiruvannamalai UPCOMING EVENTS: 1. Workshop on Research Methodology and Biostatistics:How to write a good dissertation and publish? 9 th to 11 th January 2018 at Christian Medical College, Vellore and 23 rd to 25 th January 2018 at Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College, Salem, 6 th to 8 th February 2018 at The Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University. Organised by Department of Epidemiology. 2. World Congress on Holistic Health th & 10 th February 2018 Venue:The Silver Jubilee Auditorium of the Tamilnadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. 3.Workshop on Scientific Medical Writing - 15 th and 16 th February 2018, Organised by Department of Epidemiology. 11

12 Appreciating your Long service in the University. WISHING YOU A HAPPY & HEALTHY RETIRED LIFE Mrs. K. Vijaya, Deputy Registrar, retired on and has rendered on 33 years of service. Mr. K. Muthuperumal, Assistant Librarian, retired on and has rendered the service 33 years and 1 day. NEWSLETTER EDITORIAL BOARD PATRON Prof. Dr. S. Geethalakshmi, M.D., Ph.D. Vice Chancellor, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. COMMITTEE MEMBERS 1. Dr. T. Balasubramanian, M.S., D.L.O. Registrar, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai 2. Dr.S. Mini Jacob, Professor and Head, Department of Experimental Medicine 3. Dr. R. Srilakshmi, Associate Professor, Department of Medical Genetics 4. Dr. K. Sivasangeetha, Associate Professor, Department of Experimental Medicine 5. Mr. M. Shanmugham, Systems Analyst, University Computer Cell 6. Mrs. D. Usha Malini, Assistant Registrar 7. Mr. A. Senthil Anna, Public Relations Officer 12