Dr. G. Rajan
MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD
Overview
The Department of Pathology is dedicated to patient care services, education, and research. All faculty members are actively involved in undergraduate teaching and postgraduate training, ensuring strong academic and clinical foundations. The department provides prompt and accurate diagnostic services to all clinical departments, thereby maintaining high standards of patient care. In addition to MBBS teaching, the department also trains Dental, Nursing, and Paramedical students, contributing to comprehensive healthcare education. Postgraduate students are actively involved not only in routine thesis work but also in independent research studies, with several publications in indexed journals, reflecting the department’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and research.
Overview
The Department of Pathology is dedicated to patient care services, education, and research. All faculty members are actively involved in undergraduate teaching and postgraduate training, ensuring strong academic and clinical foundations. The department provides prompt and accurate diagnostic services to all clinical departments, thereby maintaining high standards of patient care. In addition to MBBS teaching, the department also trains Dental, Nursing, and Paramedical students, contributing to comprehensive healthcare education. Postgraduate students are actively involved not only in routine thesis work but also in independent research studies, with several publications in indexed journals, reflecting the department’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and research.
Dr. G. Rajan
MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD
Overview
The Department of Pathology is dedicated to patient care services, education, and research. All faculty members are actively involved in undergraduate teaching and postgraduate training, ensuring strong academic and clinical foundations. The department provides prompt and accurate diagnostic services to all clinical departments, thereby maintaining high standards of patient care. In addition to MBBS teaching, the department also trains Dental, Nursing, and Paramedical students, contributing to comprehensive healthcare education. Postgraduate students are actively involved not only in routine thesis work but also in independent research studies, with several publications in indexed journals, reflecting the department’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and research.
Dr. G. Rajan
MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD​
Professor & HOD
Mission
To provide accurate and timely diagnostic services while maintaining excellence in patient care, medical education, and research. To train competent healthcare professionals and promote scientific advancement through continuous learning and research.
Contact Information
Email id:
pathology@sreemookambikainstitute.com
Faculties
| S.No | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Lila Rani Vijayaraghavan | Professor |
| 2 | Dr. K C Usha | Professor |
| 3 | Dr. Jayasree Geothe | Professor |
| 4 | Dr. Rajan G | Professor |
| 5 | Dr. MEGA SAMLY STEPHAN SAM | Associate Professor |
| 6 | Dr. Sherin Susheel Mathew | Assistant Professor |
| 7 | Dr. HARSHA H S | Assistant Professor |
| 8 | Dr. Arya R S | Assistant Professor |
| 9 | Dr. Lekshmi Parvathy Sasi | Assistant Professor |
| 10 | Dr. Nikhila Raj S R | Senior Resident |
| 11 | Dr. Minu Cherian | Senior Resident |
| 12 | Dr. Sreeja K Bhasy | Senior Resident |
| 13 | Dr. Sreelekshmi Suresh Babu | Senior Resident |
| 14 | Dr. DINESHKUMAR VIJAYAKUMAR | Tutor |
| 15 | Dr. Aswathy Senan C R | Tutor |
| 16 | Dr. Anisha Nazar | Tutor |
| 17 | Dr. Karthiga A R | Tutor |
| 18 | Dr. Monica Tefillah Sukumar Premananth | Tutor |
| 19 | Dr. ROSELIN S | Tutor |
| 20 | Dr. SHIBIN LAL M | Tutor |
Infrastructure
Introduction to Pathology
Pathology is a core branch of medical science that focuses on the study of diseases, including their causes, development, and effects on the human body. The Department of Pathology plays a crucial role in diagnostic services, supporting clinicians in identifying diseases and planning appropriate treatment. It provides comprehensive laboratory services to the hospital and surrounding healthcare centers, contributing significantly to patient care and medical practice.
Scope and Services of the Department
The department offers a wide range of diagnostic services through various specialized divisions such as histopathology, cytology, haematology, and clinical pathology. Histopathology deals with the examination of tissues, while cytology focuses on the study of individual cells, including techniques like fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC). The haematology and clinical pathology sections provide continuous analysis of blood and body fluids, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. In addition, the department manages blood banking services, ensuring the availability of safe blood and its components for patient care.
Objectives and Vision
The primary objective of the department is to achieve excellence in diagnostics, education, and research in pathology. It emphasizes values such as social responsibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement in knowledge and skills. The department aims to train students to understand disease processes, correlate laboratory findings with clinical conditions, and contribute effectively to patient management and healthcare delivery.
Facilities and Infrastructure
The department is equipped with modern infrastructure to support both academic and diagnostic activities. Facilities include well-designed lecture halls and demonstration rooms with audiovisual aids. The undergraduate laboratories are well furnished with microscopes and learning materials, enabling students to gain hands-on experience in examining tissues and body fluids.
Advanced laboratories are available for histopathology, equipped with automated tissue processors, embedding systems, microtomes, and staining units, including immunohistochemistry setups. The department also includes a grossing room with specialized equipment for specimen handling, a research laboratory with advanced instruments, and a well-stocked library with books and journals. A pathology museum displaying numerous preserved specimens and charts further enhances visual learning.
Academic Programme and Teaching Methods
The department provides structured teaching for undergraduate students through lectures, practical sessions, and integrated learning approaches. Teaching includes clinicopathological correlation, helping students connect laboratory findings with disease diagnosis and treatment.
Additional academic activities such as seminars, group discussions, viva sessions, and extra classes for slow learners are conducted to improve understanding. Regular internal assessments and university examinations evaluate students’ knowledge and practical skills, ensuring comprehensive learning.
Research and Academic Development
Research is an integral part of the department, with facilities available for conducting studies in various areas of pathology such as histopathology, cytology, and haematology. Students and faculty are encouraged to participate in research activities, contributing to advancements in medical science and improving diagnostic techniques.
Conclusion
Pathology is a vital subject that forms the foundation for understanding diseases and their diagnosis. By integrating theoretical knowledge with laboratory skills, it enables students to interpret clinical conditions accurately and contribute to effective patient care. The department thus plays a key role in medical education, diagnostics, and research, making it essential for the development of competent healthcare professionals.
