PHYSIOLOGY

Dr.Shobha Kumari .T

MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD

Overview

The Department of Physiology functions in strict compliance with the norms and guidelines laid down by the National Medical Commission, ensuring the highest standards in medical education. The department is adequately staffed with experienced and qualified faculty members, supported by trained technical and non-teaching personnel. It is equipped with well-maintained laboratories, modern instruments, and audio-visual teaching aids that facilitate effective practical training and interactive learning.The department emphasizes competency-based medical education, integrating theory with practical and clinical applications to enhance students’ understanding of normal human functions and their relevance to health and disease. Regular assessments, tutorials, and academic activities are conducted to reinforce learning outcomes. The department also encourages research activities, faculty development, and continuous upgradation of infrastructure, thereby fostering an environment of academic excellence and holistic professional development for students.

Physiology

Overview

The Department of Physiology functions in strict compliance with the norms and guidelines laid down by the National Medical Commission, ensuring the highest standards in medical education. The department is adequately staffed with experienced and qualified faculty members, supported by trained technical and non-teaching personnel. It is equipped with well-maintained laboratories, modern instruments, and audio-visual teaching aids that facilitate effective practical training and interactive learning.The department emphasizes competency-based medical education, integrating theory with practical and clinical applications to enhance students’ understanding of normal human functions and their relevance to health and disease. Regular assessments, tutorials, and academic activities are conducted to reinforce learning outcomes. The department also encourages research activities, faculty development, and continuous upgradation of infrastructure, thereby fostering an environment of academic excellence and holistic professional development for students.

Dr.Shobha Kumari .T

MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD

Overview

The Department of Physiology functions in strict compliance with the norms and guidelines laid down by the National Medical Commission, ensuring the highest standards in medical education. The department is adequately staffed with experienced and qualified faculty members, supported by trained technical and non-teaching personnel. It is equipped with well-maintained laboratories, modern instruments, and audio-visual teaching aids that facilitate effective practical training and interactive learning.The department emphasizes competency-based medical education, integrating theory with practical and clinical applications to enhance students’ understanding of normal human functions and their relevance to health and disease. Regular assessments, tutorials, and academic activities are conducted to reinforce learning outcomes. The department also encourages research activities, faculty development, and continuous upgradation of infrastructure, thereby fostering an environment of academic excellence and holistic professional development for students.

Dr.Shobha Kumari .T

MBBS, MD . Professor & HOD​

Professor & HOD

Mission

The mission of the Department of Physiology is to provide high-quality, competency-based medical education that integrates theory, practical skills, and clinical applications. It is committed to fostering academic excellence, research, and holistic professional development in students.

Faculties

S.NoNameDesignation
1Dr. Indu K PisharodyProfessor
2Dr. Sobhakumari TProfessor
3Dr. Florence Nesa Bella Deva SigamaniAssociate Professor
4Dr. Archana ChandranAssociate Professor
5Dr. Rajagopalan Asari KAssociate Professor
6Dr. Lisha VincentAssistant Professor
7Dr. Liji JustinSenior Resident
8Dr. Naveen RTutor
9Dr. Akhilya Nadesan JayaTutor
10Dr. Praveen Raj R STutor
11Dr. Vinisha Jasmine V FTutor
12Dr. Vighnesh BTutor
13Dr. Merfin Anto M JTutor
14Dr. Gankhio Glady LouisTutor
15Dr. Ancy Arun Bensam VimalaTutor

INFRASTRUCTURE

The department is designed to support both theoretical learning and practical application. The laboratory facilities are equipped with the latest technology, including high-quality microscopes, electrophysiology equipment, and specialized instruments for conducting experiments in human physiology, enabling students to gain hands-on experience.

Dedicated research spaces are provided, fostering an environment for scientific inquiry, while the library offers a comprehensive collection of textbooks and journals. Additionally, the department ensures seamless integration with other disciplines through well-connected Anatomy, Biochemistry, and Clinical Departments.

The department also has an Office, space for Teaching Faculty and Residents, a Seminar Room, Research Lab, Hematology Lab, and Clinical Lab.

1. SPECIALITY SERVICES

The department has specialized laboratories for research in areas such as Neurophysiology, Cardiovascular Physiology, and Respiratory Physiology. Diagnostic tests like ECG, Spirometry, and Nerve Conduction Studies are done. The department collaborates with clinical specialties to provide integrated learning experiences.

Laboratory-based experiments such as measuring heart rates, ECG, respiratory functions are performed to study the body’s response to stimuli and its homeostatic mechanisms. Practical sessions involve sensory and motor nerve conduction study, autonomic functions, hematological experiments like WBC, RBC count, ESR, PCV, DLC, blood group, platelet count. These activities are vital for equipping medical students with foundational knowledge to become a competent doctor.

  • MD Physiology

The department celebrates events like Yoga Day, where students and staff participate in yoga sessions. It conducts student seminars on a regular basis. The faculty and postgraduate students take part in CMEs and conferences and have presented papers and also done poster presentations. Students also do regular poster presentations in the department.

The department has a well-structured curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing students for clinical excellence. Research-wise, faculty and students have published numerous papers in national and international journals, contributing significantly to advancements in the subject. The department has received accolades for promoting wellness through initiatives like Yoga Day. The department has produced high-performing graduates who excel in various medical fields. Recently, a postgraduate student presented a paper in an international conference.