From drug discovery to bedside decisions.
The Department of Pharmacology is a cornerstone of medical education, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of drugs, their mechanisms of action, therapeutic applications, adverse effects, and rational prescribing practices.
The department is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and patient safety while promoting the safe and effective use of medicines. Through competency-based medical education, clinical exposure, and research-oriented training, we prepare undergraduate and postgraduate students to become competent healthcare professionals.
Mission
To promote rational, safe and effective use of medicines through excellent education, ethical research and active pharmacovigilance — training competent healthcare professionals committed to evidence-based practice.
Leadership
Dr. Ganesh V
MBBS, MD — Professor & HOD
Infrastructure
Modern facilities for modern medicine.
Equipped with modern facilities that support high-quality teaching, learning and research — from specialised laboratories to a well-curated museum and a reference library.
Department Office
Dedicated office space for faculty members and postgraduate residents.
Seminar Hall
Internet connectivity with LCD projector, overhead projector and projection screen.
Clinical Pharmacology Lab
Specialised laboratory for clinical pharmacology teaching and practice.
CAL Laboratory
Computer-Assisted Learning lab equipped with 36 computer systems.
Pharmacy Laboratory
Fully-equipped pharmacy lab supporting practical training.
Department Library
Over 179 reference books and 10 national/international journals.
Research Laboratory
Equipped for experimental and clinical research activities.
Department Museum
16 crude drugs, 300 formulations, 108 charts and 21 medicinal plant illustrations.
Faculty
A team of 13 educators.
| # | Name | Designation | Date of Joining |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr. V Ganesh | Professor & HOD | 03-06-2015 |
| 02 | Dr. Suhaina Abdul Samath | Associate Professor | 16-07-2018 |
| 03 | Dr. V D Deepti | Associate Professor | 26-07-2021 |
| 04 | Dr. Sumina S | Assistant Professor | 13-12-2023 |
| 05 | Dr. Arjun G Nair | Assistant Professor | 14-08-2025 |
| 06 | Dr. S Ramakrishnan | Assistant Professor | 25-08-2025 |
| 07 | Dr. Pragadeesh K | Tutor | 23-10-2023 |
| 08 | Dr. Binosha Sworna Beulin G | Tutor | 29-12-2025 |
| 09 | Dr. Shwetha G R | Tutor | 19-02-2026 |
| 10 | Dr. Geo Aswin M A | Tutor | 06-11-2024 |
| 11 | Dr. Sherolin Stalinjose | Tutor | 07-02-2025 |
| 12 | Dr. Aruna J | Tutor | 04-06-2025 |
| 13 | Dr. Rahul Krishnan R | Tutor | 12-07-2025 |
Academic Programs
MD in Pharmacology
Postgraduate training emphasising clinical pharmacology, pharmacovigilance, research methodology, medical ethics, and evidence-based therapeutics.
Centre of Excellence
ADR Monitoring Centre
Active pharmacovigilance hub promoting adverse drug reaction reporting, patient safety and rational drug use.
Research & Publications
Interdisciplinary research. Real-world impact.
The department actively encourages interdisciplinary research, innovation and scientific publication. Faculty and postgraduate students regularly present and publish in reputed national and international journals, while collaborating with clinical departments to advance patient care and therapeutic practices.
Strengths & Achievements
Recognised for excellence & ethics.
Experienced Faculty
Highly qualified educators committed to academic excellence and student mentorship.
Pharmacovigilance Focus
Strong emphasis on clinical pharmacology, toxicology and experimental research.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Active partnerships with clinical and preclinical departments.
CBME Aligned
Modern teaching methodologies aligned with Competency-Based Medical Education.
Ranks & Awards
Consistent university ranks and awards for PG research presentations.
Community Outreach
Drug safety and rational-use programmes with Community Medicine.
The Department of Pharmacology remains committed to producing competent, ethical and research-oriented medical professionals while contributing to advances in pharmacological sciences, patient safety and rational therapeutics.