From drug discovery to bedside decisions.
The Department of Pharmacology is dedicated to teaching, research and clinical support. All faculty are actively engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate training, building strong foundations in the principles of drug action, therapeutics and safe prescribing.
In addition to MBBS teaching, the department trains Dental, Nursing and Paramedical students. Postgraduates undertake routine thesis work and independent research, with multiple publications in indexed journals — reflecting the department's commitment to advancing therapeutic science.
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. G. Rajan
MBBS, MD — Professor & HOD
Faculty
20 educators shaping safe prescribers.
| # | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr. Lila Rani Vijayaraghavan | Professor |
| 02 | Dr. K C Usha | Professor |
| 03 | Dr. Jayasree Geothe | Professor |
| 04 | Dr. Rajan G | Professor |
| 05 | Dr. Mega Samly Stephan Sam | Associate Professor |
| 06 | Dr. Sherin Susheel Mathew | Assistant Professor |
| 07 | Dr. Harsha H S | Assistant Professor |
| 08 | Dr. Arya R S | Assistant Professor |
| 09 | 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
Modern labs for modern medicine.
From simulation-based experimental pharmacology to a recognised ADR monitoring centre, the department is equipped to support teaching, research and patient safety in equal measure.
Experimental Pharmacology Lab
Simulation-based exercises and computer-assisted learning models replacing live-animal experiments.
Clinical Pharmacology
Therapeutic drug monitoring and rational prescribing support for clinical departments.
Pharmacovigilance Unit
ADR monitoring centre reporting to the national Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI).
Research Laboratory
Equipped for student dissertations, ICMR-STS projects and faculty-led research.
Departmental Library
Reference texts, indexed journals and online resources for staff and postgraduates.
CBME Teaching
Competency-based undergraduate and postgraduate training aligned with NMC norms.
Highlights
Anchored in patient safety.
Rational Therapeutics
Bedside guidance on evidence-based, cost-effective prescribing.
ADR Monitoring
Active pharmacovigilance for safer patient outcomes.
Indexed Publications
Faculty and PGs publish regularly in peer-reviewed journals.
Multi-track Teaching
MBBS, Dental, Nursing and Paramedical pharmacology education.