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Overview

Pharmacology is a core subject in medical education, providing a foundation for understanding drug therapy and its clinical applications. The Department of Pharmacology plays a vital role in advancing healthcare and improving human health through the study of drugs and their effects on living organisms.

INFRASTRUCTURE

DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY

Dr. V. Ganesh MBBS, MD

Professor & HOD

  • Department office
  • Office Space for Teaching Faculty/residents
  • Seminar Room with Internet facility, Audiovisual equipment- LCD projector, Over Head projector, screen
  • List of Department specific laboratories - Clinical Pharmacology, CAL Lab with 36 computers, Pharmacy lab
  • Library facility pertaining to the Department 179 books, 10 journals
  • Departmental Research Lab with adequate equipments
  • Departmental Museum: Crude Drugs 16; Drug Formulations 300; Charts: 108; Medicinal Plant Diagrams: 21

1. SPECIALITY SERVICES

  • ADR Monitoring Centre

 

  • MD Pharmacology

CME / Workshops / Programs – Department of Pharmacology

  1. CME on Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Children – May 9, 2013

  2. Workshop on Principles of Ethics in Human Research – Dec 12 & 13, 2013

  3. CME on Pharmacovigilance: A Global Concept – Sept 19, 2014

  4. CME on Diabetes Mellitus: Pharmacotherapeutic Insight – Sept 16, 2015

  5. Workshop on Teaching/Learning Methods for Postgraduate Students – Jan 6, 2016

  6. Workshop on Good Clinical Practice and Schedule Guidelines – Feb 10, 2017

  7. Sensitization Program on New MBBS Curriculum for HODs – May 13 & 14, 2019

  8. Interdepartmental CME (Pharmacology & Dermatology) – Recent Advances in the Management of Psoriasis – Aug 28, 2020

  9. ICH GCP, New Drugs & Clinical Trial Rule 2019 & ICMR Guidelines 2017 & 2020 – Nov 11, 2021

  10. Awareness Sensitization Program on Patient Safety – Sept 21, 2021

  11. Symposium on Pharmacovigilance: Is Reporting Voice Loud Enough? – Sept 22, 2022

  12. 3rd Pharmacovigilance Week Celebration – Sept 17–23, 2023

  13. 4th Pharmacovigilance Week Celebration – Sept 17–23, 2024

Merits

  • Experienced Faculty: Highly qualified and experienced faculty members provide expert guidance and mentorship to students and researchers.

  • Diverse Research Areas: Department specializes in neuropharmacology, clinical pharmacology, and toxicology, offering a wide range of research opportunities.

  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Active collaboration with other departments fosters innovative research and knowledge exchange.

  • Educational Excellence: Offers high-quality UG and PG programs, preparing students for successful careers in academia, industry, and healthcare.

Achievements

  • Publication of Research Papers: Faculty and students publish in prestigious scientific journals, contributing to the advancement of the field.

  • Awards and Recognition: PG students have received best paper awards for research contributions in conferences and academic achievements, including First Rank in MD Pharmacology.

  • Community Outreach: In collaboration with Community Medicine, faculty and PGs engage in outreach programs to educate the public on drug safety and usage.

  • Training and Mentorship: Provides training and mentorship on CBME and research, fostering the next generation of pharmacologists.