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Doctors from IMCH successfully conducted a medical awareness camp on Personal Hygiene at Government Higher Secondary School, Vidayur Village. The camp was held on March 5, 2022. Dental as well as general health check-ups were also conducted for students and staff.
Our 2nd year MBBS students Sharon Swetha and Nelson competed in the Undergraduate Psychiatry quiz conducted by TANPSYCON. Our students got selected in prelims exam which included pre final and final year mbbs candidates participating all over tamilnadu and Pondicherry. Out of 6 teams selected through prelims our college students were the youngest and they competed against final year mbbs students. Through hard work and training by our faculties, they won the undergraduate quiz competition successfully. They are now participating in the National level undergraduate psychiatry quiz representing the whole south zone.
Indira Medical College and Hospital conducted Fresher’s Day program to welcome the second batch of MBBS students. The day was packed with memorable moments, spearheaded by managing director Indira Rajendran. The students felt keen anticipation as they looked forward to taking their first step into the illustrious medical field.
The reputable doctors and hard-working nurses of Indira Medical College & Hospitals conducted a health camp recently on Jan 11, 2022. It doubled as an awareness camp to educate people on personal hygiene. The camp took place at Thiruvalangadu Village near Thiruvallur. General health checkups were also conducted on site.
INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY PROGRAM
INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY CELEBRATION REPORT
Date: 21.06.2025
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Venue: Indira Medical College, Pandur, Tiruvallur
The International Yoga Day program was organized at Indira Medical College on 21st June 2025 to commemorate yoga’s universal relevance as a tool for well-being, peace, and unity. The event emphasized not only the practice of physical postures (Asanas), but also breath control techniques (Pranayama), meditation (Dhyana), and principles of ethical living.
This year’s theme was “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, highlighting yoga’s role in promoting holistic health for individuals and harmony with nature.
The program began with an introductory speech on the importance of yoga delivered by Dr. Brinda Venkatraman, Vice Principal of Indira Medical College. This was followed by a yoga session led by Yoga Master V. Krishnamurthy, during which approximately 50 students participated with great enthusiasm.
Yoga Master V. Krishnamurthy also delivered an insightful talk on the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of regular yoga practice.
WORLD VITILIGO DAY
Department of Dermatology Conducted World vitiligo day on June 25, 2025, by 11.00 AM in IMCH hospital block, ground floor. Theme – Awareness, acceptance and impact of treatment in transforming lives of vitiligo patients and their care-givers. About 100 members including general public, faculties and students attended the programme. The program was graced by IMCH Dean, Dr.P. Vasanthamani and Dr. R. Shanthimalar, Medical Director. Followed by a short welcome note by the department head, Dr. Ramya C., final year and third year students enacted their role play. 3rd year students concentrated on giving awareness to the public about vitiligo and to end the stigma. Final year students, through their role play Conveyed the treatment options for vitiligo. Our beloved Dean madam created awareness is to the audience on how vitiligo is not communicable, to end the stigma and about various treatment options offered by our instituition. Certificates for drawing and poster competitions were issued by our Dean and Medical Director Madam to the participants. Program got ended by a heartfelt vote of thanks.
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CME on Sleep Physiology –Rest, Relax, Recharge: The Sleep Science
The Departments of Physiology and Respiratory Medicine at Indira Medical College and
Hospitals (IMCH) jointly organized an enriching Continuing Medical Education (CME) program
titled “Rest, Relax, Recharge – The Sleep Science” on June 4, 2025, at the IMCH First Floor
Auditorium.
CME on Body Fluid Homeostasis – The Secret of Body Fluid Balance
The Department of Physiology successfully organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME)
program titled “Body Fluid Homeostasis – The Secret of Body Fluid Balance” on December 4th,
2024, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at the Hospital Block Auditorium, Indira Medical College and
Hospitals, Pandur, Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu.
World No Tobacco Day 2025 @ IMCH
The Department of Psychiatry, under the leadership of Professor Dr. Ajay Thangaraj, conducted an impactful awareness event on June 6, 2025, at the OPD premises to educate the public on the harms of tobacco.
Students performed a powerful street play – “Unmasking the Appeal of Tobacco”
Dr. Dhandapani busted common tobacco myths
Dr. Vignesh led the No Tobacco Pledge
Dean Dr. Vasanthamani shared words of encouragement
Poster competition winners were awarded
Together, we stand for a tobacco-free future.
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