Our Vision:

Community Medicine aims to promote health, prevent diseases, and ensure equitable healthcare access through public health interventions, education, and policy advocacy.

Leadership in public health with excellence in quality of education and originality in research

Our Mission:

To be a preferred subject and department of choice for students, health planners, faculy and researchers.

Objective :

• To promote quality research for advancement and dissemination of knowledge and implementation of it through community service
• To strengthen the faculties with adequate expertise, to that they can provide effective ways for healthcare planning and management
• To motivate in employing innovative orders and methods of education to help the students to become both public health practitioners and academician to enhance the overall academic standard
• To undertake all such activities necessary for the growth of the college and university

Community Medicine ensures a preventive, inclusive, and proactive approach to public health for the well-being of all.

FAP :

FAP has been incorporated in the MBBS curriculum the students hereby adopt family and take care of the family allotted to them throughout the course.

Community engagement in medical education gives the students an insight into the living condition of the public and how they influence their health

Rural Health and Training Center (RHTC)

The Upgraded Primary Health Center (PHC) in Shoolagiri, Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu, serves a rural population of 56,836 across six sub-centers. It is located approximately 23 kilometers from the Government Medical College, Krishnagiri, facilitating potential collaborations for medical training and community health initiatives.

Services Provided

• Outpatient Care: General medical consultations and treatment for common ailments.
• Maternal and Child Health Services: Antenatal and postnatal care, safe deliveries, and neonatal care.
• Immunization Services: Routine vaccinations under the Universal Immunization Program (UIP).
• Family Planning Services: Contraceptive counseling, sterilization procedures, and distribution of contraceptives.
• Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Management: Screening and management of hypertension, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses.
• Communicable Disease Control: Diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases like tuberculosis, leprosy, and vector-borne diseases.
• Emergency and Minor Procedures: Basic trauma care, first aid, and minor surgical interventions.
• Diagnostics and Laboratory Services: Basic investigations including blood tests, urine analysis, and pregnancy tests.
• Health Education and Counseling: Awareness programs on nutrition, hygiene, sanitation, and lifestyle diseases.
• Referral Services: Timely referral of complicated cases to higher healthcare centers and district hospitals.
• National Health Programs Implementation: Participation in programs such as the National TB Elimination Program (NTEP), Reproductive and Child Health (RCH), and Ayushman Bharat.

Potential

Given its comprehensive service coverage, infrastructure, and proximity to the medical college, Shoolagiri PHC is well-positioned to serve as a Rural Health Training Center (RHTC) for Government Medical College, Krishnagiri. This integration would provide medical students and interns with practical experience in rural healthcare delivery, disease prevention, and community-based interventions.

Urban Primary Health Center– (UHTC)

The Urban Primary Health Center (UPHC) in Rasi Street, Tiruvannamalai Road, Krishnagiri, serves as a vital healthcare facility catering to the urban population. Covering a total population of 83,022, this UPHC provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to the residents of Krishnagiri, focusing on preventive, promotive, curative, and rehabilitative healthcare.The UPHC is located approximately 12 kilometers from the Government Medical College, Krishnagiri, making it an ideal facility for medical training and academic collaboration.

Services Provided:

• Outpatient Care: General medical consultations and treatment for common ailments.
• Maternal and Child Health Services: Antenatal and postnatal care, immunizations, pediatric care, and nutritional support.
• Family Planning Services: Contraceptive counseling, sterilization procedures, and distribution of contraceptives.
• Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Management: Screening, diagnosis, and treatment of hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other chronic conditions.
• Communicable Disease Control: Early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases like tuberculosis, dengue, and vector-borne illnesses.
• Emergency and Minor Procedures: Basic trauma care, wound dressing, and minor surgical interventions.
• Laboratory Services: Basic diagnostic tests, including blood tests, urine analysis, and pregnancy tests.
• Health Education and Counseling: Awareness programs on hygiene, nutrition, sanitation, and lifestyle disease prevention.
• Referral Services: Coordination with higher medical centers for advanced treatment and specialized care.
• Implementation of National Health Programs: Participation in programs like the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM), Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program (RNTCP), and Maternal & Child Health (MCH) initiatives.

Potential as an Urban Health Training Center

Given its comprehensive healthcare services and strategic urban location, the Rasi Street UPHC can function as an Urban Health Training Center (UHTC) for Government Medical College, Krishnagiri. Medical students and interns can gain practical exposure to urban healthcare challenges, including epidemiology, health promotion, disease prevention, and community outreach programs.

MakkalaiThedi Maruthuvam (MTM)

MakkalaiThedi Maruthuvam is a flagship healthcare initiative launched by the Government of Tamil Nadu on August 5, 2021, in Shoolagiri, Krishnagiri district. This program aims to provide doorstep healthcare services, focusing on early detection and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), thereby reducing the burden on tertiary healthcare facilities.

Implementation at Government Medical College, Krishnagiri:

The Government Medical College Hospital in Krishnagiri commenced operations on October 14, 2022, enhancing the region's healthcare infrastructure. The integration of the MakkalaiThedi Maruthuvam scheme within this institution has further strengthened community healthcare delivery.

Services Offered:

• Diabetes Screening
• Hypertension Screening
• Cancer screening - Ca.Cervix and Ca.Breast
• Pathampathukappomthittam – Diabetic Foot Screening

Beneficiaries:

Since its inception, the MakkalaiThedi Maruthuvam scheme has achieved significant milestones. Approximately 8000 to 10000 cases have been screened every month for the above mentioned conditions. A total of 5320 beneficiaries got registered in our health facility for either Diabetes, Hypertension or both. Approximate turn out 1200 folowup patients every month.

Uncontrolled and patients with complications were referred from nearby primary health centers, gets specialtiy opinion and treatment for the same in our helathfaciltiy The integration of MakkalaiThedi Maruthuvam within the Government Medical College, Krishnagiri, exemplifies the state's commitment to accessible and preventive healthcare, ensuring that essential medical services reach every household.

Services Offered by the Community Medicine Department

The Community Medicine Department provides a wide range of services aimed at improving the health and well-being of communities. Our services focus on prevention, health promotion, education, and addressing public health challenges. Key services include:

1. Preventive Health Care Services:

• Conducting immunization drives and vaccination campaigns.
• Screening programs for common health issues (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, cancer).
• Providing preventive health check-ups and promoting early detection of diseases.

2. Health Education and Awareness Programs:

• Organizing community health education sessions on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, mental health, and disease prevention.
• Development and distribution of health awareness materials (pamphlets, posters, digital content) for various health issues.
• Running workshops to raise awareness on lifestyle-related diseases and preventive measures.

3. Epidemiological Surveillance and Research:

• Collecting and analyzing data on disease patterns and public health trends.
• Conducting field research on local health issues to inform public health policies and interventions.
• Studying environmental, social, and behavioral factors that impact community health.

4. Maternal and Child Health Services:

• Organizing antenatal care, child immunization clinics, and maternal health education
• Promoting breastfeeding, maternal nutrition, and maternal mental health.
• Educating communities on the importance of early childhood care and development

5. Environmental Health Services:

• Conducting assessments on water quality, sanitation, and air quality.
• Addressing environmental risks and promoting safe living environments.
• Providing advice and guidance on waste management and pollution control.

6. Occupational Health Services:

• Educating workers and communities on workplace safety and health hazards.
• Conducting health assessments and screenings for employees in various industries.
• Providing guidance on ergonomics, stress management, and occupational disease prevention.

7. Community-Based Health Interventions:

• Implementing programs to improve access to healthcare services, especially in underserved areas.
• Collaborating with local organizations to provide healthcare resources and education.

8. Public Health Policy Advocacy:

• Working with local government bodies to influence health policy and ensure the implementation of effective public health strategies.
• Participating in community health needs assessments and planning public health interventions.

9. Global Health Initiatives:

• Addressing global health challenges through research and collaborative efforts.
• Engaging in cross-border health programs, particularly in regions with high disease burden.
• Promoting international health policies and sustainable health practices.

10. Training and Capacity Building:

• Offering training programs and workshops for healthcare providers, students, and community health workers.
• Educating on the management of public health crises, such as infectious disease outbreaks.
• Providing skills in health communication and community outreach.

11. Social Determinants of Health Education:

• Raising awareness about how factors like income, education, housing, and access to clean water impact health.
• Offering programs designed to address and mitigate social inequalities in health.

ACADEMIC CURRICULUM

Periodic academic activities held in the department are

• Lecture Classes
• Practical Demonstration
• Early Clinical Exposure
• Basic Science Correlation Classes /Clinical Seminar
• Small Group Discussion
• Symposia
• Tutorials, Review Classes
• Self- Directed Learning
• Integrated Teaching
• AETCOM
• Pandemic Modules
• Formatives And Summative Assessments

The department also gives extensive training and high degree of professional competency to MBBS undergraduate students and CRMIs

Faculty

III MBBS PASS PERCENTAGE

2021-2022 BATCH – 97.8% [Distinction – 19, Honors – 4]

COMPLETED RESEARCH PROGRAMMES /ONGOING RESEARCH PROJECTS

• Mental health among foreign medical graduates – A Mixed Method study
• Assessment of awareness of cervical cancer among adult women attending OPD in a tertiary care hospital at Krishnagiri – A cross sectional study
• Prevalence of severity of anemia among non-pregnant reproductive age group of females in hilly region of Thali block, Krishnagiri
• Knowledge, attitude and willingness for organ donation individuals visiting a selective tertiary care center in South India- An Hospital based cross sectional study

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