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:: DEPARTMENTS / Department of Physiology |
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What is "Physiology"? Physiology forms the foundation of all medical sciences.
Human physiology is the study of the functioning of human body from the time of conception till old age under resting as well as altered conditions. |
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OUR MISSION & VISION |
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Physiology "the science of life" is the foundation on which clinical medicine rests. Knowledge of the intricate workings of different body systems and their complex interrelationships forms the core of the subject. This understanding enables students to correlate between pathology of a disease and its treatment, contributing to development of the core skills of a competent doctor
Our vision remains to create a dedicated, competent and compassionate doctor whose ultimate goal is to serve humanity and uphold the ideals of our noble profession. | |
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GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT |
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The department conducts an intensive
academic programme for first year medical
students. |
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The department also conducts an intensive
academic programme for M.D. Physiology
course having intake of 3 students per
year. |
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Well equipped and spacious laboratories
are available |
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Teaching aids include a computer with
multi-media and overhead projector,
LCD. |
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Innovative methods for training. |
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Teaching methods are constantly updated
to keep pace with clinical medicine. |
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Highly
qualified, experienced faculty members. |
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Special activities of the Department |
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Our staff members are active members of- |
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University committees such as Board
of Studies. |
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CME organised by the Department :2 |
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Pain & its management.2002.
Critical care- a multi-disciplinary
approach.2003.
proposed :2.
Computer assisted learning.
Databases in medical research. |
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Student counseling cell. |
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Regular display of recent advances in medicine- published in various Medical Bulletins, News papers, Journals, Medical Times, and down loads from Internet. | |
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Highlights of U.G. Teaching |
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Comprises lectures, practicals, tutorials
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lecture demonstrations. |
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Small group teaching methods such as
Interactive tutorial sessions, Computer
aided teaching. This ensures better
understanding & personal attention. |
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Practical demonstrations using physiographs,
polygraphs, ECG machines, spirometers
& perimeters. |
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Visit to blood bank. |
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Visit
to hospital wards. |
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Use of 90 illustrated charts and over 20 models
to simplify the subject. |
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Question banks:- All types of question such
as MCQs, SAQs, short notes and long questions
as per the university examination pattern
for students practice. |
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Special coaching for academically backward
students. |
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Class tests and MCQ practice tests are given
from time to time. |
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Students and interdisciplinary seminars.1
per term. Vertical and horizontal integration
in teaching. |
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POST GRADUATE TEACHING PROGRAMME |
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Seminars |
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Journal
club |
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Guest
lectures |
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PG
practicals & PG discussions |
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Interaction
with PG students of other colleges |
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Visiting
other colleges to attend PG activities, conferences
etc. |
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DISSERTATIONS OF P.G. STUDENTS |
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| 1) |
Dr.
S. S. Jadhav - Guide - Dr. (Mrs.) S.A. Diwanji
Topic- Audiovisual reaction time in pre and
post menstrual phase |
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Dr.
Indu K. Pisharody - Guide - Dr. M. S. Karandikar
Topic -Prevalence of obesity in young
Indian adults aged between 17 to 22 years
and relation of obesity with lipid profile |
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Dr.
L.J. Borse -Guide -Dr. V.R.Purandare
Topic- Lung Function tests in Air- Conditioner
users. |
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Dr.
(Mrs.) Jayati Das-Guide - Dr.V.R. Purandare
Topic-Incidence of obesity relation
with Cardio Pulmonary Efficiency test. |
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Dr.
(Mrs.) Shefali Singh-Guide- Dr. M. S. Karandikar
Topic-Examination stress and its correlation
with Blood pressure.Pulse rate and Lipid profile. |
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DISSERTATIONS COMPLETED |
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1) Dr.
R. S. Sood - Gide - Dr. (Mrs) S. A. Diwanji
Topic - Prevalence of myopia among the anaemic and
non-anaemic first MBBS students of Padmashree Dr.
D. Y. Patil Medical College
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2) Dr. N. Nerkar - guide - Dr. V.R.Purandare
Topic:- Lung functions in non insulin diabetes mellitus in Male subjects without history of respiratory disorders. |
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