About Us
The MSR Endocrinology and Metabolism Department is one of thefull fledged Endocrinology centre and has intensified its activities in clinical spheres,
training and research for the past decade and is now considered to be one of the leaders in training and research in diabetes in India.
The Department consists of a dedicated and well qualified team of Teaching faculty whose primary aim is to Nurture and sustain this rich legacy. Our team of dedicated experts also mentor the next generation of care providers, thus ensuring a robust medical structure for years to come.
Highlights
- The Endocrinology department at Ramaiah, is the first department in Karnataka to have started endocrinal care for patients about 30 years ago.
- Specialisations include behavioral endocrinology and comparative endocrinology.
- The department also hosts free camps on special days such as World Diabetes Day and World Thyroid Day.
- Academic research studies have revolved around conditions such as diabetes, polycystic ovaries, etc. The department has also been involved in a number of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) trials.
- The subject delves into the physiology and the pathophysiology of the endocrinal system. The epidemiology of the endocrine glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, para-thyroid and adrenal glands, is also covered as part of the training.
- The subject delves into the physiology and the pathophysiology of the endocrinal system. The epidemiology of the endocrine glands such as the pituitary, thyroid, para-thyroid and adrenal glands, is also covered as part of the training.
- As part of their posting, PG residents of MD in General Medicine spend 15-30 days in this department. During this posting they get to observe cases in the OPD, participate in work-ups, and obtain prescriptions for the patients.
- For DM in Endocrinology residents, combined teaching with other departments like Pathology and Radiology is an important aspect of training.
- Residents have access to state-of-the-art infrastructure meant for ultrasound scans, nuclear scans and PET scans.
- The Department of Endocrinology features facilities that can support some specialised tests that very few places offer. This makes it a well-known referral centre where patients come from across India.
Message From The HoD
I started my medical career in 1993 when I joined the prestigious King George’s Medical university. I graduated with honors in many subjects. After that I joined MD in Medicine in the same college and got Smt Surat Kumari Lal Gold medal for best work in the department of Medicine.
Dr. Chitra SProfessor & HOD - Department of Endocrinology
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