Department of FORENSIC MEDICINE

Undergraduate Academics:

The department continues with its undergraduate teaching program which include MBBS (three semesters). The methods of teaching like integrated teaching, problem-based learning modules, small group discussions, demonstrations, seminar, multiple choice questions and quiz competitions were introduced to strengthen concepts in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology.

Post-graduate Academics:

1.  The department offers MD (Forensic Medicine) course. Structured learning programs like:
   1. Integrated teaching for Forensic Pathology, Forensic Radiology, Forensic Psychiatry
   2. Collaborative research work with departments like Emergency Medicine, Traumatology, General Medicine, Immunology, etc.
   3. Conducted National and International conferences / CME / workshops – 8
   4. Conducting medico-legal work and deposing evidence in courts
2. Medico-Legal teachings to Emergency Medicine and Trauma department
3. Diploma courses academics:
   • Medico-Legal teachings to -
     1. Diploma in Radiography and technology (DMRT).

     2. Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT).

     3. Diploma in Medical Radio-Diagnosis (DMRD).
4. Services
   1. Forensic Pathology
   2. Forensic Toxicology
   3. Forensic Humanities
   4. Medico-legal hands-on training to Police personnel
   5. Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit (CFMU)
   6. Medico-legal consultancy to the clinicians
   7. COVID-19 related services:
      1. Dead body management of COVID-19 positive and suspected cases. Supporting district administration for handing over of the positive bodies
      2. Counseling of relatives of COVID-19 deceased.