DEPARTMENT OF FORENSIC MEDICINE

OVERVIEW:

The department imparts training to MBBS students in Forensic Medicine during the second phase of the course during 3rd, 4th and 5th semesters.

FACILITIES:

The department museum displays photos, charts, wet specimens, plant poisons, poisonous and non-poisonous snakes, clay models, skeleton, bones and weapons including firearms and cartridges and sharp and blunt weapons. Crime scene model is an added attraction.

Demonstration room, Practical hall and Research room are also available. The department Library has more than 100 test books and national and international journals. The Autopsy hall has two autopsy tables and facilities for conducting medicolegal autopsies. Cold chamber to preserve 4 dead bodies is available.

Undergraduate Education:

The broad goal of teaching undergraduate students in Forensic Medicine is to produce a physician well informed of medicolegal responsibilities and the principles of medical ethics in practice of his profession. The teaching-learning process includes lectures, demonstrations, seminars and integrated teaching.

Other Services provided:

The department of Forensic Medicine provides consultancy services to the doctors in clinical medico legal work in the collegiate hospital.

Future Projects:

The department is all set to conduct medico legal autopsies. The Government sanction for the same is awaited.

Faculty details:

Department has adequate faculty strength as required, according to Medical Council norms.