Anatomy
Structure of the human body
Anatomy examines the structure of the human body and provides the foundation for clinical examination, diagnosis and procedural learning.
From Foundational Science to Clinical Practice
Academic Departments
Explore the foundational, para-clinical and clinical disciplines that support MBBS education, practical training and patient care at SNMIH.
Phase I
Foundational Sciences
These departments establish an understanding of the structure, function and molecular basis of the human body—the foundation for later clinical learning.
Physiology
Function of body systems
Physiology explores how cells, organs and body systems function, interact and maintain health.
Biochemistry
Molecular basis of health and disease
Biochemistry examines the chemical and molecular processes that support normal body function and contribute to disease.
Disease, Diagnostics & Public Health
Para-clinical Sciences
These departments connect foundational science with diagnosis, therapeutics, medico-legal practice and the health of communities.
Pathology
Understanding disease
Pathology studies the causes, mechanisms and structural changes of disease, linking scientific knowledge with clinical diagnosis.
Microbiology
Microorganisms and infection
Microbiology examines microorganisms associated with human health and disease, including infection, immunity and laboratory diagnosis.
Pharmacology
Medicines and therapeutics
Pharmacology covers the actions, therapeutic uses and adverse effects of medicines, together with the principles of safe and rational prescribing.
Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Medicine, law and ethics
Forensic Medicine and Toxicology applies medical knowledge to legal processes, professional ethics, toxicology and medico-legal practice.
Clinical Education & Patient Care
Clinical Departments
Clinical departments bring medical knowledge into supervised patient care, helping students develop diagnostic, communication and clinical decision-making skills.
General Medicine
Adult medical care
General Medicine focuses on the prevention, evaluation and non-surgical management of diseases affecting adults.
Paediatrics
Health of infants and children
Paediatrics addresses the health, growth and development of infants, children and adolescents.
Psychiatry
Mental and behavioural health
Psychiatry focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental and behavioural disorders.
Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy
Skin and related conditions
The discipline covers conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails, together with sexually transmitted infections and leprosy.
Respiratory Medicine
Lung and respiratory health
Respiratory Medicine focuses on the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the lungs and respiratory system.
General Surgery
Surgical care
General Surgery introduces the principles of surgical diagnosis, operative care, perioperative management and recovery.
Orthopaedics
Musculoskeletal care
Orthopaedics addresses injuries and disorders affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and the wider musculoskeletal system.
Radio-Diagnosis
Medical imaging
Radio-Diagnosis uses medical imaging to support the detection, assessment and management of disease and injury.
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
Ear, nose and throat care
Otorhinolaryngology focuses on conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, head and neck.
Ophthalmology
Eye and vision care
Ophthalmology covers the structure, function and diseases of the eye, together with the preservation of vision.
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Women’s and reproductive health
Obstetrics and Gynaecology covers pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health and the medical and surgical care of conditions affecting women.
Anaesthesiology
Anaesthesia and perioperative care
Anaesthesiology focuses on safe anaesthesia, perioperative care, pain management, resuscitation and support for critically ill patients.
Dentistry
Oral health
Dentistry addresses the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases and injuries affecting the teeth, mouth and related structures.
Emergency Medicine
Acute and emergency care
Emergency Medicine focuses on the rapid assessment, stabilization and management of acute illness and injury.
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