Health Bulletin 30/June/2023

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Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launches 9 initiatives at National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences

The Union Health Minister, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya presided over the 42nd Foundation Day at the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) and delivered keynote address in the presence of Prof. S.P Singh Bhagel, Minister of State, Dr. V.K Paul, Member, Health, Niti Aayog yesterday.

Congratulating the institute and the governing members on the initiatives and courses launched, the Union Health Ministerstated that within the last two years, 25 courses have been introduced.

He reflected that “this growth serves to provide greater opportunities for medical students and India is able to garner best health services and expert doctors, serving to fulfill nation’s requirements leading to a healthier society and healthier nation.” He reiterated that the medical sector plays a paramount role in the country’s development and urged the students to commit to contributing and shaping India into a developed nation in the years to come.

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11 New Fellowship Courses, 1 Emergency Medicine Diploma Among 9 Initiatives Launched By Health Minister At NBE

NMC grants approval to Kilpauk medical college for five years

Bringing good news to the medical aspirants in Tamil Nadu, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted Kilpauk Medical College approval for the MBBS course for five years.

The NMC granted five-year approval for 150 MBBS seats after evaluating an assessment report of the medical college and while considering the request to extend the approval.

Founded in 1960, Government Kilpauk Medical College is affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai. Even though initially the college was given recognition for 100 MBBS seats, later permission was granted for 150 MBBS seats.

Earlier this month, NMC issued approval for 150 MBBS seats at Government Kilpauk Medical College. However, Medical Dialogues had reported that the Apex medical commission had granted the approval for only one year.

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NMC Grants Approval To Kilpauk Medical College For Five Years

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