India will soon start a new MBBS-BAMS dual medical degree at JIPMER, Puducherry. The course allows students to study both allopathy and Ayurveda in 5.5 years, plus internship. The IMA has opposed it, calling it “mixopathy.”
Dr Surya Prakasa Rao of CARE Hospitals organised a free cardiac camp in Kothagudem, screening 500 patients. He stressed early diagnosis to prevent sudden cardiac deaths, marking 30 years of service in the region
In a letter addressed to its local units, the IMA, Telangana, directed its members approach the District Collector and SP to give proper directions to District Medical and Health Officer (DM&HO) to take action against healthcare facilities that are operated by unqualified individuals
Dr Vishal Akula delivers a talk on “Career Opportunities for Young Psychiatrists after Post-Graduation” in Indian Psychiatric Society East Zone Young Psychiatrists Conference at Pobitora National Park, Assam
Dr Rajeev Jayadevan, chairman of Kerala State IMA Research Cell, says it is very common in young children and there is no vaccine or antiviral treatment recommended
Asks State government to prevent serious injustice happening to aspirants due to delay in conducting counselling for admissions into PG medical seats this year
As part of the nation-wide call given by the IMA national unit, the doctors have downed their shutters from 8 am to 12 pm. All the doctors have observed the black day by wearing black badges.
All the private hospitals, clinics and nursing homes will be closed for out-patient treatment from 8 am to 12 noon. However, they will attend to emergency cases.
The doctors said all those involved in such heinous crimes ought to be punished to also create an effective deterrent for other antisocial elements who may indulge in attacking any health care professionals.
IMA president further requested the government to increase the manpower of the entire healthcare sector that includes doctors, nurses and parameter staffs.
