The department made a humble beginning in the year 2001 with three ultrasound machines and two x-ray machines. As of present the department is fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipments. The department has five ultrasound machines, thirteen x-ray machines including a flouroscopy machine, a dual slice as well as a 128 slice computed topography system and a state a of the art 1.5 Tesla MRI machine.
Dr Bhaskaran and his team played a vital role in the establishment of the department and providing the special impedus that was needed during its formative years. The department grew in strength when Dr M.L Prakash, a distinguished and experienced professional in the field of contemporary medical imaging, became the head of the department. At present, Dr Smrita Swamy, who, with her in depth knowledge of the subject and many years of experience has taken over as the head of the department and has already made strides in setting new goals in order for the department to be propelled to further heights.
The department organizes systemic and effective teaching programs for undergraduate and postgraduate medical students. The department started postgraduate courses in the year 2008. The courses offered include M.D Radio diagnosis and Diploma in Medical Radio diagnosis. The annual intake of students at present is 6 seats and 1 seat respectively. The department has of recently introduced Bachelor Of Science course in Medical Imaging & Technology (B.Sc. MIT).
The department has become totally digital with the introduction of computed radiography and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) which makes the department filmless and also helps to serve the patients quicker. Digital radiography is to be implemented soon which will further strive to improve the quality of care given to the patient.
The aim of the management of the hospital is to provide excellent healthcare by striving to cater to the poor people of the region by providing radiological investigations that are being done at a subsidized cost.
The diagnostic armamentarium of the department of radiology includes 1.5 tesla magnetic resonance imaging (Philips intera), Computed Tomography (128 slice Wipro GE and Dual slice Wipro GE), 6 Ultrasound units (inclusive of 4D state–of–the–art colour Doppler units) a mammography unit, in addition to 1000mA digital HF system with image intensifier.
MRI:The MRI 1.5 T high definition platformt capable of advance applications like Diffusion imaging, Total body imaging and MR spectroscopy. The chief merits of MRI include absence of exposure to ionizing radiation, visualization of blood vessels without the usage of intravenous contrast and multiplanar imaging. MRI is the imaging technique of choice for the diagnosis of disorders pertaining to the Cranium, Spine and Musculoskeletal system.
MRCP (Magnetic Resonance Cholangio Pancreatography) has virtually replaced ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography), especially if intervention is not required.
CT:There are two Computed Tomography systems, a 128 slice, Wipro GE machine and a Dual Slice Wipro GE. All routine scans of the Brain, Thorax, Abdomen & Musculoskeletal system are performed.
The 128 slice scanner is the most advanced among the latest generation of CT scanners and has revolutionized imaging protocols. The 3D workstation is attached.
The whole body can be scanned in a few seconds and high resolution 3D images of any organ system can be generated. The applications of this system are in field of noninvasive angiography and coronary angiograms which are being offered at very economical costs.
Ultrasound:The department has around 5 Ultrasound machines including 4 Colour Doppler machines and Siemens Acuson 2000 with 4D Ultrasound. All routine Ultrasound scans of the Abdomen, Neck, Scrotum, Breast and Musculoskeletal system along with elastography are performed.
Transcranial, Transvaginal and Transrectal Ultrasounds are performed. Antenatal scan and Doppler of all blood vessels are performed routinely. Ultrasound guided interventions like Percutaneous Nephrostomy, Liver Abscess drainage and FNAC / Biopsies are also performed.
Mammography:The Department also provides Mammography services where accurate imaging of the breast is performed for women over 40 years. It helps in early detection of breast cancers.
X-Ray:The department has 1000mA, 800 mA, two 600mA, 500 mA, 300mA and several mobile x ray units. 1000 mA Flexavision has radiofrequency table and provision for digital radiography.All regular X-rays are taken. Special procedures like Barium studies, Fistuologram, MCU, etc are performed under fluoroscopic guidance.
Following facilities are available to facilitate teaching of undergraduates and postgraduate students within the department.
Library:The department has a large collection of the latest Radiology books (131 books). There is also a vast E book collection ( >500 books). Also several RSNA and other CME video’s are available in the department. The department also receives six international and national journals.
Museum:The department has a vast collection of X ray, CT and MRI films. This collection includes some of the common conditions in radiology as well as some of the rarest disease. There are more than 500 films in this collection and serves as a large learning source for the undergraduates and postgraduates.
Seminar Hall:There is a seminar hall within the department with a seating capacity of 25 . It is fully equipped with all audio-visual aid and is used for postgraduate discussion and case presentations.
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CLINICAL
We offer the following imaging services for the patients referred to us. We also render the services for the poor patients referred from outsideThe following radiological investigation are performed in the department
X-RAY RADIOLOGICAL INVESTIGATIONS PERFORMED
GIT 1. BARIUM STUDY:
URINARY TRACT:
REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM:
VENOUS SYSTEM:
ARTERIAL SYSTEM:
SALIVARY GLANDS:
ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES:
All routine scans of the Brain, Thorax, Abdomen & Musculoskeletal system are performed.
TEACHING The department strives to provide quality undergraduate and postgraduate training. The department started postgraduate courses in the year 2008. The courses offered include M.D Radio diagnosis and Diploma in Medical Radio diagnosis. The annual intake is 6 seats and 1 seat respectively. The goals of our teaching programme and the curriculum for undergraduates and postgraduates are enumerated in Curriculum Section.
CME/Workshops conducted:
ON - GOING PG DISSERTATION
GOAL:
The broad goal of teaching the undergraduate medical students in the field of Radio-diagnosis should be aimed at making the students realize the basic need of various radio-diagnostic tools in medical practice. They should be aware of the techniques required to be undertaken in different situations for the diagnosis of various ailments as well as during prognostic estimations.
OBJECTIVES
KNOWLEDGE:
The student should be able to:
SKILL
At the end of the course the student should be able to:
GOAL
Goal of the course is to orient and train the students on different aspects of diagnostic and interventional radiology in the diseases of various organ systems of the human body. They should be able to apply this training at secondary and tertiary level of medical care.
OBJECTIVES
In order to achieve the goal of this course, following objectives are to be accomplished by the time the candidate completes the 3 years course.
Three broad domains of the objectives are:
Cognitive Domain (Knowledge)
Describe aetiology, pathophysiology, and principles of diagnosis and management of common problems including emergencies, in adults and children.
Demonstrate understand of basic sciences relevant to this specialty.
Identify important determinants in a case (e.g. social, economic, and environmental) and take them into account for planning therapeutic measures.
Recognize conditions that may be outside the area of specialty/competence and to refer them to Advise regarding the management (including interventional radiology) of the case and to carry out the management effectively.
Update oneself by self-study and by attending courses, seminars, conferences and workshop which are relevant to the field of radio-Diagnosis.
Carry out guided research with the aim of publishing his/her work and presenting work at various scientific forums.
Psychomotor Domain (Skills)
Attitudinal Domain
Adopt ethical principles in all aspects of his/her practice. Professional honesty and integrity to be fostered.
Develop communication skills in order to explain the various options available in management and to obtain a true informed consent from the patient.
Be humble and accept the limitations of his knowledge and skills and to ask for help from colleagues/seniors when needed.
Respect patient rights and privileges including patient’s right to information and right to seek a second opinion.
DISSERTATION
Thesis
Every candidate pursuing MD degree course is required to carry out work on a selected research project under the guidance of a recognized post graduate teacher. The results of such a work shall be submitted in the form of a dissertation.
The dissertation is aimed to train a post graduate student in research methods and techniques. It includes identification of a problem, formulation of a hypothesis, search and review of literature, getting acquainted with recent advances, designing of a research study, collection of data, critical analysis, comparison of results and drawing conclusions.
Chief guide will be from the department of Radio-Diagnosis while co- guides will be from either the department or other disciplines related to the dissertation topic.
Every candidate shall submit a thesis protocol to the Dean of the Institute in the prescribed Performa containing particulars of proposed dissertation work four months from the date of commencement of the course. The thesis protocol shall be sent through the proper channel.
Protocol in essence should consist of:-
Submission of thesis. discussion
Thesis will be submitted at the end of two and a half (2½) years.
Thesis should consist of
Two copies of dissertation thus prepared shall be submitted to the Dean, six months before the final examination.
The dissertation shall be valued by two external examiners appointed by the Institute. Approval of dissertation work is an essential precondition for a candidate to appear in the final MD examination.
Dissertation is graded as follows:
Log book
Each candidate should be required to maintain a log book in which following details will be entered:
Teaching method:
The following methods are to be used for the teaching of the post-graduate students:
GOAL
Goal of the course is to orient and train the students on different aspects of diagnostic and interventional radiology in the diseases of various organ systems of the human body. They should be able to apply this training at secondary and tertiary level of medical care.
OBJECTIVES
In order to achieve the goal of this course, following objectives are to be accomplished by the time the candidate completes the 2 years course.
Three broad domains of the objectives are:
Cognitive Domain (Knowledge)
Describe aetiology, pathophysiology, and principles of diagnosis and management of common problems including emergencies, in adults and children.
Demonstrate understand of basic sciences relevant to this specialty.
Identify important determinants in a case (e.g. social, economic, and environmental) and take them into account for planning therapeutic measures.
Recognize conditions that may be outside the area of specialty/competence and to refer them to proper specialist or ask for help.
Advise regarding the management (including interventional radiology) of the case and to carry out the management effectively.
Update oneself by self-study and by attending courses, seminars, conferences and workshop which are relevant to the field of radio-Diagnosis.
Psychomotor Domain (Skills)
Take a proper clinical history, examine the patient, perform essential diagnostic/interventional procedures and interpret the result to come to a reasonable diagnosis or differential diagnosis in the condition.
Provide basic life saving support service in emergency situations.
Undertake complete patient monitoring including the care of the patient.
Attitudinal Domain
Adopt ethical principles in all aspects of his/her practice. Professional honesty and integrity to be fostered.
Develop communication skills in order to explain the various options available in management and to obtain a true informed consent from the patient.
Be humble and accept the limitations of his knowledge and skills and to ask for help from colleagues/seniors when needed.
Respect patient rights and privileges including patient’s right to information and right to seek a second opinion.
Log book
Each candidate should be required to maintain a log book in which following details will be entered:
Teaching method:
The following methods are to be used for the teaching of the post-graduate students: