Author: Dr. KM Cherian Institute Of Medical Sciences

Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Dr. K.M. Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, in collaboration with NSS Karayogam, Poovathur, organised the Anti-Drug Awareness Class at Government L. P. School, Poovathur. The awareness class was led by Dr. Reuben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Shri. M. K. Sreekumar (Excise Preventive Officer (Rtd.) & Vimukthi State Government Trainer). Shri. R. Mohankumar (NSS Director Board Member & President, Thiruvalla Taluk Union) and Shri. P. Prasannakumar (President, NSS Karayogam) were present during the event.

Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organised the CME - "Thyroid Symposium" by the Department of Endocrinology. The CME featured scientific sessions led by Dr. Rajeev Philip (Consultant Endocrinologist, KMC Hospital) and Dr. Amal Dev. D (Consultant Endocrinologists, KMC Hospital). The symposium provided insights into the latest advancements, diagnostic approaches and management strategies in thyroid disorders, fostering collaborative learning among healthcare professionals.

Department of Rheumatology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, organized the Awareness Session on World Lupus Day, led by Dr. Rachel Oommen, Consultant Rheumatologist. A question and answer session was also conducted for patients and bystanders at the hospital, addressing queries related to arthritis and its symptoms. Exciting prizes were awarded to those who answered correctly.

Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences has empanelled with Central Govt. Health Scheme (CGHS).

Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur Managing Director Rev. Fr. Dr. Alexander Koodarathil inaugurated the distribution of privilege cards for one lakh Kudumbashree members in Pathanamthitta district by handing over to Kudumbashree District Coordinator Smt. Athila Basheer during the Kudumbashree Micro Enterprises Award Ceremony. https://youtu.be/NeW49hgWqp0 Honourable Ranni MLA Shri. Pramod Narayanan, film actress Smt. Mallika Sukumaran and several prominent personalities from the political and cultural fields were present at the event. https://youtu.be/6XoktGw6XdQ

Under the leadership of the Jeevanam Cancer Society, a heartfelt gathering of cancer survivors and the release of the book ‘Kanalkaadu Thandiya Phoenix Pakshikal’, written by 15 women who overcame cancer, was inaugurated by Minister K. B. Ganesh Kumar at Pathanapuram. Dr. Sarah J. Easaw, Medical Director & Consultant Oncologist at the Oncology Centre, Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, spoke at the event.

Department of Psychiatry and De-addiction at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Mental Health Awareness Class for ‘Vanal Thumbikal’ (A cultural rally conducted by the Pandanad Balasangham). The session was led by Dr. Reuben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Mr. Asish Samuel (Psychiatric Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur).

Dr. Cicija Kalloopparamban - Consultant in Reproductive Medicine, participated in the cross talk presentation at Darsan 2025. Dr. Cicija Kalloopparamban - Consultant in Reproductive Medicine, participated in the cross talk presentation at Darsan 2025 (Annual CME of KOGS) organized by Government Medical College, Kottayam, in association with the OG Society on 27th April 2025.

Dr. Arun Thomas (Consultant Neonatologist) and Dr. Rony Joseph (Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician) participated as faculty at the National Neonatology Summit – Calneocon ’25, organized by NNF Kerala and IAP Kozhikode, held at Calicut.

Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Mental health awareness class at St. Mary's Knanaya Church, Kottayam. Dr. Ruben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Fr. Bibin Baby (Psychiatric & Spiritual Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) led the awareness sessions.

Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, in collaboration with the Maldives government have been initiated the steps to establish drug rehabilitation centers across various islands in the Maldives. The Maldivian Minister for Homeland Affairs and Technology & the CEO of the National Drug Agency, Mr. Muhammad Rashid visited KMC Hospital to discuss the necessary arrangements to open the drug rehabilitation centers in Maldives, to be operated by KMC Hospital. KMC Hospital will deliver international-standard drug rehabilitation services and comprehensive super-specialty healthcare to Maldivian nationals, in collaboration with the Maldives government. The delegation led by the minister also included Mr.…