Author: Dr. KM Cherian Institute Of Medical Sciences

As part of the Kerala Government’s ‘Arogya Ananda’ cancer awareness screening campaign, Dr. K.M. Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, in collaboration with Marth Mariam Vanitha Samajam (Women’s Wing of Orthodox Church of India), organized the cancer awareness class at St. Thomas Orthodox Church, Chanaganacherry. The session was led by Dr. Sarah J. Easaw (Medical Director & Consultant Oncologist, Oncology Centre, Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences).

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Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences has organized the workshop on Diabetic Foot Ulcer by Dr. Rinky Mansukhani (Senior Clinical Manager, Coloplast Academy). The workshop was organised by Dr. Farish Shamsudeen (Consultant Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgery), Dr. Sidharth Sabu Cherian (Consultant Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgery), Dr. Brien Oommen Thomas (Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery) and Dr. Ananthu Sahadevan (Jr. Consultant General Surgery).

Shri George Kurian, Hon’ble Minister of State for Minority Affairs & Fisheries, Govt. of India, Inaugurated the Advanced Cardiac Laser Centre at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences. He also presented the NABH certificate awarded to the hospital by the Quality Council of India for maintaining high standards. KMC Hospital Managing Director, Rev. Fr. Dr. Alexander Koodarathil, in his Presedential Address, stated that all facilities for heart transplant surgeries have been completed and highlighted the hospital’s ongoing research in Cardiac diseases. New cardiac health checkup packages at affordable rates were also introduced during the function. Senior cardiologists Dr. Madhu…

The Department of Psychiatry and De-addiction at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the anti-drug awareness class on the International Day Against Drug Abuse at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Chengannur. The awareness sessions were led by Dr. Reuben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur), Fr. Bibin Baby (Psychiatric Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Shri. Asish Samuel (Psychiatric Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur). Smt. Preethi R. (Principal, Chinmaya Vidyalaya) and Shri. M. V. Prathipal (Vice President, Chinmaya Vidyalaya) were present at the event.

Dr. Kavitha L. S, Sr. Consultant - Reproductive Medicine and Cosmetic Gynaecology has been awarded the IASRM Excellence Award for being the Esteemed Faculty in the 10th IASRM World Congress - 'Longevity Revolution 2025' held at New Delhi.

Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, in collaboration with the Joint Martha Mariam Vanitha Samajam, Vakayar, organized the Cancer Awareness Class at St. Mary's Orthodox Valiyapally, Vakayar. The session was led by Dr. Sarah J. Easaw (Medical Director & Consultant Oncologist, Oncology Centre, Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences).

Inauguration of ATPP (Accident Treatment Programme with the Public support) for 'Kerala Police - Kollam Rural' by Shri. Sabu Mathew K. M. IPS (District Police Chief - Kollam Rural) at Kollam Rural District Police Chief Office, Kottarakkara. The Inaugural function was graced with the presence of Shri. Shanihan. A (Additional SP - Kollam Rural), Shri. Reji Abraham. P (DySP - Kollam Rural), Shri. Saju. R.L (Special Branch - Kollam Rural), Shri. Gopakumar (Liaison Officer - Kollam Rural), Circle Inspectors & SHOs from various sub divisions. Police officers from Thenmala, Anchal, Sasthamkotta, Pooyapally, Puthoor, Chadayamangalam, Kulathupuzha, Chithara, Sooranad, Punalur and Yeroor…

Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Mental Health Awareness Programme for students and teachers at Government L.P. School, Thiruvanvandoor, Alappuzha. Dr. Ruben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur), Smt. Sreeja Sambath (Clinical Psychologist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Fr. Bibin Baby (Psychiatric Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) has led the awareness sessions.

Dr. Hima Ravindranath (Faculty Member, University of St. Augustine, USA) inaugurated the Lymphedema Clinic & conducted the Workshop on Lymphedema on Monday, 16th June 2025. The function was presided by Rev. Fr. Dr. Alexander Koodarathil (Managing Director, KMC Hospital). The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Sarah J. Easaw (Medical Director & Consultant Oncologist, Oncology Centre, KMC Hospital), Dr. Geevarghese K. Mathew (Medical Superintendent & Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon), Dr. John Thomas (Consultant Surgical Oncologist, KMC Hospital), Dr. Nidhun V. Ashok (Consultant Oncologist, KMC Hospital), Dr. Boaz Vincent (Consultant Radiation Oncologist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur), Dr. Rebecca John…

Scientific session on “Extracorporeal Life Support - Current Status” by Dr. Geevarghese K. Mathew (Medical Superintendent & Consultant Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and “TIA and Minor Stroke - Current Concepts” by Dr. Aswin Mathew Thomas (Consultant Neurologist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) was held at the IMA General Body Meeting, Kayamkulam.

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