Author: Dr. KM Cherian Institute Of Medical Sciences

The Department of Infection Control and Prevention at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the awareness class at Mor Severios Higher Secondary School(MSHSS), Ranni. Mr. Johncy Joseph (Infection Control Nurse, KMC Hospital) and Ms. Jithu Johny (Infection Control Nurse, KMC Hospital) led the awareness sessions.

Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Mental Health Awareness Programme at Sree Ayyappa College, Eramallikkara. The awareness sessions were led by Dr. Reuben John (Consultant Psychiatrist, KMC Hospital) and Fr. Bibin Baby (Psychiatric Counsellor).

Department of Neonatology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Poster Competition as part of 'World Breastfeeding Week (1st – 7th August 2025)'. The first prize was awarded to Ms. Ranji Kurien (Staff Nurse, Neonatal ICU), the second prize to Dr. Jibi Zacharia (CCU) and the third prize to Ms. Meera Mariyam Skariah (Project Coordinator, Research & Development). The prizes were distributed by Dr. Arun Thomas (Consultant Neonatologist), Dr. Aparna B. Raj (Jr. Consultant Neonatologist) and Dr. Rebecca John (COO).

Department of Psychiatry & Psychology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences organized the Mental Health Awareness Programme at M.S.S High School, Mavelikkara Dr. Sreeja Sambath (Clinical Psychologist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) and Fr. Bibin Baby (Psychiatric Counsellor, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) has led the awareness sessions.

Scientific session on “Liver Lesions Uncovered - A Case Based Approach” by Dr. Murali Appukuttan (Consultant HPB, Gastro-Onco and Transplant Surgeon, KMC hospital, Chengannur) and “Neurosurgical Red Flags - What Not to Miss in Daily Practice” by Dr. Rajeev. R (Consultant Neurosurgeon, KMC hospital, Chengannur) at IMA, Mavelikkara.

Department of Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Surgery at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, organized the 'Laparoscopic Hernia Live Surgery Workshop'. The workshop was led by Dr. Farish Shamsudeen (Consultant Minimally Invasive & Laparoscopic Surgeon, KMC Hospital) and his dedicated team. Congratulations to all the laparoscopic surgeons who participated in this enriching live workshop.

Department of Fire & Safety at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, in association with the Fire & Rescue Station, Chengannur and District Disaster Management Authority, Alappuzha, organized the workshop on ‘Skills to Effectively Manage Fire and Disasters’. The training session on ‘Fire Safety, Firefighting & Fire Management’ was led by Shri. Prasanth S. P. (Grade Senior Fire & Rescue Officer, Chengannur), Shri. Subeesh S. (Fire & Rescue Officer, Chengannur) and Shri. Shahid Ali M. (Fire & Safety Officer, KMC Hospital). The session on Disaster Management was conducted by Smt. Chinthu C. (Hazard Analyst, District Disaster Management Authority, Alappuzha).

‘’Treating Diabetes - Case Based Approach’’ - Scientific session by Dr. Amal Dev. D (Consultant Endocrinologist, KMC Hospital, Chengannur) at IMA Chengannur.

On World Plastic Surgery Week, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Chengannur, organized the Quiz Competition. The event commenced with an introductory speech by Dr. Brien Oommen Thomas, Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, followed by the quiz conducted by Dr. Sannia Salim, Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon.