The Department of Community Medicine plays a vital role in training future doctors to address the health needs of individuals, families, and communities. It focuses on preventive, promotive, and rehabilitative healthcare, emphasizing the importance of public health, epidemiology, environmental health, nutrition, demography, and health program management. Through field practice, surveys, and community outreach, the department equips students with the skills to become compassionate healthcare providers and effective public health leaders.
Vision
To be a leading center in community health education, research, and service, empowering medical professionals to improve population health and contribute to national and global health goals.
Mission
- To impart strong knowledge of epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, and public health programs.
- To train students in preventive and social medicine practices, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare.
- To conduct community-based teaching and field training for practical exposure to real health challenges.
- To promote research in public health, epidemiology, and health system management.
- To collaborate with government and non-government organizations for disease control, health awareness, and outreach programs.
- To instill values of ethics, equity, and social responsibility in future healthcare professionals.
Academic & Research Activities
- Classroom teaching, community surveys, field visits, and health camps.
- Hands-on training in epidemiological methods, data analysis, and health program evaluation.
- Research on public health problems, communicable & non-communicable diseases, and health promotion strategies.
- Conduct of workshops, CMEs, health awareness campaigns, and school health programs.
- Student involvement in National Health Programs and rural/urban health projects.
Infrastructure & Facilities
- Urban & Rural Health Training Centers (UHTC & RHTC) for community-based learning.
- Public Health Laboratory for environmental and epidemiological investigations.
- Demonstration Halls & ICT-enabled classrooms for interactive learning.
- Community Health Museum with charts, models, and exhibits on public health themes.
- Access to health databases, survey tools, and research resources.
