T.D Medical College

Government Tirumala Devasom Medical College, nestled in Alappuzha, the land called the Venice of the East, is one of the premium medical institutions in Kerala. Like a stubborn and resilient plant, nurtured by the blood, sweat, and tears of bygone visionaries and stalwarts, the institution has come a long way from its inception in the year 1963 to its current status as one of the elite government medical colleges in Kerala. Affiliated with KUHS (Kerala University of Health Sciences), the institution offers merit-based IMC (Indian Medical Council) recognized medical and para-medical courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and superspecialty levels. The institution is under the administrative control of the Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Kerala.

General Medicine Department

Internal Medicine has always been the cornerstone of all medical institutions, remarkable in its diverse and fast-paced evolution, and refusing to fit into any traditional practice molds. The Department of Medicine in TDMCH, Alappuzha, is vibrantly alive and studded with regular academic activities like clinical programs, didactic lectures, symposiums, seminars, CMEs, and workshops. Entry to this Department as a resident is offered via the All-India NEET postgraduate exam and is highly sought after among the top-tier applicants. The Department, which is backed by a modern state-of-the-art laboratory and allied services, provides outpatient and inpatient health services to more than ten thousand people a month in collaboration with other allied specialties like cardiology, neurology, nephrology, medical gastroenterology, medical oncology, and Respiratory Medicine.

News

INFOMED ” The Monthly Scientific Feast -2 WILL BE ON APRIL 27 , 2024 , VENUE – Dr.R.K SHENOY HALL , TOPIC : APPROACH TO INTERSTITIAL LUNG DISEASE , SPEAKER – DR.SAILAL M , MD,DAM,DM CONSULTANT PULMONOLOGIST AND DIRECTOR SAI PRAYAG HOSPITAL , CHAIR – DR.LEGHA R ,PROF AND HOD OF TRAVANCORE MEDICAL COLLEGE KOLLAM

Exciting Launch of ‘INFOMED’: TDMC’s General Medicine Department to Host Monthly Scientific Program at Dr. R.K Shenoy Hall, Featuring Reputed Speakers from Various Medical Colleges and Hospitals on monthly basis . Event timings : 7-8 pm every month .Inaugural Event on March 23rd 2024″

Department of General Medicine Congratulates – Dr.Arya Krishna PG for Winning the second prize in Poster presentation conducted by Association of Physicians of India ( API ) 2024

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL MEDICINE TDMC THANKS EVERY PARTICIPANTS FOR THE GRAND SUCCESS OF CADENCE 2024″The Winter CME – Medicine Update: Translating Evidence into Practice” at Pagoda Resorts On January 7 th 2024

Most Excited News of The Year : CADENCE 2024″The Winter CME – Medicine Update: Translating Evidence into Practice” Set to Take Place at Pagoda Resorts Alappuzha,on January 7 th 2024, Organized by the General Medicine Department of Alappuzha. For Brochure and more details click the CME & RESEARCH tab in the website

World Diabetes Day Awareness function organized by Department of General Medicine was held on 14/11/2023. Inaugural speech was given by HOD Dr.Suresh Raghavan. Public awareness talk and quiz program was conducted .

Dr.Ibrahim M.D Senior Resident of General Medicine TDMC won the Third Prize in south Zone Badminton Tournament of KUHS .

Faculty Improvement Program class Organised by HOD .Dr.Suresh Ragavan . Seminar on chest pain was Taken by Former HOD of Medicine Dr.Unnikrishnan Kartha on 9/11/2023

SPECIAL OPD FOR DIABETES PATIENT : DIABETIC CLINIC OF TDMC HOSPITAL ALAPPUZHA FUNCTIONS ON EVERY TUESDAY 9.30 -11.30 AM

DIABETES CLINIC INAGURATION 2/11/2023 : DEPARMENT OF GENERAL MEDICINE ACHEIVES A NEW MILESTONE . DIABETES CLINIC OPENED IN TDMC MEDCIAL COLLEGE . VALIANT EFFORTS OF HOD DR. SURESH RAGHAVAN BEARS FRUIT. INAGURATION WAS DONE BY MR.H.SALAM MLA OF AMBALAPPUZHA AND SUPERINDENT OF TDMC DR. ABDUL SALAM

From the Desk of the HOD

Dr.Suresh Raghavan . MD, FIACM, FGSI, FRCP(LONDON), FRCP(GLASG), FRCP(EDIN).

Welcome to the official website of the Department of Internal Medicine, GTDMC,
Alappuzha!

Progress comes from knowledge. The Internal Medicine Department aims to impart an
immersive clarity of knowledge derived from basic clinical medicine. We are treating
people with utmost dignity by going beyond boundaries, with empathy and care. Our
passion is going that extra mile willingly for the purpose of adding knowledge and values to
our stakeholders.

Our integrity is doing the right things without any compromise, and we stress on improving
the health of community and in making elite well-trained physicians. GTDMC Medicine
Department has been paramount in producing numerous distinguished specialists in the
field of medicine.

At present, 19 faculty, 9 senior residents, and 48 junior residents, are serving the
department. We continuously scrutinize and improvise our services which include
computerized OPD, well-equipped medical wards, multi-disciplinary ICU, library for
postgraduates, laboratory, etc.

Our Department reach out to the community to provide a high standard of academic
activities, bedside clinical sessions, frequent assessment tests, seminars, and researches
to keep the flag flying high.

About Alappuzha

Alappuzha: A Serene Oasis of Backwaters and Beauty Nestled gracefully along the enchanting Malabar Coast of Kerala rests a captivating gem that beckons visitors with its tranquil backwaters, verdant foliage, and a rich tapestry of cultural heritage. Alappuzha affectionately known as Alleppey, a place where time adopts a leisurely pace and serenity fills the very air. This picturesque town, often hailed as the "Venice of the East," is a veritable paradise that harmonizes natural wonders, traditional allure, and an intimate glimpse into the unhurried essence of life in Kerala.Beyond the mesmerizing backwaters, Alappuzha unfolds a treasure trove of cultural and historical landmarks, each a testament to its illustrious past. But it is the warm and affable inhabitants of Alappuzha who truly bestow an indelible charm upon this locale. Their innate simplicity, genuine hospitality, and unwavering love for their homeland emanate effortlessly in every heartfelt interaction, leaving an indelible mark on all who cross their path.Moreover, Alappuzha boasts a remarkable distinction—the presence of its Medical College. Situated on the very banks of the backwaters and the shimmering beach, this institution stands as a beacon of medical excellence in a unique setting.Alappuzha's Medical College is renowned worldwide as the sole establishment of its kind, blessed with the serene beauty of its surroundings. Furthermore, it serves as a vital center for combating endemic diseases specific to Alappuzha, such as filariasis, Leptospirosis, Dengue fever, Scrub typhus, and Interstitial lung disease (also known as coir workers lung).