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GITAM Hospital & GIMSR: Excellence in Healthcare & Medical Education

Established in 2010, GITAM Hospital is a leading multi-specialty healthcare center with 850+ beds, 300+ specialists, and 15 operation theatres (11 major, 4 minor), providing comprehensive medical care under one roof. It features specialized units like ICU, SICU, NICU, Burns ICU, and Acute Medical Care, along with 24/7 Central La

boratories and a cutting-edge Radiology Department equipped with a 128-slice CT scanner, 1.5T Siemens MRI, and advanced X-ray and ultrasound systems. With round-the-clock ambulance services and expert medical professionals, GITAM Hospital stands as a trusted name in healthcare excellence. GIMSR, established in 2015, is the first deemed medical college in Andhra Pradesh, offering UG and PG programs in 12 clinical and 2 para-clinical disciplines. Located within the scenic GITAM (Deemed to be University) campus in Visakhapatnam, it provides a vibrant learning environment for 600+ medical students. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced research linkages, and modern amenities, GIMSR nurtures the next generation of medical professionals, ensuring excellence in education and healthcare.

Healthy hair begins with the right informationHair washing is often misunderstood as a cause of hair loss, but as Dr. K....
28/08/2026

Healthy hair begins with the right information

Hair washing is often misunderstood as a cause of hair loss, but as Dr. K. Haritha, Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, GIMSR, explains, regular and appropriate hair washing does not cause hair loss. Understanding the difference between normal shedding, hair breakage, and persistent hair loss can help people make better choices about scalp and hair care.

Dr. Haritha’s expert insights on healthy hair care and common hair loss myths were recently featured in The Indian Express, bringing evidence-based dermatological guidance to a wider audience. Her contribution reflects the role of GIMSR’s faculty in translating clinical expertise into accessible healthcare awareness for the community.

At GIMSR, we remain committed to taking informed, evidence-based healthcare beyond the hospital and into everyday conversations that can make a difference to people’s health.

Advancing aesthetic dermatology through hands-on training and clinical expertise.The Department of Dermatology, Venereol...
26/08/2026

Advancing aesthetic dermatology through hands-on training and clinical expertise.

The Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy DVL, GIMSR, successfully conducted a two-day Advanced Laser & Aesthetic Dermatology Hands-on Training Programme. The programme brought together expert faculty, postgraduate trainees, and clinicians for focused learning in advanced aesthetic dermatology.

Expert faculty from Mumbai, Dr. Harsh Shah, Dr. Neelam Vinodkumar, and Dr. Ani Roselin Rayen, conducted lectures, live demonstrations, and hands-on sessions covering Q-switched Nd laser, Fractional CO₂ laser, MNRF, laser hair removal, carbon peel, laser toning, botulinum toxin injections for rhytides, and non-ablative RF for skin tightening. Postgraduate trainees from GIMSR, Andhra Medical College, Gayatri Medical College, and NRI Medical College actively participated, gaining practical exposure to contemporary aesthetic procedures.

The programme reflects GIMSR’s commitment to advanced clinical training, interdisciplinary academic engagement, and strengthening practical skills in emerging areas of dermatology. We thank Dr. Gitanjali Batmanabane, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dr. K. Satya Vara Prasad, Medical Superintendent, Dr. G. Sambasiva Rao, Principal, and Dr. Karthik, Head of Operations, for their continued encouragement and support.

Every eye donation can bring someone closer to the gift of sight.The Department of Ophthalmology, GIMSR, conducted an aw...
25/08/2026

Every eye donation can bring someone closer to the gift of sight.

The Department of Ophthalmology, GIMSR, conducted an awareness programme highlighting the importance of eye donation and the urgent need to address corneal blindness. Dr. G. Sambasiva Rao, Principal, Dr. K. Satya Vara Prasad, Medical Superintendent, and Dr. Vamsi Krishna, Deputy Superintendent, attended the programme and encouraged the department’s continued efforts to promote eye donation awareness.

Dr. V. V. L. Narasimha Rao, Head of the Department of Ophthalmology, emphasized the need for greater community participation in eye donation and encouraged spreading awareness across society. Dr. K. V. V. Satyanarayana and Dr. N. Suhasini, Professors, highlighted that increasing eye donations can play a crucial role in reducing the burden of corneal blindness.

The programme also highlighted GIMSR’s upcoming participation in the Jeevandan programme, with organ transplant services expected to commence shortly. The initiative reflects GIMSR’s commitment to extending healthcare beyond clinical services and creating greater awareness around organ and eye donation.

Strengthening interdisciplinary learning in the diagnosis and management of Systemic Sclerosis.The Department of DVL, GI...
19/08/2026

Strengthening interdisciplinary learning in the diagnosis and management of Systemic Sclerosis.

The Department of DVL, GIMSR, organised a guest lecture on Systemic Sclerosis delivered by Dr. Naga Mounika Kothapalli, M.D., D.M., CMC Vellore, Clinical Immunologist and Rheumatologist, KIMS Hospital, Visakhapatnam. The session covered the cutaneous and systemic manifestations of the disease, management of major systemic complications, and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

The session brought together faculty and residents from Dermatology and General Medicine, followed by interactive case discussions that enabled participants to apply their clinical learning. The programme concluded with clinical examination of patients with systemic sclerosis and a dermoscopic demonstration of nail fold capillaries at the DVL OPD, providing valuable clinical correlation between theory and practice.

The session reflected GIMSR’s continued emphasis on interdisciplinary academic learning, clinical exposure, and strengthening diagnostic and patient care skills among healthcare professionals.

Most Affordable Health Check-up Packages in VizagYour health deserves a check-up before it becomes a concern.Explore GIT...
18/08/2026

Most Affordable Health Check-up Packages in Vizag

Your health deserves a check-up before it becomes a concern.

Explore GITAM Hospital’s Preventive Health Check-up Packages, starting from ₹1,999, with savings of up to ₹2,900 on selected packages.

From heart and diabetes screening to Women’s Health, Senior Citizen, Nutrition and Vitamin check-ups, there’s a package for every age and health need.

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Strengthening MedTech innovation through clinical insight and institutional collaboration.GITAM Institute of Medical Sci...
17/08/2026

Strengthening MedTech innovation through clinical insight and institutional collaboration.

GITAM Institute of Medical Sciences and Research GIMSR was represented by Dr. Hyandavi Balla, Dr. Raghu Chanakya, and Mr. Arun Narayan Borra at the two-day MCIC Orientation Session organised by Blockchain for Impact BFI.

The orientation provided valuable insights into strengthening MedTech incubation within medical institutions, with a focus on translating clinical needs and prototypes into validated, regulatory-ready, and market-ready healthcare solutions. The sessions highlighted the importance of connecting clinical expertise with innovation, technology, and healthcare ecosystems.

GIMSR appreciates BFI’s NAMAH programme for creating a collaborative platform that supports MedTech development, institutional innovation, and meaningful healthcare impact.

17/08/2026

Many families. One community. A healthcare connection that goes beyond the hospital.

Through GIMSR’s Family Adoption Programme, medical students have been closely connected with families in the surrounding community, regularly visiting their homes, monitoring health conditions, providing preventive health guidance, and helping families understand when timely medical care is needed. From identifying conditions such as hypertension and diabetes to supporting families through ongoing health concerns, these visits bring healthcare closer to the people who need it.

The programme also helps address financial barriers through the GITAM Health Card, providing eligible families with financial assistance towards medicines, investigations, and healthcare services. For many families, this support provides greater confidence in seeking timely medical care without financial concerns becoming a barrier.

With three core objectives, bridging gaps in healthcare, extending GIMSR’s quality healthcare to the surrounding community, and addressing socioeconomic barriers to care, the Family Adoption Programme reflects GITAM’s commitment to community health. It is not just about providing healthcare, but about building trust, understanding communities, and ensuring that care reaches people where they live.

Palliative care is about more than managing illness; it is about providing comfort, dignity, compassion, and holistic ca...
13/08/2026

Palliative care is about more than managing illness; it is about providing comfort, dignity, compassion, and holistic care throughout the patient’s journey.

The Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, GITAM Institute of Nursing, organized a Module-based Training on Palliative Care for 4th Semester B.Sc. Nursing students on 3rd and 4th August 2026, combining expert-led academic sessions with hands-on clinical training.

The module covered the history, concepts, and importance of palliative care, conventional versus palliative care, ethical aspects, communication, management of extreme emotions, symptom management, death and dying, and end-of-life care.

Sessions were delivered by experts from Palliative Medicine, Psychiatry, Critical Care, and Nursing, including Dr. Karanvir Singh, Dr. Abhilash Garapati, Mrs. Thanuja Rathore, Dr. A. Praveena, and Ms. Ch. Kavitha.

The programme also featured six hands-on skill stations in Colostomy Care, Wound Care, Bladder Care, Tracheostomy Care, Lymphedema Management, and Nasogastric Tube Management, enabling students to strengthen their practical skills and confidence in palliative nursing care.

The training emphasized compassion, dignity, effective communication, symptom management, and patient-centred care, preparing future nurses to provide sensitive and comprehensive support to patients with serious and life-limiting illnesses.

Dermoscopy is an important diagnostic tool that helps clinicians examine skin lesions and identify subtle clinical patte...
13/08/2026

Dermoscopy is an important diagnostic tool that helps clinicians examine skin lesions and identify subtle clinical patterns with greater precision.

The Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology (DVL), GIMSR, organized an insightful guest lecture on “Dermoscopy Basics and Practical Tips” for DVL postgraduate residents and faculty.

The session was delivered by Dr. Gopal Singh Rajput, Associate Professor, Naval Hospital Sanjivani, Kochi, Kerala, and Member, Special Interest Group, IADVL. The interactive session covered the fundamentals of dermoscopy, practical clinical tips, key trichoscopic findings, and nail bed visualization techniques.

The session provided postgraduate students and faculty with valuable practical insights into Dermoscopy, Trichoscopy, and Onychoscopy, strengthening their understanding of these important diagnostic approaches in dermatology.

Early initiation of breastfeeding within the first hour of birth provides newborns with essential colostrum, immunity, a...
12/08/2026

Early initiation of breastfeeding within the first hour of birth provides newborns with essential colostrum, immunity, and a healthy start in life.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, GIMSR, conducted a Breastfeeding Awareness Program at the Gynaecology OPD on 6 August 2026, reaching 150 patients, and at the UHC on 8 August 2026, reaching 30 patients, to promote awareness about the importance and correct practices of breastfeeding.

Patient Education: Mothers and expecting patients were counselled on exclusive breastfeeding, proper latching, feeding positions, and common lactation challenges.

Interactive Doubt Clearing Session: Patients discussed concerns related to milk supply, feeding frequency, hygiene, and managing breastfeeding alongside daily routines.

Early Initiation of Breastfeeding, Antenatal & Intrapartum Care Link: A special focus was placed on educating patients about how good antenatal and intrapartum care directly improves breastfeeding outcomes. Patients were counselled on the critical importance of initiating breastfeeding within the "Golden Hour", i.e., within one hour of delivery, and were clearly advised against delaying the first feed beyond this window.

Skit Performance by OBGY Doctors: An engaging skit highlighted the significance of breastfeeding, the risks of artificial top-up feeds, the importance of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, and how artificial top ups can interfere with natural breastfeeding.

Distribution of Essentials: Muslin cloths were distributed to new and expecting mothers to promote hygienic and comfortable breastfeeding practices, along with light snacks during the session.

Outreach: The programme covered both the Gynaecology OPD and UHC, ensuring a wider group of patients benefited from the awareness drive.

Impact: The programme received an overwhelmingly positive response, with patients appreciating the informative counselling and relatable skit. The initiative reinforced the importance of early breastfeeding and appropriate infant feeding practices for better maternal and newborn health.

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