Program Overview

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Introduction to Kasturba Medical College

Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, was established in 1953 as the country's first self-financing medical college. The College consistently ranks amongst the top ten medical colleges in the country and is recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) / the erstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI).

MBBS Program Highlights

The MBBS course, as per the new CBME curriculum, is a four-and-a-half-year course along with one year of the compulsory rotating internship course. The program starts with a foundation course extending for a month. There is early clinical exposure in the first year itself. The College conducts theory classes and clinical training according to NMC guidelines. The curriculum includes:

• Clinical case presentation
• Bench side diagnostic training
• Emergency stat lab posting
• Research mentoring
• Didactic lectures
• Self-directed learning modules
• Team-based learning sessions
• Problem-solving session
• Interactive tests
• Electives as per CBME

MBBS Course Focus

The program focuses on Pre-clinical (Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry), Para-clinical (Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine) and Clinical (Oto-rhino-laryngology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Pediatrics, General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Radiology, Anaesthesiology) subjects. There will be horizontal and vertical integration in every phase of teaching. It will also be transformed into a credit system to help students. Electives and skills modules are incorporated into the curriculum. To improve the soft skills and effective communication among our students, AETCOM modules have been implemented across various phases as mandated by NMC.

International Partnerships

To underscore global credentials, KMC Manipal has collaborated with international universities across the globe for student exchange programs, research, and academic purposes. These collaborations are effective in deepening the knowledge and skills of our students and faculty. Some of the international universities include:

• Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam
• King's College, London
• The University of New Brunswick, Canada
• The University of Lille, France
• The University of Mississippi, USA
• Ochsner Clinic Foundation, USA

Opportunities for MBBS Electives

Students from KMC, Manipal, are pursuing electives in several top universities of international countries. Electives are offered to students in the final year of medical studies who are in good academic and professional standing, meeting the requirements and prerequisites of the requested elective(s). Some of the international universities offering electives include:

• Yale School of Medicine, New Haven
• Weil Cornell School of Medicine
• McGill University, Canada
• Flinders University, Australia
• Boston University School of Medicine, Boston

Kasturba Medical College Infrastructure Highlights

KMC, Manipal boasts of an entire block of air-conditioned classrooms 'Interact' which are fully equipped with Wi-Fi and state-of-the-art audio-visual system along with live video capturing system 'Impartus'. The E-learning management portal assists students in accessing the class presentations, participating in an online quiz during the class using clickers, submitting self-directed and case-based learning assignments.

MBBS Clinical Exposure at Kasturba Hospital

KMC, Manipal is attached to a 2,032-bed teaching hospital for hands-on clinical exposure to the students. The hospital is one of the largest in the region, with best-in-class medical facilities. The hospital also has community outreach programs that provide additional clinical experience to students.

Research Excellence Across Various Medicine Disciplines

KMC is involved in research activities across various disciplines of medicine. Research facilities such as the Central Research Laboratory (with a dedicated Embryology Laboratory, Genetics Laboratory, and Enteric Division), Centre for Inborn Errors of Metabolism, and Centre for Molecular Neurosciences are part of the research infrastructure available to the students and faculty.

Mentored Student Projects

Students are encouraged to take up short-time research projects, ICMR projects, mentored by faculties, and present their research findings at various national and international conferences. Financial support to students in the form of scholarships (KMC STS) is provided.

Research Support for Undergraduate

Regular Workshops on research methodology, biostatistics, epidemiology, ethics, biosafety best practices, and manuscript preparation-publication for undergraduate and postgraduate students. KMC, Manipal supports and encourages students to participate in national and international conferences and present research papers.

Kasturba Medical College: Recognitions / Accreditations

Recognized by the National Medical Commission of India, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited the Manipal Academy of Higher Education, of which KMC, Manipal is a constituent unit. KMC, Manipal is also certified for ISO 9001:2015 and EMS 14001:2015 standards.

KMC Rankings in Top MBBS College

KMC, Manipal has been ranked among the top medical colleges in India by various ranking agencies, including:

• 2 among the Private Medical Colleges in India (Source: India Today Magazine, 2020)
• 3 among the Top Medical Colleges in India 2020 (Source: Careers 360)
• 8 among the Top 25 Medical Colleges in India (Source: Outlook Magazine, 2020)
• 9 among the Medical Colleges in India (Source: NIRF, 2020)
• 9 among the Top 25 Medical Colleges in India (Source: The Week Magazine, 2020)
• 351-400 in QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2020 & 2021

Opportunities after MBBS

After completing this course, students get to work in the capacities of a General Physician, medical officer, and pursue postgraduate studies and clinical research. There is an opportunity to join the MBBS PhD program. Apart from this, a career guidance cell will help students appear for foreign board exams and provide insight into various alternative career options after MBBS.

Miscellaneous Activities at KMC, Manipal

Many student-run clubs and committees conduct various activities throughout the year engaging students academically and bringing out their creative and leadership qualities. Some of these clubs include:

• CUTTING EDGE- Student Surgical Society
• THE EDITORIAL BOARD
• STUDENT RESEARCH FORUM

Other Programs Offered

KMC, Manipal offers various other programs, including:

• MD Doctor of Medicine
• MS Master of Surgery
• M.Sc. Clinical Embryology
• M.Sc. Forensic Science
• Fellowship in various specialties
• Short Term Courses
• MBBS/MD/MS/DM/MCh Integrated PhD

Program Details

The following programs are offered by KMC, Manipal:

• B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering
• MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
• M.Sc (Reproductive Genetics)
• M.Sc. Genetic Counseling
• M.Sc. Reproductive and Developmental Biology
• MD - Doctor of Medicine
• MD-PhD; MS-PhD Program
• MS - Master of Surgery
• MSc Forensic Science
• MSc Clinical Embryology
• MSc Medical Courses
• MPhil Psychiatric Social Work
• Fellowship in various specialties
• Super Specialty programs, including DM and MCh
• Short Term Courses, including Observership in Surgical Oncology