Contribution to MBBS

The broad goal of the undergraduate medical microbiology curriculum is to explore host-parasite relationships and immune mechanisms, microbial flora and its importance in health and disease, pathogenesis of common infections including opportunistic pathogens, tests for laboratory diagnosis to support clinical diagnosis, choice of antimicrobial agents for treatment, methods of infection prevention and control and practice of biomedical waste disposal. Bringing about awareness of National Health Programmes for the prevention of communicable diseases is another goal of the department.

Elective Programme

The department provides elective opportunities for specific subject areas on short term basis under oversees elective program.

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