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Neurosurgery at Kasturba Medical College: Past, present and future
Girish Menon1, Rajesh Nair1, I K Laskhman1
1Department of Neurosurgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
Neurology India
|September 8, 2017
Summary
Kasturba Medical College
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Education
- Healthcare Services
Background:
- Established in 1968, the Department of Neurosurgery at Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, is a premier institution in coastal Karnataka.
- It serves a vast population of over 4 million across a 350 km stretch of the southwest coast of India.
Observation:
- The department has a rich history, overcoming initial challenges to achieve continuous growth and significant milestones.
- It has consistently provided high-quality neurosurgical services, becoming a leading referral center in the region.
Findings:
- This review details the department's origin, development, and key achievements.
- It also outlines the current focus and future development plans for the Department of Neurosurgery at KMC.
Implications:
- The department's legacy and ongoing development contribute to advancing neurosurgical care and education in coastal Karnataka.
- Understanding its trajectory offers insights into the growth of specialized medical departments in India.