S Nijalingappa Medical College was established on 2002 and is one of the growing educational institutions in the state.
S Nijalingappa Medical College was established on 2002 and is one of the growing educational institutions in the state. The college was formed with the objective of imparting quality education in the field of medical sciences. It is affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS). The course is offered with the approval of Medical Council of India. The institute offers UG and PG courses in the field of medicine and surgery. The Hospital and the Medical College were shifted to the new campus in 2004.
The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is an undergraduate degree program for those who aspire to become doctors and practice medicine. The Course involves subjects like anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and introduction to community medicine.
Para-clinical phase Covers subjects such as pathology, microbiology, pharmacology, and forensic medicine. Clinical phase involves clinical postings in various departments like medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, psychiatry, and more. Students gain practical exposure to patient care during this phase. After completing the academic curriculum, students undergo a mandatory internship or residency program where they work under the supervision of experienced doctors to gain hands-on experience. The College has modern classrooms equipped with audio-visual aids and well-equipped laboratories for practical training in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, microbiology, etc. The college offers a fleet of Omni-buses that shuttle between the many strategic points in the city.
