Post Graduate committee

Sub: Formation of Academic Cell for Post-Graduate Training Programme

As per PGMSR 2023 Chapter II, Section 5.2 (iv)

Order No.: JMMC&RI/PRL/PA/202506029

In compliance with the Postgraduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) Regulations 2023. particularly Chapter-II, Clause 5.2 (iv), and in order to ensure effective monitoring, implementation, and quality assurance of post-graduate training programmes, an Academic Cell is hereby constituted at [Name of the Medical College/Institution] with immediate effect.

Composition of the Academic Cell:

  • Dr.Bins M John – Professor, General Medicine   –   Chairman

  • Dr.Cherish Paul – Professor & HOD, Critical Care Medicine   –   Member Secretary

  • Dr.Ashok Ninan Ommen – Professor & HOD, General Surgery   –   Member

  • Dr.Joe Thomas – Professor &  HoD, Community Medicine   –   Member

  • Dr. Chithra Valsan – Professor & HOD, Microbiology   –   Member

Responsibilities of the Academic Cell:

  •  To monitor the implementation of the structured training programme in all postgraduate specialities
  •  To ensure the quality and compliance of training programmes as mandated by PGMEB.
  • To oversee adherence to thesis submission timelines and e-log book maintenance.
  • To periodically review and update the training programme as per curriculum requirements.
  • To assist in organizing academic activities such as seminars, journal clubs, clinical case discussions, grand rounds, and CPCs.
  • To support the integration of teaching and training for undergraduate students by involvingpostgraduate trainees.
  • To submit periodic reports on training programme status to the Principal/Dean for further communication with regulatory authorities.

This Academic Cell will function under the direct supervision of the Principal and is empowered to coordinate with departmental heads and postgraduate guides to ensure effective delivery of academic training.