All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) is one of the leading public medical schools in India. Established under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), AIIMS Bhubaneswar is a part of the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) group, aimed at correcting regional imbalances in quality tertiary level healthcare in the country and attaining self-sufficiency in graduate and postgraduate medical education. AIIMS Bhubaneswar, like its sister institutions, operates autonomously under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India).

History[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Bhubaneswar was officially established in 2012, following the enactment of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (Amendment) Bill, 2012. This legislation amended the original Act of 1956, allowing for the establishment of new AIIMS institutions across India to promote a higher standard of medical education.

Campus[edit | edit source]

Located in Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, AIIMS Bhubaneswar's campus spans a vast area, equipped with modern infrastructure and facilities. The campus includes a hospital, medical college, nursing college, student and faculty residences, and administrative buildings. The design and architecture of the campus incorporate energy-efficient and environmentally friendly practices.

Academics[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Bhubaneswar offers undergraduate courses such as Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing), and several postgraduate courses including Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS). The institute also offers super-specialty courses and doctoral programs in various fields of medical science.

Hospital[edit | edit source]

The AIIMS Bhubaneswar hospital is a tertiary care health center with advanced medical facilities and services. It serves as a critical referral hospital for the state of Odisha and nearby regions. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art medical technologies and offers a wide range of clinical services to patients. It also serves as a practical training ground for the institute's medical and nursing students.

Research[edit | edit source]

Research is a core component of AIIMS Bhubaneswar's mission. The institute conducts extensive research in medical and health sciences, including clinical research, biomedical research, and translational research. It collaborates with national and international research institutions and organizations to advance medical science and improve healthcare outcomes.

Outreach and Community Services[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Bhubaneswar is committed to serving the community through various outreach programs. These include health camps, awareness programs, and mobile medical units that provide healthcare services to underserved populations in rural and urban areas. The institute also plays a pivotal role in disaster response and management in the region.

Challenges and Future Directions[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Bhubaneswar faces challenges common to many public healthcare institutions in India, including managing patient overload, ensuring quality healthcare delivery, and addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals. The institute is continuously working on expanding its infrastructure, enhancing its academic and research capabilities, and improving healthcare services to meet these challenges.

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