All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur

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All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur (AIIMS Nagpur) is one of the healthcare institutions established under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) initiative by the Government of India. It aims to correct regional imbalances in quality tertiary level healthcare in the country and attain self-sufficiency in graduate and postgraduate medical education. AIIMS Nagpur, like its sister institutions, strives to offer high standards of medical education and is equipped to carry out research and provide specialty and super-specialty treatment.

History[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Nagpur was established as part of the efforts to enhance the facilities for medical education in the country. It was inaugurated to provide the population with improved healthcare facilities and to train medical students with the latest practices in medicine and surgery. The institution is designed to reduce the shortage of doctors in the region and to set benchmarks in medical education and research.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The campus of AIIMS Nagpur is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure to facilitate medical education, research, and patient care. It includes modern lecture halls, laboratories, libraries, and hospitals with advanced medical equipment. The campus is designed to be student-friendly and focuses on creating an environment conducive to learning and professional development.

Academics[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Nagpur offers undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD/MS), and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs in various medical and surgical disciplines. The curriculum is designed to be dynamic, incorporating the latest developments in medical science and technology. The institute places a strong emphasis on research, encouraging students and faculty to engage in cutting-edge research projects that contribute to the advancement of medical science.

Admissions[edit | edit source]

Admission to the undergraduate MBBS program at AIIMS Nagpur is through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). For postgraduate courses, candidates are required to clear the Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI-CET). The selection process is highly competitive, aiming to admit students with excellent academic records and potential.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Nagpur is equipped with a range of facilities to support its educational, research, and healthcare activities. These include a fully functional hospital that provides free healthcare services to patients, advanced research laboratories, a well-stocked library with access to the latest medical journals and books, and comfortable accommodation for students and faculty.

Community Services[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Nagpur is committed to serving the community through various outreach programs. It conducts regular health camps, awareness programs, and provides healthcare services to the underprivileged sections of society. The institution also collaborates with government and non-government organizations for public health initiatives.

Future Prospects[edit | edit source]

AIIMS Nagpur is poised for significant expansion in terms of infrastructure, academic programs, and healthcare services. The institution aims to become a center of excellence in medical education, research, and patient care, contributing significantly to the healthcare sector in India and beyond.

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