Medical colleges in Union territories

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Medical Colleges in Union Territories[edit | edit source]

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Medical colleges in Union Territories play a crucial role in providing quality medical education and training to aspiring doctors. These institutions are responsible for producing competent healthcare professionals who can contribute to the healthcare system of the country. In this article, we will explore the various medical colleges located in the Union Territories of India.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands[edit | edit source]

1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands Institute of Medical Sciences: Located in Port Blair, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Institute of Medical Sciences is a premier medical college in the Union Territory. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in various medical disciplines.

Chandigarh[edit | edit source]

1. Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh: Established in 1991, the Government Medical College and Hospital in Chandigarh is a renowned medical institution. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in medicine and allied sciences.

2. Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research: The Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) is a prestigious medical college and research institute in Chandigarh. It offers various medical courses and is known for its high-quality education and research facilities.

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu[edit | edit source]

1. Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital and Medical College: Located in Silvassa, the Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital and Medical College is the only medical college in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It offers undergraduate courses in medicine and allied sciences.

Delhi[edit | edit source]

1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi is one of the most prestigious medical colleges in India. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various medical disciplines.

2. Maulana Azad Medical College: Established in 1956, Maulana Azad Medical College is a premier medical institution in Delhi. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in medicine, nursing, and allied sciences.

Lakshadweep[edit | edit source]

1. Indira Gandhi Hospital and Research Centre: Located in Kavaratti, the Indira Gandhi Hospital and Research Centre is the only medical college in Lakshadweep. It offers undergraduate courses in medicine and allied sciences.

Puducherry[edit | edit source]

1. Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research: The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) is a renowned medical college and research institute in Puducherry. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in medicine and allied sciences.

2. Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute: Established in 2001, the Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute is a prominent medical college in Puducherry. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in medicine, nursing, and allied sciences.

These are some of the notable medical colleges in the Union Territories of India. They play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare professionals and contribute significantly to the healthcare system of the country.

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