Tipu Sultan Unani Medical College

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Tipu Sultan Unani Medical College

Tipu Sultan Unani Medical College is a renowned educational institution located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. It is dedicated to the study and practice of Unani medicine, a traditional system of medicine that originated in ancient Greece and was later adopted and developed by the Arabs and Persians. The college is named after Tipu Sultan, the famous ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore, who was known for his patronage of education and medicine.

History[edit | edit source]

Tipu Sultan Unani Medical College was established in the year 1993 with the aim of promoting and preserving the knowledge and practice of Unani medicine. The college is affiliated to the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and is recognized by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM). It offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Unani medicine, as well as diploma courses in various specialized fields.

Campus and Facilities[edit | edit source]

The college campus is spread over a sprawling area and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to provide a conducive learning environment for students. The campus includes well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, a library, a herbal garden, and a hospital. The hospital attached to the college provides healthcare services to the local community and serves as a training ground for students to gain practical experience in diagnosing and treating patients.

Courses Offered[edit | edit source]

Tipu Sultan Unani Medical College offers the following courses:

  • Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS): A five and a half year undergraduate program that includes one year of compulsory internship.
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Unani Medicine: A three-year postgraduate program that provides advanced knowledge and specialization in various branches of Unani medicine.
  • Diploma courses: The college also offers diploma courses in fields such as Unani pharmacy, Unani nursing, and Unani laboratory technology.

Notable Features[edit | edit source]

The college is known for its emphasis on research and innovation in the field of Unani medicine. It has a dedicated research wing that conducts studies on various aspects of Unani medicine, including the efficacy of traditional remedies, the development of new formulations, and the integration of modern medical techniques with Unani principles.

The college also actively participates in community outreach programs, organizing health camps and awareness campaigns to promote the benefits of Unani medicine among the general public. It collaborates with other healthcare institutions and organizations to exchange knowledge and expertise, and to contribute to the overall development of the field.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD