Overview
The Department of Physiology at Government Medical College, Tiruppur is committed to delivering high-quality undergraduate medical education through innovative teaching methods, well-equipped laboratories, and experienced faculty. The department plays a vital role in building a strong foundation in basic medical sciences for First MBBS students.
Vision
To be a center of excellence in Physiology Education, Research, and Clinical Integration, fostering competent, ethical, and compassionate medical graduates who contribute effectively to healthcare delivery and societal well-being.
Mission
- To provide strong foundational knowledge in human physiology through innovative, student-centered teaching–learning methods
- To integrate basic medical sciences with clinical practice through early clinical exposure and problem-based learning
- To promote research culture among undergraduate students and faculty in basic medical sciences
- To nurture professionalism, ethics, and effective communication skills in accordance with AETCOM principles
- To encourage holistic development of students through academic, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities
| S.NO | NAME | QUALIFICATION | DESIGNATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. P. Sumathi, M.D. | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Professor & Head |
| 2. | Dr. K. Latha | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Associate Professor |
| 3. | Dr. V. Vengadesh Prabhu | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Assistant Professors |
| 4. | Dr. K. Ganesh | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Assistant Professors |
| 5. | Dr. D. Thenmozhi | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Assistant Professors |
| 5. | Dr. S. Subhashini | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Senior Resident |
| 5. | Dr. S. Sathishkumar | MD PHYSIOLOGY | Senior Resident |
The department has five well-equipped laboratories, each capable of accommodating 80 students
- Hematology Laboratory
- Clinical Physiology Laboratory
- Amphibian Laboratory
- Mammalian Laboratory
- Research Laboratory
Hematology Laboratory:
Used by First MBBS students to perform essential hematological investigations such as RBC count, WBC count, DLC, hemoglobin estimation, and blood grouping.
Clinical Physiology & Mammalian Laboratories:
Utilized for practical training related General Examination and Clinical examination of cardiovascular, respiratory, abdomen and nervous system examinations.
Research Laboratory:
Equipped with advanced instruments including Polygraph, Spirometer, Perimeter, Physiograph, and Ergometer. Undergraduate students and faculty are encouraged to actively participate in research activities.
Demonstration Room:
A modern demonstration room with a seating capacity of 75 students, supported by audio-visual aids, is used for:
- Practical and clinical demonstrations
- Small group teaching
- Case-based discussions
Departmental Library:
The department maintains a library with around 100 textbooks in physiology and related clinical subjects for student and faculty reference.
Teaching–Learning Methods:
Each academic year, 100 undergraduate students are trained using diverse and student-centric teaching approaches, including::
- Interactive lectures with AV aids
- Practical training (Hematology, Clinical Examination, OSPE & OSCE)
- Small group teaching
- Self-directed learning
- Integrated teaching
- Early clinical exposure
- Case-based learning
- Students Symposium
- Role-play and AETCOM sessions
- Formative and summative assessments
The department has consistently achieved 100% pass results in the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University examinations for four consecutive academic years from 2021 to 2025
The Department of Physiology conducts an annual intra-college Physiology Quiz Competition for First MBBS students. Based on their performance, selected students represent the college in state-level undergraduate academic competitions.
State-Level Student Participation:
- 2021-22 Batch:
3 First MBBS students participated in the Undergraduate Physiology Quiz Competition at Government Medical College, Sivagangai. - 2022-23 Batch:
* 6 First MBBS students participated in the Undergraduate Physiology Quiz Competition at Government Medical College, Thiruvallur.
* 4 First MBBS students represented the college in the E-Concept Mapping Competition at KMCH Institute of Health Science & Research, Coimbatore. - 2023-24 Batch:
6 First MBBS students participated in the Undergraduate Physiology Quiz Competition at Government Medical College, Tiruvannamalai. - 2024-25 Batch:
3 First MBBS students participated in the Undergraduate Physiology Quiz Competition at Government Medical College, Virudhunagar.
3 students (1st year MBBS, 2021 batch) participated and represented our college at the state level undergraduate quiz competition held at Government Medical College, Sivagangai. 6 students (1st year MBBS, 2022 batch) participated and represented our college at the state level undergraduate quiz competition (NEXUS’23) held at Government Medical College, Thiruvallur. 4 students (1st year MBBS, 2022 batch) represented our college in state level E-Concept Mapping competition held at KMCH Institute of Health Science & Research, Coimbatore (EMOTICON’23).