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About the department

Coimbatore Medical College, a distinguished institution in Tamil Nadu, houses a vibrant Department of Anatomy renowned for its cutting-edge facilities and commitment to medical education. The department boasts a spacious dissection hall, a well-equipped histology laboratory, and a unique museum showcasing rare dry and wet specimens. Actively engaging in academic and community initiatives, it hosts an annual CME for Anatomy Day, featuring Gross Anatomy posters and Histology presentations, while also organizing rallies to raise awareness about voluntary body donation. With a dedicated team comprising one professor (HOD in-charge), two associate professors, and five assistant professors, the department fosters excellence in teaching, research, and public service, solidifying its role as a cornerstone of medical learning.

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Dr. L. Madhan, MD, D-Diab

Head of the Department

Professor Dr. L. Madhan, MD, D-Diab, is the Head of the Department of Pharmacology at Coimbatore Medical College since March 1, 2021. With over 24 years of academic experience—spanning roles as Tutor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor—he plays a pivotal role in shaping the department. He serves as Member Secretary of both the Institutional Animal Ethics and Drug Committees, Pharmacologist in the Human Ethics Committee, and Coordinator for the Pharmacovigilance Centre and Causality Committee. As Nodal Officer for the District Residency Programme, Dr. Madhan actively advances medical education, research, and public health, notably delivering a session on “Pharmacovigilance Beyond ADR Monitoring” in 2023.

Faculties

C. Hannah Ueno
Assistant Professor
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Thomas Fred
Associate Professor
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Jennifer Aarons
Professor of Art
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Professors
Michael McGarvey
Professor of Literature
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Course Handling

Undergraduate

  • MBBS (2nd Year)
  • B.Sc Cardiology Technician
  • B.Sc Physician Assistant
  • B.Sc Dialysis Technician

Postgraduate

  • MD Pharmacology

Diploma

  • D.Pharmacy

Research and Publications

Ongoing research

The department is actively engaged in cutting-edge research, with ongoing studies including:

  1. Development of an experimental animal model of glaucoma in rabbit eyes using topical Bromfenac eye drops (Dr. L. Madhan, Dr. N. Preetha, Dr. R. Balasubramanian)

  2. Evaluation of the anxiolytic effect of Minocycline in Swiss albino mice (Dr. L. Madhan, Dr. R. Shivashankari)

  3. Comparison of Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin, and Atorvastatin in ameliorating liver fibrosis in a NASH rat model (Dr. L. Madhan, Dr. P. Hema, Dr. S. Nandhini)

  4. Evaluation of hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic effects of ethanolic leaf extract of Costus igneus in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats (Dr. L. Madhan, Dr. S. Anandhi, Dr. P. Shanthi)

  5. Evaluation of antidiabetic and hypolipidemic activity of ethanolic extract of Annona squamosa seeds in high-fat diet and streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats (Dr. L. Madhan, Dr. V. Tshema, Dr. V. ArunKokil

Publications

[1] L. Madhan, “SGLT2 inhibitor – Dapagliflozin induced dizziness – A case report,” J. Med. Sci., Dec. 2022. [Online]. Available: Index Copernicus, Medline.

[2] L. Madhan, “Canagliflozin induced euglycemic ketoacidosis in a 60-year-old diabetic male – A case report,” J. Med. Sci., Dec. 2022. [Online]. Available: Index Copernicus, Medline.

[3] L. Madhan, “SGLT2 inhibitor – Dapagliflozin induced perineal soft tissue infection – A case report,” J. Med. Sci., Apr. 2023. [Online]. Available: Index Copernicus.

[4] P. Hema, “A clinical study of diabetic foot ulcer and its outcome based on drug treatment in a tertiary care teaching hospital,” [Online]. Available: Google Scholar, Index Copernicus, Indian Citation Index, International Scientific Indexing, Medline.

[5] S. Anandhi and P. Shanthi, “A comparative study between Misoprostol combined with Oxytocin versus Oxytocin alone in reducing postpartum blood loss,” J. Med. Sci. Res., vol. 12, no. 1, pp. 57–61, Nov. 2023. [Online]. Available: DOAJ, Index Copernicus.

Achievments

Faculties

  • Prof. Dr. L. Madhan: Delivered a talk on “Pharmacovigilance Beyond ADR Monitoring” on September 12, 2023.

  • Dr. N. Preetha (Associate Professor): Conducted a sensitization program on ADR reporting at RVS Padmavathi Ammal College of Pharmacy on October 28, 2024.

Students

  • Dr. S. Vinodhini:

    • First Prize in Oral Paper Presentation at ASPIRE, SRMC, Chennai

    • Second Prize for Awareness Poster at ASPIRE, SRMC, Chennai

Events and Services

Academic events

The department has conducted numerous academic events, including:

  • CBME curriculum-based teaching-learning programs

  • Case-based learning sessions

  • Computer-assisted learning workshops

  • Simulation-based teaching

  • Skill training programs

  • Objective Structured Practical Examinations

  • Seminars and journal club presentations

  • Small group discussions

  • Awareness programs (IEC activities)

  • Postgraduate training programs

  • Integrated teaching sessions

  • District residency programs

  • Case discussions, protocol writing, drug screening, and drug assays

  • Research workshops and conferences

  • Pharmacovigilance and ADR reporting initiatives

Community Services

The department plays a vital role in public health through:

  • Pharmacovigilance Program: Encourages reporting of suspected Adverse Drug Reactions, with 3,095 ADRs reported from 2015 to 2025, enhancing patient safety.

  • Drug Information Services: Provides guidance on medication use.

  • Rational Drug Use and Prescription Pattern Analysis: Promotes evidence-based prescribing.

  • Institutional Drug Committee: Oversees drug-related policies.

  • Antibiotic Stewardship Programme: Implements the Institutional Antibiotic Policy to combat antimicrobial resistance.

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