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KIMS INSTITUTE OF POSTGRADUATION |
KIMS INSTITUTE OF
ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES |
SOCOMER |
RESEARCH PROGRAMMES |
KIMS COLLEGE OF NURSING |
KIMS SCHOOL OF NURSING | |
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| KIMS INSTITUTE OF POSTGRADUATION |
THE NATIONAL BOARD OF EXAMINATIONS
The well accredited Diplomate of National Board programme is offered at KIMS in nine specialties. MBBS holders with CET score are given admissions on the basis of merit and interview. |
| No |
Specialty |
Eligibility |
Duration |
No.of seats |
Course Commencement |
| 1 |
Cardiology |
MD |
3 years |
1 |
January |
| 2 |
Radiology |
DMRD, MBBS, CET (Pass) |
3 years |
2 |
June-July |
| 3 |
Peadiatrics |
DCH, MBBS, CET(Pass) |
3 years |
4 |
January |
| 4 |
Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
DGO, MBBS, CET (Pass) |
3 years |
4 |
January |
| 5 |
Neonatology |
MD |
3 years |
1 |
January |
| 6 |
Internal Medicine |
MBBS, CET (Pass) |
3 years |
2 |
January |
| 7 |
General Surgery |
MBBS, CET (Pass) |
3 years |
2 |
January |
| 8 |
Paediatric Surgery |
MS |
3 years |
2 |
January |
| 9 |
Plastic Surgery |
MS |
3 years |
2 |
January |
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| POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CLINICAL CARDIOLOGY (PGDCC) |
| This postgraduate programme is offered by the Indira Gandhi National Open University in 9 centers in India and KIMS is the only institution recognized to impart training in Kerala. This is a comprehensive two-year programme in Cardiology started in 2006 with an annual intake of six students with MBBS and two years experience and currently there are two batches under going training. |
Contact Details:
Mr. M T Manoj ,
Executive-SOCOMER
Mob: 9744760964
Ph: 0471 3041424
E-mail ID: socomer@kimskerala.com |
| POST GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE (PGFEM) |
| Emergency Medicine is one of the most upcoming & challenging specialities of Medicine. This Post Graduate Fellowship programme is offered by George Washington University, USA. KIMS is one of the accredited centers in India to offer this two year resident programme in Emergency. |
Eligibility: MBBS
Duration: 2 years
Commencement of class: June |
Contact Details:
Dr. P.M.Zuhra
Coordinator - Family Medicine & Emergency Department
E-mail ID: drzuhra@kimskerala.com |
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| KIMS INSTITUTE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES |
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BACHELOR OF MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY
This Course is affiliated to the Sikkim Manipal University. BSc.MLT is a very useful course aimed at enhancing the quality of Laboratory Techniques which is an essential component in Clinical Services. |
Eligibility: +2 Science with 50% marks
Duration: 4 years
Commencement of class: August - September |
BACHELOR OF MEDICAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Medical Imaging Technology is an emerging field of medicine with excellent job opportunities. |
Eligibility: +2 Science with 50% marks
Duration: 4 years
Commencement of
Class: August - September |
BACHELOR OF HEALTH INFORMATION ADMINISTRATION
The growth of Information Technology and the policy changes in the health sector have made it absolutely necessary to produce a new breed of Medical Documentation professionals. Apart from routine work, this course facilitates research activities as well. This field of hospital administration is found almost neglected or handled by people who have no professional expertise. Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences offers courses which includes medical transcription, coding for health insurance etc through this course. |
Eligibility: +2 (any subject) with 50%
Duration: 4 Years
Commencement of class: August - September |
DIPLOMA IN RADIOLOGICAL TECHNIQUES
Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Kerala, has sanctioned two courses in the academic year 2004. Diploma in Radiological Techniques (DRT) is focused on its vocational value and will provide employment opportunities and is very much needed in the present health scenario. |
Eligibility: +2 Science with 50%
Duration: 2 Years
Commencement of class: December |
DIPLOMA IN OPERATION THEATRE TECHNOLOGY.
This is a two-year Diploma Course conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and is organized by the Department of Anaesthesia. The trainees will acquire adequate skill in all the services of the Operation Theatre. This is identified as another promising field of employment. |
Eligibility: +2 Science with 50%
Duration: 2 ½ Years
Commencement of class: December |
Contact Details:
Prof. K.P Ravidas
Co-ordinator Academics
Ph: 0471 3041849, 9447944725
E-mail ID: academics@kimskerala.com |
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| SOCOMER |
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ABOUT SOCOMER
Society for Continuing Medical Education and Research (SOCOMER) is a registered Society constituted exclusively for teaching, research and other academic activities. The SOCOMER is responsible for conducting Continuing Medical Education programmes, conferences, Seminars, Workshops, coaching for PLAB and PG entrance examinations. Regular training programs in ACLS, NALS, PLAS are also ongoing activities. Research activities and guidance for Research Projects, both for the KIMS staff, students and those of other institutes are unique feature of SOCOMER. |
| SOCOMER executive committee |
| No. |
Name |
Designation |
| 1 |
Dr. G.Vijayaraghavan |
President |
| 2 |
Dr. M.I.Sahadulla |
Vice-President |
| 4 |
Prof. A.Joseph |
Member Secretary |
| 5 |
Dr. Mathew Chacko Ramacha |
Member |
| 6 |
Dr. K.N.Vijayan |
Member |
| 7 |
Dr. Narendranathan |
Member |
| 8 |
Dr. Sushama Devi |
Member |
| 9 |
Dr. Venugopal |
Member |
| 10 |
Dr. R.Jayakumar |
Member |
| 11 |
Dr. Satish Balan. |
Member |
| 12 |
Dr. Naveen Jain |
Member |
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| Composition of Institutional Human Ethical Committee is: |
| No. |
Name |
Designation |
| 1 |
Dr. M. R Sethuraj PhD, FNAAS |
President |
| 2 |
Dr. M. I. Sahadulla MD, FRCP (Lon),
FRCP (Ire), MBA |
Vice-President |
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| 4 |
Prof. G. Vijayaraghavan MD, DM (Card),
FRCP (Lond), FRCP (Edin), FACC, FAHA |
Member Secretary |
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| 5 |
Prof. A. Joseph M.Sc, FRES, D.Med En |
Member |
| 6. |
Adv. P. A. Dev, LLB |
Member & Legal Advisor |
| 7. |
Prof. R. Sushama Devi, MD, DGO |
Member |
| 8. |
Prof. V. G. Chellam, MD |
Member |
| 9. |
Dr. M. N. Rema MD, DME (Retd) |
Member & Pharmacologist |
| 10. |
Dr. T. N. Sugathan PhD |
Member & Statistician |
| 11. |
Ms. Lalithambika MA, IAS (Retd) |
Member & Social Worker |
| 12. |
Mr. Thalekkunnil Basheer MA, LLB |
Member & Social Worker |
| 13. |
Mr. G. Vijayaraghavan MBA |
Member |
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| Programmes conducted |
| No. |
Dates |
Programmes |
| 1. |
21.08.2006 |
Seminar on Fertility Center |
| 2. |
24.08.2006 |
Stem Cell |
| 3. |
26.08.2006 |
A New look at Beta Blocker |
| 4. |
17.09.2006 |
CME on HIV & AIDS |
| 5. |
24.09.2006 |
World Heart Day |
| 6. |
01.10.2006 |
Non Invasive Ventilation |
| 7. |
02.11.2006 |
Insulin Analogue |
| 8. |
15.11.2006 |
World Diabetic Day |
| 9. |
12.12.2006 |
Update on Recent Patient Friendly Innovation in
Joint Replacement Surgery |
| 10. |
07.01.2007 |
Update in Pediatric Endocrinology |
| 11. |
18, 19 & 20.01.07 |
13th BLS & ACLS Course in Association with
American Heart Association |
| 12. |
17 & 18.02.2007 |
"NEWBORN" ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE - IAP |
| 13. |
11.04.2007 |
Learn ECG without Tears & Fears |
| 14. |
21.04.2007 |
Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamases |
| 15. |
22.04.2007 |
Intra Uterine Insemination |
| 16. |
24.04.2007 |
ICCU Nurses Education Programme |
| 17. |
06.05.2007 |
Sleep Medicine |
| 18. |
14-16.06.07 |
14th BLS & ACLS Course in Association with
American Heart Association |
| 19. |
06.07.2007 |
"Radiology in Internal Medicine" |
| 20. |
07 & 08.07.2007 |
"Cardiology - An Interactive CME" |
| 21. |
12.07.2007 |
CME- "Nephrotic Syndrome in Children" |
| 22. |
15, 16 & 17.07.2007 |
CME "Critical Care" |
| 23. |
18.07.2007 |
CME - "DVT-Free Zone" |
| 24. |
20.07.2007 |
Live Video Conference - "DVT" |
| 25. |
26.07.2007 |
EME "Epilepsy" |
| 26. |
07, 08 & 09.09.2007 |
MRCP Intensive General Internal Medicine Course |
| 27. |
15 & 16.09.2007 |
ECHO Doppler National WorkshopBasic,
Advanced & Special |
| 28. |
25.09.2007 |
Training Session "Time Management" |
| 29. |
13.10.2007
14.10.2007 |
AOMSI - 4th State Conference Kerala Chapter"Live
Surgical Workshop" & Conference |
| 30. |
13.10.2007 |
Trivandrum Cardiac Club Meeting |
| 31. |
31.10.2008 |
Presentation at Technopark - "Heart Matters" |
| 32. |
15.11.2007 |
CME - Neurology |
| 33. |
21.11.2007 |
Radiology Trivandrum Club Meeting |
| 34. |
29.11.2007 |
CME Neonatology & Pediatrics |
| 35. |
04.12.2007 |
CME Respiratory Medicine"Individualized Therapy
of Airway Diseases" |
| 36. |
06.12.2007 |
CME Pediatrics "Vaccination " |
| 37. |
22.12.2007 |
CME "Advances in Transfusion Medicine" |
| 38. |
09,10 & 11.01.2008 |
15th BLS & ACLS Course in Association with
American Heart Association |
| 39. |
17.02.2008 |
International CME "Neurology Update 2008" |
| 40. |
18, 19, 20 & 21.02.2008 |
National Workshop on "Neonatal Ventilation -2008" |
| 41. |
02.03.2008 |
CME Cardiology Update @ Kuttalam |
| 42. |
14.03.2008 |
CME "Use of Macrolides (IV Clarithromycin) in
Community Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)". |
| 43. |
19.03.2008 |
Dermatology Trivandrum Club Meeting |
| 44. |
25.09.2007 |
Institutional Human Ethical Committee Meeting |
| 45. |
09.11.2007 |
SAE Review Committee Meeting |
| 46. |
05.03.2008 |
Institutional Human Ethical Committee Meeting |
| 47. |
01.04.2008 |
Clinical Session: - "Pre labour Prolonged
Repture of Membranes" - Obstetric & Neonatal Aspects |
| 48. |
10.04.2008 |
Dermatology Workshop |
| 49. |
10.04.2008 |
CME on Vaccination |
| 50. |
11.04.2008 |
Inspection Quintiles India Pvt Limited
Department of Cardiology |
| 51. |
22.04.2008 |
Inspection Clinvent India Pvt Limited Department
of Cardiology |
| 52. |
23.04.2008 |
Clinical Club Meeting |
| 53. |
24.04.2008 |
Inspection ETI Karle Clinical India Pvt
Limited Department of Cardiology |
| 54. |
10.05.2008 |
CME: - "Luteal Phase Defect"Dept of
OB & Gynaecology and Fertility Clinic |
| 55. |
17.05.2008 & 18.05.2008 |
Workshop on External Fixators & Limb Lengthener
Dept of Orthopaedics |
| 56. |
19.05.2008 |
Surgeons Meeting |
| 57. |
28.05.2008 |
Clinical Club Meeting |
| 58. |
30.05.2008 |
Cardiology CME |
| 59. |
30.05.2008 |
Institutional Human Ethical Committee
(Sub Committee) Meeting KIMS |
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| RESEARCH PROGRAMMES |
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Clinical Research Projects
Institutional Human Ethical Committee - KIMS
Society for Continuing Medical Education and Research |
| 1. POLYCAP |
Department of Cardiology |
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| A randomized double blind controlled trail of the efficacy and safety of POLYCAP versus its components in subject with at least one additional cardio-vascular risk factor. |
| 2. Ivabradine |
Department of Cardiology |
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| "Evaluation of the anti-anginal efficacy and safety of oral administration of Ivabradine compared to placebo on top of a background therapy with a calcium antagonist (Amlodipine or Nifedipine) in patients with stable angina pectoris. A 6-week randomized double-blind parallel group international multicentric study." |
| 3. RECOVER 1160.53 |
Department of Cardiology |
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| A phase III, randomized, multicenter, double blind, parallel-group, active controlled study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of oral dabigatran etexilate (150 mg bid) compared to warfarin (INR 2.0-3.0) for the secondary prevention of venous thromboembolism. |
| 4. RE-MEDY (1160.47) |
Department of Cardiology |
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| A phase III, randomized, multicenter, double blind, parallel-group, active controlled study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of oral dabigatran etexilate (150 mg bid) compared to warfarin (INR 2.0-3.0) for the secondary prevention of venous thromboembolism. |
| 5. TAK- 442_202 - H7T-MC-TABY |
Department of Cardiology |
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| A Phase 2, Double blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study of the Safety and Efficacy of TAK-442 in Subjects With Acute Coronary Syndromes |
| 6. SONOMA 3 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| Phase 3, Multicentre, Multinational open-label study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of alfimeprase in subjects with occluled central venous access devices |
| 7. Ramiprill |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Randomized, double-mind, placebo-controlled multicenter, parallel study assessing the efficacy, safety and dose response of Ramiprill for the Treatment of Hypertension in children and Adolesents |
| 8. Ramiprill |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A phase III, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to determine the efficacy and safety of a low (50mg/day) and high (100mg/day) dose of Safinamide, as add-on therapy, in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease with motor fluctuations, treated with a stable dose of levodopa and who may be receiving concomitant treatment with stable doses of dopamine agonist and/or an anticholinergic" NW-1015/016/III/2006 & A phase III, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 12-month extension study to investigate the long-term efficacy and safety of a low (50mg/day) and high (100mg/day) dose of safinamide, as add-on therapy, in patients with idiopathic Parkinsons disease with motor fluctuations, treated with a stable dose of levodopa and who may be receiving concomitant treatment with stable doses of dopamine agonist and/or an anticholinergic NW-1015-018-III/2006 |
| 9. Ramiprill |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A phase III, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to determine the efficacy and safety of a low (50mg/day) and high (100mg/day) dose of Safinamide, as add-on therapy, in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease with motor fluctuations, treated with a stable dose of levodopa and who may be receiving concomitant treatment with stable doses of dopamine agonist and/or an anticholinergic" NW-1015/016/III/2006 & A phase III, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 12-month extension study to investigate the long-term efficacy and safety of a low (50mg/day) and high (100mg/day) dose of safinamide, as add-on therapy, in patients with idiopathic Parkinsons disease with motor fluctuations, treated with a stable dose of levodopa and who may be receiving concomitant treatment with stable doses of dopamine agonist and/or an anticholinergic NW-1015-018-III/2006 |
| 10. CS0866AU301 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| Dose Ranging study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Olmesartan Medoxomil in Children and adolescents with Hypertension |
| 11. SYR-322 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to determine the efficacy and safety of the combination of SYR-322 (SYR110322) and Pioglitazone HCI (Actos) in subjects with Type 2 diabetics |
| 12. Metaglidasen (MBX-102) M102-20509 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A phase 2/3, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo and Active Comparator controlled, Parallel group, multicenter study to determine the safety and efficacy of Metaglidasen (MBX-102) in the treatment of Type 2 diabetics in patients sub optimally controlled on Insulin |
| 13. SLE |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Phase 3, Multi-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, 52-Week Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Belimumab (HGS1006, LymphoStat-BT), a Fully Human Monoclonal Anti-BLyS Antibody, in Subjects with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) |
| 14. SYR-322 OLE-012 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Long Term Open Label Extension study to investigate the long-term safety of SYR-110322 (SYR-322) in subjects with Type 2 Diabetes |
| 15. SYR-322 OLE-012 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A 26-week treatment, multicenter, randomized, doubleblind,double dummy, placebo-controlled, adaptive,seamless, parallel-group study to assess the efficacy,safety and tolerability of two doses of indacaterol (selected from 75, 150, 300 & 600 μg o.d.) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease using blinded formoterol (12 μg b.i.d) and open label tiotropium (18 μg o.d.) as active controls. |
| 16. HGS1006-C1057 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Phase 3, Multi-Center, Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled, 52-Week Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Belimumab (HGS1006, LymphoStat-BT), a Fully Human Monoclonal Anti-BLyS Antibody, in Subjects with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). |
| 17. 01-05-TL-322OPI-001 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Multicenter, Randomised, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled study to determine the efficacy and safety of the combination of SYR-322 (SYR 110322) and Pioglitazone HCl (Actos) in subjects with Type 2 diabetics |
| 18. 01-06-TL-322OPI-002 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Multicenter, Double-Blind Study to Determine the Efficacy and Safety of SYR-322 plus Pioglitazone HCL (Actos), SYR-322 Alone or Pioglitazone HCL Alone in Subjects with Type 2 Diabetes |
| 19. 01-06-TL-322OPI-004 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Multicenter, Double-Blind Study to Determine the Efficacy and Safety of the addition of SYR-322 25mg versus Dose Titration from 30 mg to 45 mg of ACTOS® Pioglitazone HCl in Subjects with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Who Have Inadequate Control on a Combination of Metformin and 30mg of Pioglitazone HCI Therapy |
| 20. CS0866-A-U-301 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| Dose-Ranging study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Olmesartan Medoxomil in Children and Adolescents with Hypertension |
| 22. |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A Randomized, Double-Blind Study Comparing the Efficacy And Safety of a fixed combination of fenofibrate and metformin vs metformin alone in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and dyslipidemia not appropriately controlled with a statin. |
| 2. CSPA100A2301 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A 54-week, open-label, Multicenter study to assess the long-term safety and tolerability of the combination of Aliskerin 300mg/Amlodipine 10mg in patients with essential hypertension |
| 23. 3163K1-200WW / GAP-486 |
Department of Cardiology |
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| A safety and efficacy dose ranging study of GAP-486 in subject with Nonsustained Ventricular Tachycardia and Acute Ischemia |
| 24. 1218.16 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel group efficacy and safety study of BI 1356 (5 mg administered orally once daily) over 24 weeks, in drug naive or previously treated (6 weeks washout) type 2 diabetic patients with insufficient glycaemic control |
| 25. 1218.17 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel group efficacy and safety study of BI 1356 (5 mg administered orally once daily) over 24 weeks in type 2 diabetic patients with insufficient glycaemic control despite metformin therapy |
| 26. L0013CP |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| Efficacy of an early administration of L0013CP 10 mg/day versus placebo during 4 weeks in the treatment of infectious diseases induced arthritis painful symptoms. A multicentre, randomised, double blind, placebo controlled clinical trial in adult patients suffering from chikungunya fever |
| 27. CSPP100A2332 |
Department of Internal Medicine |
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| An eight week double blind parallel group Multicenter study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the combination of Aliskiren/HCTZ (300/12.5Mg) and 300/25Mg) in combination with Aliskiren 300Mg in patients with essential hypertension not adequately responsible to Aliskiren 300Mg monotherapy |
| 28. MK-0431-063-00 |
Department of Nephrology |
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| A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Study to Evaluate the efficacy and Safety of Sitagliptin versus Glipizide in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Chronic Renal Insufficiency Who Have Inadequate Glycemic Control |
| 29. SPP301CRD15 |
Department of Nephrology |
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| A randomized double blind, pacebo controlled, parallel group study to assess the effect of the endothelin receptor antagonist in doubling of serum creatinine, end stage renal or death in patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus and diabetic nephropathy |
| 30. NN2211-1796. |
Department of Endocrinology |
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| Effect Gycaemic control of once daily administration of Liraglutide in combination with Metformin versus Glimepiride in combination with metformin in subjects with type 2 diabetesm a 16-week randomized, double blind, double dummy, active control, 4armed, parallel group, multi centre, multi-national trial |
| 31. F3Z-US-100V (b) |
Department of Endocrinology |
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| The durability of Twice daily Insulin Lispro Low mixture compared to Once-daily Insulin Glargine in patients with type 2 diabetes and inadequate Glycemic control |
| 32. F3Z-CR-IOPH |
Department of Endocrinology |
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| Comparison of Insulin Lispro Low mixture with Insulin Glargine when initiating and intensifying insulin therapy as required in patients with Type 2 Diabetes who have inadequate Glycemic control on Oral antihyperglycemic Medication |
| 33. CLAF237A23122 |
Department of Endocrinology |
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| A Multicenter, Double Blind, Randomized, Parallel-Group Study to Demonstrate the Effect of 12 weeks tratment with initial combination of vildagliptin 100mg qd plus Metformin 1000mg bid as Compared to Metformin 1000mg bid in Drug-naïve Patients with Type 2 Diabetes |
| 34. CLAF237A2338 |
Department of Endocrinology |
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| A Multicenter, Double-Blind, randomized, active controlled study to compare the effect of 52 weeks treatment with LAF237 50 mg bid to gliclazide up to 320 mg daily as add –on therapy in patients with type 2 diabetes inadequately controlled with metformin monotherapy |
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| KIMS COLLEGE OF NURSING |
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| COURSE OFFERED - BSc. DEGREE IN NURSING |
| College of Nursing, KIMS was established in 2006. Our emphasis is on value education, intellectual and clinical training of the students so that they can excel in their nursing career. We believe in providing quality care to the sick with a holistic approach without distinction of caste, creed, colour or social status. |
| GENERAL INFORMATION: |
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The college is affiliated to The University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram and is recognized by the Indian Nursing Council and the Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council. |
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The college conducts a four-year BSc Nursing degree programme. |
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The college admits 50 students annually |
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The seats available for admission for first year BSc. (N) course is mainly categorized as seats to be filled by the Commission of Entrance Examination, Kerala and management seats to be filled by the management. |
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| OBJECTIVES: |
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Acquire knowledge on theory and principles of nursing and allied subjects, which are involved in the delivery of comprehensive nursing practice. |
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Excellence in all fields of health care education. |
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Obtain health resources in the community and the country. |
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Uphold respect for life, from the moment of conception to its natural end. |
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Develop a genuine feeling of compassion for the patient and their family. |
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Participate as member of health team in the promotive, preventive and restorative health care delivery system of the country. |
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Meet the health needs of underserved areas of our country and our underprivileged brethren. |
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Acquire leadership qualities and skills in problem solving and decision-making at different levels of work and life. |
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Recognize the need for continued learning for their personal and professional development. |
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Practice ethical values in their personal and professional life. |
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Promote holistic approach in health care modalities. |
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Acquiring an exemplary steadfastness to principles and moral values. |
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Develop skills in applying scientific principles and knowledge in health care settings. |
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Demonstrate skill in research. |
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Demonstrate competency in teaching and administration. |
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Develop communication skills. |
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| ELIGIBILITY |
| Academic: |
| Candidates seeking admission should satisfy the following requirements. |
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Candidates who passed PLUS TWO examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education of Kerala or equivalent examination recognized by University Of Kerala with an aggregate of 50 % marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology. |
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Candidates who passed their qualifying examination from outside the State of Kerala should produce the certificate of recognition and equivalency of qualifying examination from University of Kerala. |
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It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure that the qualifying examination he/she has passed is recognized by the University Of Kerala as eligible qualification for admission for BSc. Nursing course. |
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The candidate should produce migration certificate if it is needed. |
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| Age: |
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Candidate should complete 17 years of age on 31st December 2006. |
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No relaxation of the minimum age will be allowed. |
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| How to Apply |
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The candidate who seeks admission at KIMS College of Nursing should submit an application in the prescribed form available from the office, KIMS College of Nursing, Thiruvananthapuram, on payment of Rs. 500/- (Rupees five hundred only) in person or on payment of Rs.550 /- (Rupees five hundred and fifty only) by post. |
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The candidate who seeks admission under the management quota in College of Nursing should appear for the entrance examination conducted by Government of Kerala. |
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The candidate admitted under NRI quota need not attend the entrance examination by Government of Kerala. |
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The application should reach the Principal, College of Nursing, KIMS, before the stipulated date. The date will be published in due course. |
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Incomplete application without requisite documents will not be entertained. |
| The following documents (photocopies) should be forwarded along with the application form: |
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Attested copies of mark list. |
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Certificate to prove date of birth. |
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Conduct /Character certificate. |
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Eligibility certificate. |
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Transfer certificate. |
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Two passport size photographs |
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Self attested stamped envelope (8”x4”). |
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Entrance examination merit certificate of Government of Kerala |
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Medical fitness |
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| ADMISSION |
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The candidate applying in management quota should appear for the Entrance examination conducted by Government of Kerala before interview and should be qualified by the above exam. |
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The candidate should produce the certificates in original during interview (Annexure I). |
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The list of selected candidates will be displayed on notice board of KIMS College of Nursing and also the selected candidates will be informed by post. |
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The decision of the management will be final. |
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The candidate admitted under NRI quota should pay the fees from the NRI account of relatives (father, mother, brother, sister cousin, uncle & aunt). |
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If any candidate discontinues the course, after the closing of admissions as notified by the Controller of Examination, the candidate has to pay the compensation for the remaining course and which will be decided by the management as per agreement. |
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At the time of joining, each student must undergo a physical examination by a clinical doctor of KIMS, and if found unfit, admission will be denied. |
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The candidate should sign a bond stating the rules and regulations and mandatory requirement on the time of admission. |
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| STIPULATION |
| All selected candidates should undergo internship for a period of one year, as per curriculum from the date of successful completion of the Course. Violation of this condition shall entail payment of compensation as per the signed contract/Bond by the candidate concerned. |
| FACILITIES |
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The entire KIMS Hospital complex with its various specialties is made available to the students for clinical experience. |
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The Institution is also affiliated to various reputed hospitals for the clinical experience (The Regional Cancer Center, Thiruvananthapuram, The Women and Children Hospital, Thycaud, The Mental Health Center, Peroorkada, General Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram ). |
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A well planned community development and extension center is provided for community health nursing experience. |
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| Residence: |
| All selected candidates except male candidates are requested to reside in the hostel provided for their stay. However, principal has the discretion to decide about the students stay in the hostel or be made as day scholar. |
| Library: |
| A well equipped library with more than 1500 books including internet facilities is functioning under KIMS , College of Nursing including internet facilities. Books are to be used with extreme care. |
| Laboratories: |
| Well-equipped laboratory facilities, exclusively for College of Nursing are available in addition to the modern lab facilities of KIMS Hospital. |
| Medical Checkup: |
| A Health record is maintained in the College to monitor the physical and mental health of the students. Students should produce the health record whenever they consult doctors at KIMS. |
| CONTACT DETAILS |
PRINCIPAL
KIMS COLLEGE OF NURSING
P.B.No.1, Anayara P.O
Trivandrum – 695 029
Tel: +91 471 3041000
+91 471 3041140 / 43
E-mail: nursingcollege@kimskerala.com |
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| KIMS SCHOOL OF NURSING |
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| PURPOSE |
| The purpose of the General Nursing Programme is to prepare general nurse who will function as member of the health team beginning with competencies for first level Position in both hospital and community. The programme is geared to the health needs of the country, the community and the individual and it will serve as a basis for advanced study and specialization in Nursing it will assist nurses in their personal and professional development so that they make their maximum contribution to the society as individual citizens and nurse. |
| OBJECTIVES |
| The nurses completing this course will be able to; |
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Demonstrate awareness of and skills required in the Nursing process in the provision of health care and nursing of patients. They will be competent to : |
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Assess the nursing needs of individuals, families and communities throughout life, from birth to death. |
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Plan appropriate action to meet their needs through competent safe nursing care. |
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Take appropriate action to help people retain or sustain their best possible level of health in all its aspects. |
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Work with other members of the health team and community in promotion of health prevention of illness, restoration of health and rehabilitation. |
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Apply relevant knowledge from the humanities biological and behavioral science in carrying out health care and nursing activities and functions. |
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Show sensitivity and skill in human relationships and communication in her daily work. |
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Demonstrate skill in the use of problem solving methods nursing. |
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Gain knowledge of health resources in the community and the country |
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Demonstrate leadership skills in working with the health team, community and others in the provision of health care. |
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Demonstrate understanding of and commitment of professional behaviour. |
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Demonstrate awareness of the necessity of belonging to professional organizations. |
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Demonstrate ability in self-awareness, self-evaluation in personal and professional life. |
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Promotion of health precautions against illness, restoration of health and rehabilitation. |
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| To achieve the objectives, Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences started General Nursing and Midwifery Course in January 2004 with an intake of 20 students. KIMS School of Nursing is recognized by the Kerala Nurses and Midwifery Council and Indian Nursing Council. Presently KIMS School of Nursing is functioning with 86 students. |
| FACILITIES FOR TRAINING OF STUDENTS: |
| Clinical: In KIMS, the students receive additional training from Doctors and other experts in all fields of medical care. They are trained to use the most modern ventilators, defibrillators and other equipment in various branches of health care system. |
| Faculty: The Faculty of KIMS School of Nursing is well qualified and experienced as per the norms of council. Faculties give guidance and supervision to students in various clinical areas. |
| Support: A library with a wide range of books and journals for reference and reading is available in the Nursing School premises. KIMS School of Nursing is furnished with modern laboratories like Nursing lab, Nutrition lab, Anatomy lab, Community lab and computer lab with internet connection. The students and staff receive training for basic life support every year. |
| Hostel: KIMS School of Nursing provides well arranged separate hostel for male and female students with adequate facilities for co-curricular activities as well. They are under the care of a resident tutor and warden. |
| ADMISSION |
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Admission process starts after the periodic KNC & INC Inspection and sanction Order; |
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Advertisement in two daily newspapers. |
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Issue of application forms. |
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Receipt of filled up application forms ( closing date 30 days from date of advertisement) |
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Scrutiny & Verification of application |
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Short listing according to the mark/grade obtained in the 10+2 level examination conducted the board for Higher Secondary examinations, with physics, Chemistry and Biology. |
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Personal interview with selection committee members. |
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Selection is according to the grade secured in personal interview and qualifying examinations percentage. |
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Admission is based on state Nursing Council norms. |
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Class commence in 1st working day of October. |
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Age - 17-27yrs |
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| Co-curricular activities: |
| A student Nurses Association unit functions for the up-gradation of curricular and extracurricular activities. They actively participate in sports, games and arts competitions conducted by SNA in Zonal and state level. During the course, students also receive guidance to plan their carrier. |
| Achievements: For the 1st batch of students, we have achieved 100% success in the qualifying exams conducted by Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council, and of our students also secured the 1st rank in Kerala. All students have completed their course and have joined as staff nurses in KIMS Hospital. |
| CONTACT DETAILS |
PRINCIPAL
KIMS SCHOOL OF NURSING
P.B.No.1, Anayara P.O
Trivandrum – 695 029
Tel: +91 471 3041000, +91 471 3041872
E-mail: schoolofnursing@kimskerala.com |
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