Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre (VIMS&RC) is in Whitefield, Bangalore, India. It is an independent medical institute dedicated to education, research and

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. VIMS was established in 2000 and is promoted by Srinivasa trust.

History

The Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre (VIMS&RC) and its 1600 bedded multi-specialty hospital is set up in a unitary campus founded by Dr. D. K. Audikesavulu in 2000. It is a Private Unaided Institution. The Institution is located at Nallurahalli, Whitefield,

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in the State of

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. The Institution is recognized by

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and erstwhile

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an
Department of Health & Family Welfare Services
Government of India, New Delhi and affiliated to

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), located in Bengaluru, India, is a public university chartered in 1996 by the Government of Karnataka, India, for the regulation and promotion of higher education in health sciences throughou ...

, Karnataka.

Academics

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre offers 250 seats annually for the

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undergraduate course, 138 for postgraduate (MD/MS) courses, 25 for Super Speciality (DM/M.Ch) courses, 2 for the Super Speciality Fellowship, and 5 for the Ph.D program. The curriculum integrates modern technology and innovative research in real-world scenarios to enhance the quality of medical education.

Courses

Recognitions and Tie-ups

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre is recognized by the

, erstwhile Medical Council of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), Government of India and is included in the directory of the

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, which is required to be recognized internationally for postgraduate education and employment opportunities. It has tie-ups with the

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and the

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, Los Angeles.

Vydehi Hospital

Established by Srinivasa Trust, the Medical College and Teaching Hospital focuses on providing healthcare services, promoting community health, and offering comprehensive training for healthcare professionals. Vydehi Hospital offers allopathic treatment for various diseases and disorders, with diagnostic and therapeutic facilities available. The independent health institute provides a variety of general and multi-specialty medical treatments, including both modern surgery and traditional Ayurvedic methods. The institute also offers integrated medical education, supported by qualified teachers, mentors, and practitioners.

Health Insurance Schemes

A long list of state government/s and government of India health insurance schemes are empanelled by the institute: * Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka (ABARK): A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens. * Rajiv Arogya Bhagya (RAB): A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens, particularly the poor and marginalized. * Jyothi Sanjeevini (JSS): A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens, particularly those living in rural areas. * Arogya Bhagya Yojane (ABY): A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens, particularly those living in rural areas. *

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(BBMP): A municipal corporation in Bangalore that provides healthcare services to its citizens. * AP Government Employee Health Scheme (EHS): A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to provide healthcare coverage to its employees. * Dr. YSR Aarogyasri Scheme: A health insurance scheme launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens, particularly those living in rural areas. *

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(PMJAY): A national health insurance scheme launched by the Government of India to provide healthcare coverage to its citizens, particularly those living below the poverty line. * Yeshasvini: A health insurance scheme launched by the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) to provide healthcare coverage to its dairy farmers and their families

Accreditation

The Hospital accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (

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) and National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (''NABL'').

Admissions

Admissions for MBBS (UG) & MD/MS (PG):- Selection of candidates will be on the basis of the NEET Rank obtained in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (

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) and through the centralized counseling conducted by Single Window agency/Counseling Authority i.e., Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) of Government of Karnataka. Admissions for DM/M.Ch (SS). Selection of candidates will be on the basis of the NEET Rank obtained in National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and through the centralized counseling conducted by Single Window Agency/ Counseling Authority i.e., Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) – Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Government of India. In compliance of the Direction of Hon’ble Supreme Court there is no reservation applicable in Super Specialty (D.M. /M.Ch.) courses.

Research

VIMS&RC employs a collaborative approach to offer students exposure to

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and training. The institute is equipped with infrastructure for conducting research in medical subjects and is dedicated to advancing

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, healthcare, and research. The Institutional Ethics Committee is approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) and the Directorate of Health Research (DHR). VIMS & RC has tie-ups with the Bharat Biotech, which signed an international cooperation agreement with California State University, Los Angeles and

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, Athens, USA, for research-oriented work to update the knowledge database. Vydehi Institute further widens its academic horizon with the establishment of super-specialty departments

List of Institutes

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre has the following academic institutions in the same campus. Vydehi Institute ofPharmacy * Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre. * Vydehi Hospital. * Vydehi Institute of Dental Sciences and Research Centre. * Vydehi Institute of Nursing Sciences and Research Centre. * Vydehi School of Nursing Sciences. * Vydehi Institute of Allied Health Sciences. * Vydehi Institute of Physiotherapy. * Vydehi Institute of Law * Vydehi Institute of Rehabilitation Centre. * Vydehi School of Excellence. * Vydehi Special School.

VASA

Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre has added onto its stellar medical ecosystem VASA, Asia's largest, most comprehensive, State of the Art, Multidisciplinary Medical and Surgical Simulation centre. spread over 31,500 sq. ft., VASA is equipped with Patient simulations, Surgical simulations, Ultrasound simulations, simulation centre management system and lots more. * Advanced Simulation Zones: * Ambulance * EMD and ICU- Patient simulators and surgical cut suite * Obstetrics and Neonatal ICU * Operating room and Anesthesia * Ultrasound Simulation * Interventional Radiology * Task training * Surgical Suites- LapVR, EndoVR and NeuroVR VIDA Museum

VIDA

Ultra-Modern Museum using a blend of E-Platform & Regular specimens, Weapons, Charts & Photographs along with other exhibits. There are both E-Catalogues as well as hard copies for ready reference. The museum contains HD displays, audio visual exhibits & computerized software driven facility for students and other visitors.

Location

The multi-specialty Vydehi hospital is in a locality of Nallurahalli, Whitefield, Bengaluru.

References

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