Dermatology - 2022
BIOs – CON – 2022
The Department of Dermatology, SMVMCH, Puducherry conducted BIOs – CON – 2022 on 11.12.2022 (Sunday) at SMVMCH Auditorium (Near MIT). The Conference mainly focussed on various biologics and newer small molecules used in different dermatological conditions. Around 80 delegates from across Tamilnadu and Puducherry participated in the conference. Many eminent speakers were invited to enlighten on topics namely Biologics & Biosimilars , Biologics in pemphigus, Biologics in psoriasis, Apremilast and newer drugs in dermatology, Tofacitinib in Dermatology, Queries from delegates were discussed and clarified at the end of each session.
Preliminary Quiz on Biologics and small molecules was conducted in which around 16 teams participated, followed by finals and the winners were awarded with cash prize and memento. The workshop is credited with (1 TNMC credit points).
World Psoriasis Day
Celebrating World Psoriasis day, various events were conducted in the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, in Sri Manakula Vinayagar medical college hospital to invoke awareness and widen knowledge on Psoriasis. Pamphlets were distributed to the patients enlightening them about the disease, the need for timely consultation, aggravating factors and the need for regular follow up. The effect of stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, and analgesic intake on exacerbation of psoriasis was stressed to the patients Counselling was given to patients on dealing with the psychological problems caused by the disease. Free samples were distributed to poor patients.
Podcast was given by department faculty in the institutional website on psoriasis awareness. Quiz programs on psoriasis were organised in which participated both undergraduates and postgraduates. It was conducted in two levels from which the top three teams were selected for the finals. CME was conducted on psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis engaging post-graduates and faculties of Orthopaedics and Dermatology departments, highlighting the importance of a holistic approach in a patient with psoriasis. There was a discussion on the various treatment modalities, challenges faced by clinicians, and recent updates. At the end of the session, Prizes were distributed to the winners of the quiz program.
UG Quiz Program & Certificates & Prizes distributions
PG Quiz Program & Certificates & Prizes Distribution
Interdepartmental Program – Psoriasis day (Dermatology & Orthopaedics)
Laser Inauguration 2022
The department of Dermatology, SMVMCH, Puducherry inaugurated its new laser earlier this week on the 12th of October 2022. The Laser was inaugurated by invoking the blessings of the almighty and lighting the lamp by the dignitaries, Director Dr. D. Rajagovindan, Dean Dr. R.N. Kagne, Medical Superintendent Dr. Pragash.M, and Dr. K. Karthikeyan Dean Academic and HOD, Department of Dermatology. The occasion was graced with the presence of many other senior faculties, assistant professors, senior residents, and postgraduates from the Department of Dermatology. The new laser is a DIPO+PICO laser, a one-stop solution for skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, and whole-body hair removal procedures. With the latest laser technology, we hope to provide quality and cost effective treatment for all the above dermatological problems.
