Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar Government Medical College
| Motto | Arogya Sukh Sampada |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Established | 2016[1] |
| Endowment | 290cr |
| Principal | Dr. Sangeet Dhillon |
| Undergraduates | 560 |
| Location | , Himachal Pradesh , India 30°33′50″N 77°17′38″E / 30.564°N 77.294°E |
| Campus | Urban |
| Affiliations | Atal Medical and Research University, NMC |
| Website | www |
Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar Government Medical College is a medical college located in Nahan, Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh.[1] It was established in 2016 and was named after first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Dr. Yashwant (YSPGMC). It is a renowned as a medical institution and is widely regarded as the third medical college in Himachal Pradesh followed by Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital & Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College.
History:
The college's foundation stone was laid by then Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, on November 6, 2016.[2] to address the growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals in the state, YSPGMC was established to contribute significantly to medical education and healthcare delivery.[3][4] The initial intake of the college was 100 MBBS seats which was subsequently increased to existing intake of 120.
Academic Programs:
YSPGMC offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate medical courses, including the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program and various specialties at the postgraduate level.
Courses offered are as below:
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) : A total of 120 students are admitted to the MBBS program, and the selection process is carried out through NEET, with 15% of the seats being reserved for the All India Quota. After the NEET Cut Offs are declared, the AMRU starts the admission and counselling process for students on behalf of YSPGMC.[5]
General Nursing and Midwifery : Every year, Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar Government Medical College witnesses the enrollment of 30 dedicated and aspiring students into its General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program.[5]
Post Graduation, Community Medicine :
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved three seats for PG in Community Medicine in YSPGMC.[6]
Campus and Facilities:
Situated in the town of Nahan, the Government Hospital is converted to a medical college. Hostel Facility is available for girls and boys for MBBS students, hostels are located 4 KM away from the Medical College.
References
- ^ a b "List of Colleges Teaching MBBS | Medical Council of India". Archived from the original on 30 July 2017. Retrieved 23 October 2017.
- ^ "Nadda asks HP CM to expedite land transfer for health projects". The Times of India. 10 August 2016. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 5 March 2024.
- ^ "Two new medical colleges to open in Himachal". The Times of India. 17 March 2016. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 5 March 2024.
- ^ "HP CM lays foundation stones for various health infra projects". India Today. 13 September 2017. Retrieved 5 March 2024.
- ^ a b "About Us – YSPGMC Nahan".
- ^ "Sirmour: मेडिकल कॉलेज नाहन से कम्यूनिटी मेडिसिन में कर सकेंगे पीजी, राष्ट्रीय चिकित्सा आयोग ने दी मंजूरी". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 5 March 2024.