ORIENTATION PROGRAM OF HS 2025-26

October 13, 2025

An orientation programme for the House Surgeons’ Batch 2025–2026 was conducted from 3rd October 2025 to 13th October 2025, with the objective of familiarizing newly inducted house surgeons with clinical responsibilities, institutional protocols, and professional expectations.

3^rd October – Departmental Orientation

Panchakarma – 10:30- 11:30 am

Kayachikitsa – 12:00- 1:00 pm

Salakyatantra – 2:00- 3:00 pm

Salyatantra – 3:00- 4:00 pm

4^th October – Departmental Orientation

Prasuti tantra & Stree roga – 9:00 – 10:00 am

Kaumarabhritya – 10:00 -11:00 am

Agadatantra – 11:00- 12:00 pm

Swasthavritta – 12:00- 1:00 pm

MRD/ODO – 2:00- 4 pm

6^th October

10:00- 11:00 am – Dr. Jyothi Sajayan

Medico-legal aspects and Ethics

NCISM regulations (National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (Ethics and Registration) Regulations, 2023).- The inters must be given knowledge of regulations regarding ethics for Rights and privileges of ISM practitioners.

11:30 – 12:30 pm – Dr. Swarochisha E V

Code of conduct

Duties and responsibilities of House surgeons

To develop into disciplined, ethically responsible, clinically competent Ayurveda physicians, aligned with NCISM standards of functionality of institute and hospital.

2:15 – 3:15 pm – Dr. Preethi Jose

Capacity Building and Personality development

To evolve into competent, ethical, and confident Ayurveda professionals capable of delivering quality healthcare and assuming leadership roles in clinical and community settings.

3:15 – 4:00 pm – Dr. Anoopkumar C A

Knowledge of HIMS (Hospital information Management system)

Hands on training of interns regarding – registration with generation of unique ID, management of OPD and IPD patients, referral, Prescription writing etc.

The interns were made familiar with contents, duration and conditions suitable or not suitable for issuing medical certificate with ethical consideration.

Interns were made familiar with different types of consents related to different clinical scenarios and departments

7^th October

9:00 – 10:00 am – Dr Sreenath

Biomedical waste disposal
Hospital infection Control
Patient safety Goals

10:00- 11:15 am – Inaugural Ceremony of Bhishakbhava

The Inaugural Ceremony of the 11th Batch of House Surgeons (2025–26) of Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad, was held on 7th October 2025 (Tuesday) at 10:00 a.m. in the ADH Auditorium. The programme, titled “Bhishagbhava – One Becoming a Physician”, marked the formal induction of the new batch of House Surgeons into their clinical phase of training.

The function commenced with a prayer, followed by the Welcome Address delivered by Dr. Rakhy M, Assistant Professor, Department of Shalyatantra, Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad. The Lamp Lighting Ceremony was then conducted, symbolizing the enlightenment of knowledge and the beginning of a new journey for the young budding physicians. The Inaugural Address was delivered by Dr. Sheba Sunil, Principal, Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad, who inspired the new batch to uphold the values of Ayurveda and approach their clinical training with dedication, compassion, and professionalism. This was followed by felicitations from eminent faculty members and dignitaries —Dr. Preethi Jose, Medical Superintendent, AAMCH Palakkad, Dr. Swarochisha E.V., Senior Consultant, AAMCH Palakkad, Dr. Anoopkumar C.A., Professor and HOD, Department of Panchakarma, AAMC Palakkad, Dr. Betsy Baby, Staff Advisor, AAMC Palakkad, Mr. Shibu, Hospital Administrator, AAMCH Palakkad. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Lakshmi N. Menon, Assistant Professor, Department of Kaumarabhritya, AAMC Palakkad.

The ceremony, which concluded by 11:30 a.m., was a memorable and inspiring occasion that motivated the new batch of House Surgeons to begin their professional journey with enthusiasm and a strong sense of responsibility.

11:30 – 12:30 am – Dr. Anoop Kumar N S

Know AYUSH Regulatory bodies:

Information regarding AYUSH Ministry and its functions.
Knowledge of different National and State Organizations, State ISM registration councils and other regulatory bodies related to ASU system.

2:00 -2:30 pm – Dr. Durga

Laboratory

To utilize diagnostic investigations responsibly, maintain safety and accuracy, and integrate laboratory evidence with Ayurvedic clinical judgment, thereby improving the quality of patient care.

2:30 -3:00 pm – Dr. Ayana

Medical Records department (MRD) and documentation standards:

Introduction to MRD and its importance in patient care
Types of records: OPD slips, IPD files, lab reports, consent forms, birth/death certificates, and discharge summaries.
Record maintenance and retrieval

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Dr. Ajesh M Pillai

8^th October

9:00 – 9:30 am – Ms Medha

9:30 – 10:00 – Dr. Sumina

10:00- 11:00 – Dr. Sandeep

Ayushmaan Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM): Telemedicine and E-Sanjeevani, Hand on training on HPR portal, Tele-medicine, and e- sanjeevani should be given to interns.

11:00 – 12:00 – Dr. Vishnu

Laboratory investigations with clinical application

12:00 – 1:00 – Dr. Ranesh

Entrepreneurial opportunities in AYUSH:

Brief of MSME schemes.

2:00 – 3:00 pm – Dr. Ayana

Medical value travel and AYUSH VISA:

Introduction to Heal by India and Heal in India.

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Dr. Deepa

9^th October

9:00 – 10:00 am – Dr. Preethi Jose

10:00- 11:00 am – Dr. Sunil Kumar Nair

Atyayikchkitisa (Emergency or Casualty Management) – Kayachikitsa

Demonstrate common protocol of Casualty
Sensitize internees with emergency medications and common types of

11:00 – 12:00 pm – Dr. Arya

Pharmacy & Pharmaco-vigilance –

Introduction to Hospital/College Pharmacy
Dispensing Practices:

Classical formulations (churna, ghrita, taila, avaleha, asava-arishta, vati/gutika), Proprietary medicines, SOPs for OPD and IPD supply, Label interpretation

12:00 – 1:00 pm – Dr. Manju

Drug and Magic remedy Act:

Medical certificate
Briefing of medico legal aspects of objectionable advertisement.

2:00 – 3:00 pm – Dr. Ganga

Entrepreneurial opportunities in AYUSH:

Job or other career opportunities after
Knowledge of different prospective fields available for AYUSH interns after completion of degree.

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Dr. Haripriya

Swasthavrutta & Yoga (Lifestyle Management, Public Health and yoga):

Roles and responsibilities in respect to Dietary regimen and Yoga.

10^th October

A Clinical Workshop was organized by Vaidyaratnam Oushadhasala in association with Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College Hospital, Palakkad, under the theme “Ayurveda-First.” The workshop was held on 10th October, Friday, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College Hospital, Ahalia Campus, Palakkad, Kerala. The workshop was inaugurated by Dr. Sheba Sunil, Principal, Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad.
In her inaugural address, Dr. Sheba emphasized the importance of integrating traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern diagnostic and therapeutic advancements to enhance clinical outcomes. She appreciated the efforts of Vaidyaratnam Oushadhasala in conducting such academic and skill-enriching sessions for Ayurveda students and practitioners. The workshop aimed to provide clinical insight into the practical application of Ayurvedic principles in specialized fields, particularly focusing on:

Emergency management of sports injuries using Ayurvedic protocols.
Integration of Ashtavaidya tradition in the field of Shalakya Tantra (Ayurvedic ENT and Ophthalmology).

Session Details

Session 1: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Topic: Role of Ayurveda in Emergency Management of Sports Injuries (Sprains, Strains & Contusions etc.) along with Radiological Assessment
Speaker: Shameer Thodengal, MD (Ay)
Designation: Director, Crescent Ayurveda Orthopaedic & Sports Injury, Mankada, Malappuram

Session 2: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Topic: Integration of Ashtavaidya Tradition in Shalakya Tantra
Speaker: Adarsh Varma, MS (Ay)
Designation: Assistant Professor, Department of Shalakya Tantra, Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College, Ollur

The workshop provided an enriching academic experience, successfully combining theoretical knowledge and practical clinical insights. The event highlighted the potential of Ayurveda in specialized areas such as sports medicine and Shalakya Tantra, encouraging students and professionals to uphold and apply classical Ayurvedic wisdom in modern healthcare contexts.

11^th October

Physiotherapy class

13^thOctober

9:30 – 10:30 am – Dr. Betsy

Radiological investigations – Clinical Perspective

10:30- 11:30 am – Dr. Preethi

Primary Health Care (PHC): Orientation on the internship training in Primary Health Centre or Community Center or Rural Hospital or District Hospital or Civil Hospital or any Government Hospital of modern medicine or Ayurvedic Hospital or Dispensary

11:30 -12:30 pm – Dr. Vidya

Atyayikchkitisa (Emergency or Casualty Management) – Salyatantra