Department

Overview

The Department of General Surgery has been established since 1995 and has been offering postgraduate seats since 2006. It is the largest department of the university, featuring 23 faculty members with an average of 11 years of teaching experience and 30 postgraduate students. In 2020, the number of postgraduate seats increased from 6 to 10. The department actively participates in curriculum enrichment, offering IPC training and conducting sessions on yoga, hand washing, road safety, and patient safety.
Faculty and postgraduate students engage in national conferences and have received awards at both national and international levels, with notable achievements in research and ISR awards. The faculty is recognized at the national level, with members holding 19 fellowships. Students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, benefit from value-added courses and training in the skills lab.
The department's infrastructure includes a modular operating theater equipped with the latest laparoscopic technology and a harmonic scalpel. It also conducts six specialty clinics: Urology, Neurosurgery, Plastics, Breast, Paediatric Surgery, and Colorectal, with ongoing upgrades to surgical techniques. Workshops are organized in collaboration with industry partners, alongside internal workshops such as safe surgery workshops and wet lab workshops.
The department has played a vital role in organizing major university events, including NHSC, SANCON, and Foundation Day, for the past five years, with one faculty member even serving as a TEDx speaker. Additionally, the first patent of the university, the Suture Board, was granted to the department and the department also holds two copyrights, 72 publications, and 17 MoUs. The department is actively involved in grants, seed money, and consultancy projects. Notably, two faculty members occupy top administrative positions, namely Dean Academics and Vice-Chancellor/MS. As of 2024, the total number of postgraduate students in the department stands at 96.

Vision Mission

Vision:

  • Centre of Excellence for best teaching training program with Innovation in surgical techniques for providing highest level of patient care with Enhanced recovery after Surgery

Mission:

  • Make all Faculty and Students Skilled & Self dependent in field of Surgery
  • Leader in systems-based education, community outreach, patient care and research
  • To enhance the Infrastructure & Functional status of the department of surgery in next five years at par with other pioneer institutions of the country

HOD

Qualification: MBBS, MS
Work Experience: More than 25 years of experience
Academic Experience:

  • Currently working as Professor and HOD in General Surgery Department at Santosh Medical College & Hospital, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
  • Served as Professor, Department of General Surgery, Autonomous State Medical College (Government Medical College), Lakhimpur Khiri, UP from February 2024 to June 2024
  • Served as Professor, Department of Surgery, GS Medical College, Pilkhuwa, Hapur from 2022 to February 2024
  • Served as Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, GS Medical College, Pilkhuwa, Hapur from 2019 to 2022
  • Served as Assistant Professor, Saraswathi Institute of Medical Sciences, Anwarpur, Pilkhuwa, Hapur from 2015 to 2017
  • Served as Assistant Professor, ANIIMS, Port Blair in 2015
  • Served as Asst. Professor at Saraswathi Institute of Medical Sciences, Anwarpur , Pilkhuwa, Hapur, from 2012 to 2013
  • Previously worked at RML Hospital, New Delhi from  the year 1997 to 2000

Membership of Professional Bodies:

  • Life membership of Association of Surgeons of India
  • Life membership of Indian medical Association

Published Papers:

  • Paper published 1: (Index) Role of diagnostic Laparoscopy in acute right iliac fossa pain including suspended appendicitis 
  • Paper published 2: (Index) Incidence of Differentiated thyroid carcinoma in multi nodular goitre patients in western U.P
  • Paper published 3: (DoAJ) In March 2022  A prospective study of clinical profile and management of vericose vein in tertiary care hospital
  • Paper published 4:(DoAJ) In April 2022  A prospective observational study of surgical site infections in clean and clean contaminated surgeries in the tertiary care hospital
Dr. Yogendra Kumar

Professor & HOD

Thrust Areas

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Trauma and Emergency Surgery
  • Advanced Endoscopy
  • Surgical Education and Training
  • Surgical Quality and Safety
  • Global Health Initiatives
  • Research and Innovation
  • Geriatric Surgery
  • Surgical Simulation and Technology

Team

Facilities

Facilities of the General Surgery Department in a Santosh Deemed to be University may include:

  • Operating Theaters: Well-equipped operating theaters with state-of-the-art surgical instruments and technology to perform a wide range of surgical procedures. These theaters should adhere to strict infection control protocols to ensure a sterile environment.
  • Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU): A dedicated SICU equipped with advanced monitoring systems and specialized nursing staff to provide intensive care to post-operative patients. This unit should be capable of managing critically ill patients requiring close monitoring and specialized interventions.
  • Outpatient Clinics: Outpatient clinics where patients can receive pre-operative assessments, post-operative follow-up care, and consultations with surgical specialists. These clinics should provide a comfortable environment for patients and have diagnostic facilities such as imaging and laboratory services.
  • Diagnostic Imaging: Advanced imaging facilities such as X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound to aid in the diagnosis and pre-operative planning of surgical cases.
  • Endoscopy Suite: A specialized endoscopy suite equipped with the necessary equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. This facility allows for minimally invasive procedures and may include procedures such as colonoscopy, gastroscopy, and bronchoscopy.
  • Simulation Center: A simulation center where surgeons and surgical trainees can practice and refine their surgical skills in a controlled environment. This may include virtual reality simulators, laparoscopic training modules, and surgical simulation models.
  • Research and Education Facilities: Facilities for conducting surgical research, including laboratories for experimental studies and data analysis. Educational resources such as libraries, lecture halls, and audiovisual aids should be available to support the learning and training needs of surgical students and residents.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Collaboration with other departments and specialties within the university's medical center, such as Anesthesiology, Radiology, Pathology, and Oncology, to provide comprehensive and integrated care for patients with complex surgical conditions.
  • Support Services: Adequate nursing staff, dedicated surgical teams, and administrative support to ensure smooth operations and efficient patient management within the department. This includes scheduling, patient coordination, and documentation systems.
  • Quality Improvement Initiatives: Implementation of quality improvement programs and initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, reduce complications, and improve the overall quality of surgical care. This may involve regular audits, clinical pathways, and participation in surgical quality improvement collaboratives.

Research

Events

  • Industrial Visit
  • Workshop Of “Science Of Energy”
  • Guest Lecture “Acute Clinical Care & Clinical Appraisal”/li>
  • The Safe Surgery Workshop
  • Workshop On The Use Of Digital Resources For Self-Directed Learning And Early Clinical Exposure
  • Celebrated “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav”
  • Guest Lecture On “Recent Updates In Surgery”
  • Workshop On “Wet Lab Session On Intestinal And Vascular Suturing”
  • National Patient Safety Week
  • Blood Donation Camp
  • Celebrated World Heart Day

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