Anatomy




Anatomy


Introduction
The Department of Anatomy is one of the foundational departments of Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai, dedicated to providing a strong anatomical foundation for undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. The department is committed to excellence in teaching, academic development, research, and professional training.
The department provides comprehensive instruction in Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology, Neuroanatomy, Radiological Anatomy and Clinical Anatomy through interactive lectures, practical sessions, dissection, demonstrations, seminars, group discussions, and problem-based learning. Modern teaching methodologies and clinically oriented approaches are incorporated to help students understand the relevance of anatomy in diagnosis, clinical practice, and surgical procedures.
The department offers postgraduate training in M.D. Anatomy, with emphasis on advanced anatomical knowledge, teaching skills, research methodology, dissection, and academic presentations. Postgraduate training includes seminars, journal discussions, group discussions, pedagogy sessions, practical demonstrations, assessments, and hands-on anatomical learning.
The department caters to the MBBS programme, with 150 undergraduate students admitted annually, and also contributes to the teaching and training of students enrolled in various Allied Health Sciences programmes, including Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, B.Sc. Optometry, B.Sc. Dialysis Technology, B.Sc. Cardiac Technology, B.Sc. Radiotherapy & Imaging Technology, B.Sc. Radiotherapy Technology, Diploma in Radiodiagnosis Technology, Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology, and B.Sc. Anaesthesia Technology.
A major strength of the department is its active involvement in research and academic activities. Faculty and students undertake research projects and scholarly activities, including projects supported through ICMR and other academic collaborations. The department also actively conducts and participates in CME programmes, academic competitions, anatomical model-making activities, cadaveric workshops, and hands-on training programmes aimed at enhancing anatomical and surgical skills.
The department places particular emphasis on clinical and applied anatomy, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration with surgical and other clinical specialties. Cadaver-based workshops and hands-on training provide valuable opportunities for postgraduate students, medical professionals, and trainees to develop a deeper understanding of three-dimensional anatomy and its application in clinical and surgical practice.
With a commitment to academic excellence, innovation, research, ethical practice, and compassionate service, the Department of Anatomy strives to nurture competent healthcare professionals with a strong understanding of human anatomy and its clinical relevance.
Infrastructure
The Department is well equipped with a Dissection hall and Histology lab to train the undergraduates and post graduate students. It also has research lab with required equipments. It houses a museum with separate sections for comparative anatomy, sectional anatomy and embryology lab. Different laboratories of the department conduct both basic and applied researches.
Spectrum of Activities:
Both conventional and modern methodology of teaching and learning anatomy is being applied by the department. Modern Methodology include 3D Embryology models, Clinical charts, Sectional Anatomy, Comparative Anatomy. The Faculty members and Residents are actively involved in academic activities such as journal club presentations, Pedagogy for continued learning.
◈   Interactive small group discussions for AETCOM.

◈   Smart board upgrades the level of teaching technically

◈   3D embryology models that are being utilised for academic training and teaching purposes.

◈   Clinical charts for objectively structured practical examination.

◈   Sectional Anatomy enables cardiology and Forensic residents to enhance their knowledge on anatomy.

◈   Cadaveric Workshop have been conducted in association with Department of Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT surgeons and Neurosurgeons to enhance their hands on skill as well as health care services.

Services
Teaching and training:

A) M.D (Anatomy) Postgraduation degree course

B) MBBS course

C) Interdisciplinary and integrated teaching sessions to the residents and post graduates.

D) Allied Health Sciences Courses

BACHELOR OF SCIENCES

  1. 1. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (BOT)
  2. 2. B.Sc. Optometry
  3. 3. B.Sc. Dialysis Technology
  4. 4. B.Sc. Cardiac Technology
  5. 5. B.Sc. Radiography & Imaging Technology
  6. 6. B.Sc. Radiotherapy Technology
  7. 7. B.Sc. Anaesthesia Technology

DIPLOMA COURSES

  1. 8. Diploma in Diagnostic Radiology Technology (DRDT)
  2. 9. Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology (DRTT)
Faculty


S. No		 NAME EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION DESIGNATION   TNMC REGISTRATION NO RECENT PASSPORT SIZE PHOTO (SOFT COPY)
1 Dr. V. RAJAPRIYA MBBS., MS., PROFESSOR & HOD 77712
2 Dr. M. ANURADHA MBBS., MD., DA ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR 60145
3 Dr. Y. JALAJA MBBS., MD., ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 119760
4 Dr. S. VIDHYA MEENA MBBS., MD., ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 96960
5 Dr. P. CHRISTABEL DIVYA MBBS., MD., ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 101327
6 Dr. MOHAMED SAMIULLAH MBBS., MD.,DA., SENIOR RESIDENT 90407
7 Dr. V. THAMARAI SELVI MBBS., MD., SENIOR RESIDENT 81449
8 J. STEPHY MBBS., TUTOR 132150
9 Dr. A. RASHEKA MBBS., TUTOR 145997
10 Dr. M. SUBBULAKSHMI MBBS.,DO., TUTOR 78975
11 Dr. T. VIDHYAA MBBS., TUTOR 75366
12 Dr. S. PREETHI SOPHIA MBBS., TUTOR 173685
13 Dr. S. MAHESHWARI MBBS., TUTOR 157390
14 Dr. M. RAAKESH MBBS., TUTOR 141666
Research and Publication

1. RESEARCH ACTIVITIES COMPLETED :


S.NO RESEARCH PROJECT TITLE
1. Morphometric study of semitendinosus muscle with its clinical implications
2. Morphometric study of cricothyroid membrane and its clinical implications
3. A study on morphology, morphometry and histology of antero-lateral ligament of knee joint
4. A cadaveric study of the variations in terminal branches of popliteal artery
5. Morphology and morphometry of flexor hallucis longus
6. A Study on the branching pattern of Human Aortic arch and its variations.
7. Carotid bifurcation and branching pattern of external carotid artery - a cadaveric study
8. Morphometric study of stylomastoid foramen
9. Morphological analysis and morphometric study of digastric muscle with its clinical implications
10. The tentorial notch – anatomical variations, morphometric analysis, classification and its relation to skull size in Indian population
11. A cadaveric study of anatomy of accessory obturator nerve
12. Incidence, Morphometry and Variations of Psoas Minor Muscle in Adult Human Cadavers
13. Morphological analysis of nutrient foramen in human adult clavicle with its clinical implications
14. Morphological analysis of acromion process and its variations in dried adult human scapula
15. Morphology and morphometric study of flexor retinaculum of hand and its clinical implications
16. Morphology and morphometric study of dorsalis pedis artery with its clinical implications
17. Morphology and morphometric study of human adult dry femur and its clinical significance
18. Morphological Study of Palmaris Longus muscle in the human Cadavers and its clinical implications
19. Morphological and morphometric study of fifth lumbar vertebrae and its clinical implications
20. Morphological study of superior vena cavae and its variations
21. Morphological study of extensor carpi radialis brevis
22. Morphological study of Hepatic artery and its variation
23. Morphological study of liver and its clinical implications


2. ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES :


S.NO RESEARCH PROJECT TITLE
1. Morphometric Analysis of Human Auricle in Young Adult Population of Chennai
2. Morphometric Analysis of the Proximal Humerus in Adult Human Dry Bones and Its Clinical Implications
3. Supinator Muscle with Emphasis on Arcade of Frohse and Anatomical Basis of Posterior Interosseous Nerve Entrapment
4. Transorbital and Supraorbital Approaches to the Insula: Anatomical Study with Surgical Implications.
5. An Anatomical Study of the Skull Base via the Extended Endoscopic Endonasal Approach: Insights from Cadavers and Dry Skull
6. Anatomical Study of Cerebrovascular Architecture and Its Surgical Implications: Cadaveric and Morphometric Analysis
7. Morphological and morphometric analysis of the posterior cranial fossa dural venous sinuses in adult human cadavers and its surgical implications
8. Morphological and morphometric analysis of dural venous sulci in the posterior cranial fossa of adult human skulls
9. Morphometric analysis of middle cranial fossa triangles in adult human cadavers and its surgical implications


3. ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES – POSTER :


S. No. PROPOSED RESEARCH POSTER
1 Anatomical study about external aspects of liver and its clinical importance
2 Posterior Communicating Artery Aneurysm: Anatomical and Neurovascular basis of Oculomotor nerve palsy
3 The Glymphatic system of the Brain : An Anatomical- Neuroscience interference in cerebral waste clearance
4 Hypoplasia of Intracranial Part of Vertebral Artery-The Quiet Asymmetry
5 Morphological and Morphometric Analysis of Hypoglossal Canal in Dry Skulls in south indian population and It's Significance in Cranial Base Surgeries
6 Morphometric and Morphological Analysis of the Anterior Communicating Artery and Its Clinical Significance
7 Anatomical and Radiological study of the morphological variations of the sphenoid sinus


4. ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES – PAPER :


S. No. PROPOSED RESEARCH POSTER
1 Morphometric study of bicipital groove of humerus with its clinical implications
2 Morphometry of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Its Anteromedial and Posterolateral Bundles: Anatomical and Surgical Perspectives
3 Anatomical Study of the Long Thoracic Nerve in Relation to Thoracic Spine Approaches
4 Beyond the Duodenum: The Ligament of Treitz
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