Introduction to the Department of Samooganala Maruthuvam

Welcome to the Department of Samooganala Maruthuvam

The Department of Samooganala Maruthuvam provides specialized education and training in Siddha Community Medicine. It plays a vital role in promoting community health, disease prevention, and public health awareness through Siddha principles and modern healthcare approaches.

About The Program

The Samooganala Maruthuvam program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to enhance individual, family, and community health. The curriculum covers public health, preventive medicine, environmental health, nutrition, epidemiology, and reproductive health, integrating traditional Siddha concepts with contemporary healthcare practices.

The program emphasizes experiential learning through field visits, community health activities, clerkship training, health education programs, and research-based learning. Students gain practical exposure to public health services, disease prevention strategies, and community-oriented healthcare interventions, preparing them to address modern public health challenges effectively.

Vision

To be a leading centre of excellence in Community Health Medicine that promotes
healthy communities through Siddha wisdom, public health principles, education,
research, and service.

Mission

To provide quality education and training in Community Health Medicine.
To promote health and prevent diseases through community and Traditional -based interventions.
To integrate Siddha medical knowledge with modern public health practices.
To conduct research addressing community health needs.
To develop socially responsible healthcare professionals committed to improving the health