The theme of World Health day, this year being “Depression: Lets’ talk” Parul Institute of Public Health and Parul Sevashram Hospital carried out many innovative activities. The prevalence of Mental disorders especially Depression is on an alarming rise specially in youth and streamlining Mental disorders like other diseases and reducing stigma associated with these disorders is need of the hour. Some alarming facts and figures show that About 4.5 % of people suffer from Depression in India; 36 % are likely to suffer from Major depression at some point in their lives. Unfortunately half of those with severe mental disease are not treated. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among adolescents. The Objective of all the activities carried by Parul University was to convince people that mental disorders should be treated like any other physical disorders. The onset of activities was marked by an inauguration programme on 30th April in Parul University following which Programmes were conducted in seven villages of Waghodia, Taluka. Mobilization of people for the programme was carried out in each village and several activities were conducted: Focused Group Discussions on various aspects of mental health and common mental disorders among the adolescents, adults, and elderly group (both males and females separately) were conducted to ascertain the current level knowledge, attitude, and practices related to mental health. Pre-test for KAP (Knowledge, Attitude and Practices) regarding common mental disorders. Health Talk by Faculty member regarding The common mental disorders, their symptoms, and steps to be taken. The stigma attached with the mental disorders. Two skits to be enacted by the students of Parul Institute of Public Health. A video show on “Common Mental Disorders” for better understanding was shown. Post-test for KAP. Also, handbook with description of Depression and its related signs, symptoms, complications was prepared by students of Public Health in vernacular language and distributed amongst the people. Finally on the day of World Health Day on 7th April, a final event with summation and report presentation will be carried out.
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Dr. Komal Patel
Vice President (Medical & Paramedical Sciences)
Dr.Komal Patel serves as Member of the Governing Body in the University and Director. She’s eminent laproscopic surgeon , Gold medalist in Obstetric and Gynaecology as well as oversees smooth functioning of the Department in Parul Sevashram Hospital and she is actively involved in establishing and developing surgical departments in Parul Sevashram Hospital. She had worked as an Gynaecologist and Obstetrician in Parul Maternity Home in Baroda prior to joining Parul University.
Dr. Geetika Patel
Vice President (Quality, Research & Health Sciences)
Dr Geetika Madan Patel is a proficient doctor and administrator having pursued her MBBS and MD in Community Medicine with Gold Medal from the illustrious Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. Currently she is the Member of Board of Governance and Medical Director of Parul University.She has played key role in the establishment of various medical institutions & hospitals in Parul University and is now heading Parul Sevashram Hospital.
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Dr. Jagdish T. Gohil
Dr. Jagdish T. Gohil
Dean
Dr. Jagdish T. Gohil is the Dean at Parul Institute of Medical Sciences & Research. He has a vast experience of over 37 years in Obstetrics & Gynecology. He is an alumnus of Baroda Medical College. He has worked at the Government Medical College & SSG Hospital, Baroda in various capacities since 1988. He has been a UG & PG examiner at various universities in the country He is well known gynecologist has conducted many complicated surgeries during his tenure as Associate Professor at SSG Hospital, Baroda and still continues to do in spite of being the post of Dean. He has guided more than 30 PG students also more than 5 PhD. Scholars for their research. He has been an assessor for Medical facilities for the MCI at Medical Colleges & Hospitals. He has been a member of the PG council at the M.S. University of Baroda. He is life member of Indian Medical Association, Indian Association of Gynec Endoscopy, Life Member and Indian Menopause Society, life member of Indian Association of Gynec Oncology. He is active member of FOGSI since last 30 years. He had delivered many lectures in State and National Conferences.
M. No. : +91 9825151528 Email : medicaldean@paruluniversity.ac.in
Dr. Mrs. Kalpana R. Sulhyan
Dean
Dr. Mrs. Kalpana R. Sulhyan is the Dean at Parul Institute of Medical Science & Research. She has teaching experience of over 34 years. She was selected as Professor of Pathology by Maharashtra Public Service Commission in 2000 and she has worked as Professor & Head of Pathology department in various Government Medical Colleges in Maharashtra State. She retired from Maharashtra State Department of Medical Education and Research on 31st August, 2019. She was recognized PG Teacher of Maharashtra University of Health Sciences and was PG Teacher for more than 80 PG Students of Pathology. In her guidance, Department of Pathology of GMC, Miraj received histopathological excellence award at state level many times. She has 65 National & International Publications. She was appointed by Maharashtra State Government as Officer on Special Duty for development of three new Government Medical Colleges at Latur, Akola and Kolhapur. She has worked as Assessor of Medical Council of India for many Medical Colleges for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. She has worked as Dean of Government Medical College. She was selected as Dean by Maharashtra Public Service Commission.
M. No. : +91 9552012233 Email : medicaldean@paruluniversity.ac.in
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Dr.Devanshu Patel, a dynamic, visionary and proactive leader, is President of Parul University. His unflinching commitment to the cause of education and whose continuous efforts for spreading the cause of education not only in Gujarat but also in different states of India and also in 49 different countries have resulted in more than 25,000 students pursuing their undergraduate, post graduate and doctoral degree programmes in 34 academic institutions offering more than 160 degree programmes.
Dr. Atul Kumar Saxena
Medical Superintendent
Dr. Atul Kumar Saxena is a Medical Superintendent at Parul Institute of Medical Science & Research.Dr. A.K.Saxena, Medical Superintendent, brings to PSH a vast surgical experience of over 35 years in General Surgery. He is an alumnus of Baroda Medical College. He has worked at the Government Medical College & SSG Hospital, Baroda in various capacities since 1981. He has handled administrative duties as Medical Superintendent of 1500 bed SSG Hospital, Baroda, Additional Dean of Baroda Medical College and Head of EM Dept. He established the Department of Emergency Medicine at Baroda Medical College offering MCI recognised MD programme in EM. He has been on the selection boards of the UPSC & GPSC as subject expert. He has been a UG & PG examiner at various universities in the country and the NBE both for General Surgery & EM. He has guided more than 45 PG students for their research in General Surgery & Emergency Medicine. He has been an assessor for Medical facilities for the MCI and the NBE at Medical Colleges & Hospitals. He has been a member of the Senate and PG council at the M.S. University of Baroda. M. No. : 9825177292 Email : atulkumar.saxena77687@paruluniversity.ac.in
Dr. Dipesh Duttaroy
Director,Post Graduate Studies & Professor,General Surgery
Dr. Dipesh Duttaroy holds more than 38 years of rich and vast experience in General Surgery and is designated as Director – Post Graduate Studies and Professor in Department of General Surgery at Parul Institute of Medical Science & Research. He is superannuated as Professor and Head – Department of Surgery; Medical College Baroda and has also served in various capacities at Govt. Medical College Surat and M.P Shah Medical College Jamnagar. He has been Dean of students – Faculty of Medicine at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and as Postgraduate Guide in General Surgery for more than 50 students. As an ex- member of the ethics committee of Medical Council of India and presently ethics committee member HMPCMCE Karamsad and IECHR Medical College Baroda; Dr. Duttaroy holds a dignified position as subject expert in the selection boards for UPSC and GPSC, Examiner at various universities, National Board of Examinations & has been an assessor for accreditation facilities for the MCI and NBE.
Ms. Ekta Modi
Chief Operating Officer
Ms. Ekta Modi represents Parul Sevashram Hospital as Chief Operating Officer. With a vast experience of about 18+ years, she is an expert in the field of administration, quality, branding and marketing along with patient centric approach !
She holds a doctorate in Management Studies along with MBA (Healthcare Management) and certified for MDP by IIM Ahmedabad and AIIMS Delhi
