Vinayaka Missions Medical College and Hospital, (VMMC), portrays graceful presence in the Karaikal region prominently by the bay of Bengal. It was established in 1996 by Dr. A. Shanmugasundaram who was a wonderful educationist and philanthropist. VMMC became a constituent part of the Vinayaka Missions Research Foundation, Deemed to be University in the following years.

Recognition and Accreditation

In Medical Council of India (MCI): In VMMC, they received the status of permanent recognition for the first time in 2003 which was updated in 2010 as well.

Under University Grants Commission (UGC): UGC has recognized them under The Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India

Met International recognition criteria – WHO and FAIMER – International Medical Education Directory (IMED)

Accreditations: National Accreditation and Assessment Council have accredited the institute, NABH has granted it pre-accreditation, TMC has also provided its recognition

Academic Programs

VMMMC has numerous undergraduate as well as postgraduate medical courses. Courses in certain branches such as General Medicine, General Surgery, Dermatology, O&G, Pediatrics, Anesthesiology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, and Biochemistry along with some PG Diploma courses were included in MCI’s recognition in 2006-2007.

Facilities

Hospital: A 590 bedded hospital with diagnostic and therapeutic departments with the latest technology. This healthcare facility provides a variety of health services with specialized clinics in cardiology, neurology oncology and many more.

Overall Description of the Infrastructure Facilities

Infrastructure: The campus is spread over an area of 70 acres, which is equipped with air conditioning, libraries, museums, laboratories, skill labs, and wireless Internet. It further offers round the clock emergency services, student support, and research services.

Hostels: The residential facilities offered to both boys and girls have an outstanding security system, and there are also facilities for medical advice and entertainment.

Research and Workshops

VMMC is committed to the research ethos and is involved in developing innovations, participating regularly in workshops and other CME activities like the VIN DERMA-24 Workshop and VINBIO DM-VIEW-2023 CME.

Leadership

The institution is fronted by prominent persons, namely, Dr. A.S. Ganesan (Chancellor), Dato's Sri Dr. S. Sharavanan (Pro-Chancellor), Mr. N.V. Chandrasekar (Vice-President) and Mrs. Arunadevi Chandrasekar (Managing Trustee).

Vision and Mission

VMMC’s commitment is to promote communities where people are healthier, by excelling in the fields of medical training, medical services focusing on the patient, as well as impact making research and clinical work of the highest standard. The mission envisages training of students and residents to become healthcare leaders, offering them the ability to integrate high quality and advanced care into life’s challenges.

Global Collaboration

The college has global collaborations and its graduates can pursue further education and career opportunities abroad, including associations with the medical councils of USA, UK, Australia, Malaysia and Singapore.

Conclusion

Vinayaka Missions Medical College and Hospital has emerged as a centre of excellence in medical education and healthcare delivery as students are provided with an excellent opportunity to study and practice medicine in a fully equipped, supportive, and internationally recognized environment.