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- Solapur Road, Vijayapura - 586103
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The Department of Surgery was established in 1986 with basic facilities and faculty. Dr. S.S. Narasanagi, then Director of the institute, Dr. Phansalkar and Dr. Veerbasavant Reddy were the pioneers in establishing the department. Later Dr. R. S. Kulkarni, Dr. Ranga Rao and Dr. S. F.Patil were in charge of the department for some time. Dr. B.C.Uppin, a senior surgeon, joined the team as Medical Superintendent.
The department has proved its value from the very first day of its inception with good surgical work backed by healthy academic activities. Dr. P. L. Kariholu, an Oncosurgeon, joined in 1990 and took over as Head of the Department in 1992. With his dedication, hard work, and quality surgical care, he became well known in a short period. All the hard work of the team started paying dividends. In a short time, the department became well-known for successful surgical outcomes in various cases, good academic culture and student and patient-friendly attitude with a disciplined approach.
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The Department of General Surgery has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic research and innovation from 2020 to 2023, with 36 publications, including 33 original research articles and 3 case reports, featured in indexed journals such as SCOPUS and DOAJ. The department’s research output reflects a total citation range of 1 to 33, an impact factor of 3.511, and an H-index of 16, showcasing the growing influence of its scholarly work.
In addition to publications, the department is actively engaged in medical innovations and patents. Notably, Dr. Deepak Chavan, Associate Professor, has been granted two patents for an Anatomized Table for Surgical Anatomy and a Wireless Patient Monitoring System for SICU care. Other innovations include a 3D scanning technique for visible surgical swellings (winner at the national level), a Dual Lens Video Proctoscope (patent filed), and a low-cost suturing set developed by postgraduate students for skills lab training — reflecting the department’s drive for practical, impactful surgical advancements.
The Department of General Surgery at BLDE (Deemed to be University)’s Shri B. M. Patil Medical College is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure that supports comprehensive clinical training, advanced research, and high-quality patient care. The department houses a fully functional clinical demonstration room, a departmental library and seminar hall with over 230 medical books and journals, and a research laboratory with all essential equipment. The department also features an independent office area, OPD chambers, and an IP department with 210 beds spread across 7 surgical units.
Explore our gallery showcasing major surgical cases, advanced procedures using Laser (Lasotronics), Thunderbeat, and laparoscopic technologies. Also featured are our faculty members actively integrating ICT-enabled tools for innovative teaching and clinical excellence.
The Department of General Surgery at BLDE (Deemed to be University) has continually distinguished itself through academic excellence, surgical innovation, and community outreach. Our faculty members have published over 36 research articles between 2020 and 2023, including 33 original articles and 3 case reports, across reputed journals indexed in SCOPUS and DOAJ, reflecting our strong commitment to evidence-based practice and academic contribution.
Our faculty have also made remarkable strides in surgical innovation, with Dr. Deepak Chavan, Associate Professor, securing two patents – one for an Anatomized Table for Surgical Anatomy and Dissection Learning, and another for a Wireless Patient Monitoring System for SICU Care. His innovation, 3D Scanning of Visible Surgical Swellings, won first prize at the national level, and several other tools like the Dual Lens Video Proctoscopy and low-cost suturing sets for skill labs have been either patented or developed in-house, promoting cost-effective surgical education.
Additionally, the department regularly organizes and participates in national conferences, CME programs, and surgical workshops, while also contributing significantly to rural outreach and public health through specialty clinics and health camps. These achievements stand testament to our faculty’s clinical expertise, research rigor, and dedication to advancing surgical education and patient care.
The Department of General Surgery at BLDE (Deemed to be University) is committed to advancing surgical education through a wide array of academic and clinical activities. Events like SURGIFEST – Postgraduate Instructional Course & PG Mock Exam 2024, and Basic Surgical Skills and Cadaver Lab Workshop provide hands-on training and real-time assessment for postgraduate students, strengthening both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Beyond academics, the department emphasizes social responsibility and awareness through initiatives such as the Free Cancer Screening & Awareness Camp, and observances like World Rabies Day and World Patient Safety Day. A series of guest lectures, CME programs, cadaveric anatomy sessions, and interactive workshops on digital advancements in surgery ensure that students and faculty remain updated with evolving surgical trends.
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