DCI suggests three months of compulsory rural posting for dentists

July 9, 2011

Manipal, July 09: The Dental Council of India has initiated steps to reintroduce internship and also to make three months of rural posting compulsory, according to the DCI president Dr Dibyendu Mazumdar.

At the inaugural function of the XI National Post Graduate Convention of Indian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologists at Fortune Inn Valley View on Saturday, Dr Mazumdar said that the Union Health Ministry had been informed of the decision.

“I have already met Union Health Minister, Mr Ghulam Nabi Azad in this connection and told him of the need to bring back the internship programme,” Dr Mazumdar said and added, “The minister has agreed to reintroduce the programme”.

Incidentally, the DCI had in 2007 scrapped internship to make BDS a five year course. Kerala was the only state, which continued with the system of internship in its government dental colleges keeping it on par with the medical course. The Kerala chapter of the Indian Dental Association had gone to court against the decision to scrap the internship.

Dr. Mazumdar, the new President of the Council said a team had gone around the country taking the opinion on the reintroduction from faculty, students and mananagement. To his pleasant surprise, they all wanted it to be brought back. He stressed the need for internship/house surgeon for one year after the completion of four years under graduation BDS course.

The need for dental treatment in rural setup with compulsory postings of three months has been on the top of his agenda which is backed by the Ministry of Health and Family Affairs. In addition to this he stressed the need for the colleges to coordinate with the primary health centers for catering to patients who are underprivileged and needy. He highlighted the importance and scope of research in the field of oral pathology which has to be utilised to the fullest by all.

The need for dental treatment in rural setup with compulsory postings of three months has been on the top of his agenda which is backed by the Ministry of Health and Family Affairs. In addition to this he stressed the need for the colleges to coordinate with the primary health center for catering to patients who are underprivileged and the needy. He highlighted the importance and scope of research in the field of oral pathology which has to be utilised to the fullest by all the faculty and staff.

Dr. Ramdas Pai, the Chancellor of Manipal University declared the XI National PG convention of IAOMP Open. Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro Chancellor in his address said, “Manipal University encourages such conventions and workshops where the faculty gets an opportunity to update themselves with the everchanging knowledge of a subject”.

Dr. Purushotham Nainani, President of Indian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologists, highlighted the need for such theme based conventions particularly for post graduates as it is a forum for exchange of scientific ideas of highest standard.

The convention is being attended by over 600 delegates from across the country. Dean of Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Dr Nirmala Rao welcomed the gathering and gave an overview of the two-day meet. Dr Raghu Ramanathan, Organising Secretary and HoD, Oral Pathology proposed the vote of thanks.

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President Dental Council of India, Dr Dibyendu Mazumdar addressing the gathering at the XI National Post Graduate Convention of Indian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologists at Fortune Inn Valley View on Saturday

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April 28,2020

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April 9,2020

Bengaluru, Apr 9: A special task force--set up by the government of Karnataka--submitted a report to the Chief Minister of Karnataka BS Yediyurappa, putting forward recommendations suggesting minimisation of restrictions in districts where there is nil or minimum cases, here on Wednesday.

The committee said: "COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients should be segregated and online health services should be encouraged. Restrictions should be minimised in districts where there is nil or minimum cases of COVID-19 and lockdown should be continued in hotspot areas with quarantine measures strictly being implemented."

With regards to the testing of likely patient, the committee informed that rapid test kits would help to quarantine more likely patient. "The rapid test kits will arrive in April 12. These kits will boost our facility and would help us in quarantining the more people."

On the subject of lifting transportation ban, the committee suggested that the transport of goods and services must continue but with regards to passenger carriers, they are suspended till April 30.

"Goods and Transportation should be allowed, but passenger carriers should be banned until further orders. No buses, trains nor flights will be plying till April 30. No metro trains and auto-rickshaws should be allowed and an odd-even system transport system should be implemented," the committee added.

The committee also suggested that all industries, IT, BT and Garments should be made to work on 50 per cent strength. Garments workers should be allowed to stitch PPEs, which are in more demand. And for construction workers, the committee suggested that they should be allowed to work at sites at 50 per cent strength.

They suggested that educational institutions remain closed till May 30 and online classes must be encouraged.

Dr. Devi Shetty heads the Taskforce and Dr. C. N. Majunath, Dr. Nagaraj, Dr. Ravi and Sudharshan were also the part of the committee.

According to the Ministry of health and family welfare, 181 cases have been reported in the state so far. A total of 5,734 positive cases have been reported of which, 166 are dead and 473 are cured/discharged and migrated.

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January 10,2020

Mangaluru, Jan 10: To mark the Karavali Utsav the district administration held a colourful procession from Nehru Maidan to Karavali Utsav Grounds Lalbagh here on Friday.

The colourful procession was inaugurated by the District Minister In-charge Kota Srinivas Poojary by lighting the traditional lamp along with other dignitaries. Various troupes from all over the state are participating in the procession from Nehru Maidan to the Karavali grounds.

Addressing the gathering Kota Srinivas Poojary said, “Karavali Utsav is a meaningful festival. The Tradition and culture of Dakshina Kannada is very meaningful. By organizing Utsav’s we are highlighting our tradition and Culture to national and international levels.

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