Calcutta Medical College
Calcutta Medical College
The Calcutta Medical College, also known as Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, is one of the premier medical institutions in India. It was established in the year 1835 in Kolkata, the capital city of the Indian state of West Bengal.
Pronunciation
The pronunciation of Calcutta Medical College is /kælˈkʌtə ˈmɛdɪkəl kəˈliːdʒ/.
Etymology
The name "Calcutta Medical College" is derived from the city of its establishment, Calcutta (now known as Kolkata), and its purpose as a medical education institution.
History
The Calcutta Medical College was the first institution in India for the teaching of Western medicine. The college has been associated with several notable medical practitioners and researchers. It has contributed significantly to the development of medical science in India.
Courses
The college offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in various fields of medicine and healthcare, including Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Pathology, and Radiology.
Affiliations
The Calcutta Medical College is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences and is recognized by the Medical Council of India.
Related Terms
- Medical education
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Pathology
- Radiology
- West Bengal University of Health Sciences
- Medical Council of India
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