Government Medical College, Kozhikode
Government Medical College, Kozhikode
The Government Medical College, Kozhikode (pronunciation: [koːɻikːoːɖ] (Koṛikkoṭ), also known as Calicut Medical College, is a premier medical education institution located in the city of Kozhikode (formerly Calicut) in Kerala, India.
Etymology
The name "Kozhikode" is derived from "koyil" (palace) "kota" (fort), meaning 'fortified palace'. The city was known as the "City of Spices" for its role in the historic spice trade.
History
Established in 1957, the college was initially affiliated with the University of Kerala, and later with the University of Calicut. It is currently affiliated with the Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS).
Courses
The college offers undergraduate (MBBS), postgraduate (MD, MS, M.Ch, DM), diploma, and super-specialty courses in various disciplines of medicine and allied health sciences. It also offers nursing and paramedical courses.
Facilities
The college has a well-equipped hospital, research centres, hostels, and other facilities. It is known for its Cancer Research Centre, Chest Hospital, and Institute of Maternal and Child Health.
Notable alumni
Many of its alumni have made significant contributions to the field of medicine in India and abroad.
See also
References
External links
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Government Medical College, Kozhikode
- Wikipedia's article - Government Medical College, Kozhikode
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