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BGMCH

Barasat Government Medical College & Hospital

Affiliated to West Bengal University of Health Sciences

Physiology

Understanding Life's Mechanisms

10 Faculty 150 Students 6 Services

About the Department

From the Head of Department

Our department is dedicated to providing comprehensive understanding of physiological processes through modern teaching methods and cutting-edge research.

HOD

Dr. Rajesh Kumar Singh

Professor & HOD

Vision

To excel in physiological sciences education and research, contributing to better understanding of human health.

Mission

Providing quality education in physiological sciences and conducting innovative research in human physiology.

Established

1954 - Founding department

Academic Programs

MBBS

12 months

Comprehensive physiology curriculum for medical students

Intake: 150 students

MD Physiology

3 years

Postgraduate program in physiological sciences

Intake: 2 students

Infrastructure

  • Advanced Physiology Laboratory
  • Computer-aided Learning Center
  • Research Laboratory
  • Equipment Maintenance Room

Equipment

  • Spirometry Equipment
  • ECG Machines
  • Blood Pressure Monitors
  • Centrifuge Machines
  • Microscopy Unit

Library Resources

  • 300+ Physiology Books
  • Research Journal Access
  • Digital Learning Materials
  • Video Demonstrations

Faculty Directory

Teaching Staff

# Image Name Registration No. Designation Email ID Publications Services
1 Faculty
Dr. Rajesh Kumar Singh
MBBS, MD (Physiology)
WBMC 45123 Professor & HOD drrajeshsingh@bgmch.ac.in

Resident Doctors

Resident

Dr. Anita Sharma

2nd Year MD

Specialization: Respiratory Physiology

Non-Teaching Staff

Staff

Mr. Sunil Kumar

Lab Technician

Research & Publications

Ongoing Research Projects

Exercise Physiology in Diabetes

Study of physiological changes during exercise in diabetic patients

PI: Dr. Rajesh Kumar Singh Funding: ₹12 Lakhs (ICMR)

Recent Publications

Cardiovascular Response to Exercise in Young Adults

Singh RK, Sharma A, Kumar S

Indian Journal of Physiology (2024)

Impact Factor: 2.1
32
Publications
245
Citations
10
H-Index
3
Active Projects

Clinical Services

Pulmonary Function Testing

Complete lung function assessment

Timing: Mon-Fri, 9 AM - 4 PM

Contact: 033-25523228 Ext 401

Student Outcomes

Academic Performance

Pass Rate 93%
First Class 75%
University Rank Holders 6

Career Outcomes

Higher Studies 20%
Employment 90%
Research Scholars 8

Success Stories

Dr. Priya Patel (Batch 2020)

Best Student Award in MD Physiology

Outreach & Inclusivity

Community Programs

Community Health Screening

Basic physiological parameter screening in rural areas

Beneficiaries: 1500+ people annually

Diversity Statistics

58%
Women Students
30%
Other States/Countries
25%
Economically Challenged