122 Patients Benefit from Outreach Initiative by Department of Community Medicine
The Department of Community Medicine, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, in collaboration with SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), conducted a free medical camp at the Government Middle School, Kalivandhapattu on 31st July 2025.

A total of 122 outpatients received medical attention during the camp. Of these, 23 patients were referred to SRM Medical College Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
The camp brought together a dedicated team of doctors and healthcare professionals from multiple departments, including:
●  General Surgery
●  Ophthalmology
●  ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
●  Paediatrics
●  Obstetrics & Gynaecology
●  Dermatology
●  Orthopaedics

Each department provided on-site consultations, basic health screenings, and treatment. The initiative aimed to improve access to medical services in rural communities and raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and preventive care.
Faculty, postgraduates, and support staff from the participating departments played an active role in ensuring the success of the camp. Community members expressed appreciation for the timely and compassionate care offered.

Such outreach efforts are part of SRMIST’s ongoing mission to extend healthcare beyond the hospital and into the heart of the community.