The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has taken a major step in advancing medical education by launching its own Post Graduate Institute of Medical Science. With approvals from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and state and central authorities, the institute has officially commenced operations, enrolling 22 students across five medical specialties at NMMC’s Nerul and Vashi hospitals.
The National Medical Commission has allocated 22 seats in key disciplines: Medicine, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Surgery. The admission process is complete, and the academic session for 2024-25 has begun at Maasaheb Minatai Thackeray Hospital in Nerul and the Public Hospital in Vashi. This initiative enhances medical training opportunities while ensuring that highly skilled doctors contribute to patient care in municipal hospitals.
Further strengthening its commitment to medical education, NMMC has also secured DNB (Diplomate of National Board) accreditation for Gynecology and Pediatrics at Rajmata Jijau Hospital in Airoli, where four students have been admitted for the current academic year.
To support the postgraduate institute, NMMC has invested in state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced medical facilities, and a qualified faculty team, including deans, professors, assistant professors, and essential staff at its hospitals in Vashi and Nerul. This initiative allows MBBS doctors to pursue specialized education within the municipal hospital system while improving the availability of expert medical care for patients.
Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde emphasized that the institute’s launch will strengthen NMMC’s healthcare services and provide high-quality treatment to Navi Mumbai residents. He highlighted that the presence of postgraduate medical students will not only enhance patient care but also elevate overall medical standards in municipal hospitals.
