Shrine Board’s Medical College unveils Skill & Simulation Lab

CEO of the Shrine Board visiting Skill & Simulation Lab of SMVDIME.
CEO of the Shrine Board visiting Skill & Simulation Lab of SMVDIME.

Excelsior Correspondent

KAKRYAL, Apr 4: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) – Medical College of SMVDSB, achieved a significant milestone with the unveiling of its state-of-the-art Skill and Simulation Lab.
This cutting-edge facility is equipped with the latest technology and equipment, providing a comprehensive platform for enhancing hands-on medical training and skill development. The lab will benefit faculty members, MBBS and Nursing students, as well as paramedical staff by offering immersive training experiences that foster expertise and excellence in patient care.
Anshul Garg, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, inaugurated the Skill and Simulation Lab in the presence of Alok Kumar Maurya, Additional Chief Executive Officer; Dr Gopal Sharma, Asstt. Chief Executive Officer, SMVDSB; Dr Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director, SMVDIME, Associated Hospital and Principals from GMC Kathua and GMC Doda along with other SMVDIME officers and staff.
Following the inauguration, a guided tour of the lab revealed its state-of-the-art, high-fidelity training equipment which leverages cutting-edge technology to replicate real-world medical scenarios.
On the occasion, CEO, SMVDSB said that this ambitious plan, at the cost of Rs 350 crore, encompasses the development of a state-of-the-art Academic and Administrative Block for SMVDIME, accommodations for faculty and students and the expansion of the existing Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Narayana Superspeciality Hospital by adding around 250 beds. The ultimate aim is to increase the Medical College’s intake capacity from 50 to 100 seats, aligning with the Shrine Board’s decision, he added.
The CEO underscored that this cutting-edge facility will transform skill training, providing students with hands-on experience in a controlled and safe environment, besides, bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Furthermore, the CEO asserted that the facility will also train all Shrine Board employees in Basic Life Support (BLS) ensuring that pilgrims visiting the holy shrine receive optimal care.
Dr Yashpal Sharma, Executive Director, SMVDIME, said that this state-of-the-art facility embodies SMVDIME’s unwavering commitment to excellence in medical education as it provides a dynamic learning environment where students, interns and healthcare professionals can refine their skills and ultimately enhance patient care outcomes.