Departments
Saran Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital
Anatomy
Derived from Greek “anatome” meaning “to cut up,” Anatomy is the foundational science studying human body structure. Our department provides comprehensive understanding of organs, tissues, and systems through detailed dissection, models, and modern imaging techniques. Students gain essential knowledge of body architecture, preparing them for clinical practice and understanding the physical basis of health and disease in homoeopathic medicine.
Physiology and Bio-Chemistry
Physiology, from Greek “physis” (nature) and “logos” (study), examines body functions, while Bio-Chemistry explores life’s chemical processes. Our integrated department teaches how organs function, metabolic pathways, and biochemical reactions. This knowledge forms the scientific foundation for understanding health, disease mechanisms, and the body’s response to homoeopathic remedies, bridging traditional medicine with modern science.
Organon Of Medicine
The cornerstone of homoeopathic philosophy, “Organon” means “instrument” in Greek. Based on Dr. Samuel Hahnemann’s fundamental work, this department teaches core principles including the Law of Similars, minimum dose, and individualization. Students learn the philosophical foundations, case-taking methodology, and therapeutic approaches that distinguish homoeopathy as a complete medical system with unique healing principles.
Homeopathic
Pharmacy Our pharmacy department combines traditional preparation methods with modern pharmaceutical standards. Students learn drug preparation, potentization processes, quality control, and dispensing techniques. The department maintains extensive medicine stocks, prepares fresh remedies, and teaches the art of pharmaceutical preparations following Hahnemannian principles, ensuring therapeutic efficacy and safety in homoeopathic drug manufacturing and distribution.
Materia Medica
Latin for “medical material,” Materia Medica is the study of medicinal substances and their therapeutic properties. Our department provides comprehensive knowledge of homoeopathic remedies, their sources, preparation methods, and clinical applications. Students learn drug pictures, symptomatology, and therapeutic relationships, developing expertise in remedy selection and understanding the vast pharmacological treasure of homoeopathic medicine.
Pathology
From Greek “pathos” (suffering) and “logos” (study), Pathology investigates disease processes, causes, and effects. Our department teaches disease mechanisms, diagnostic techniques, laboratory investigations, and microscopic examination. Students understand how diseases develop, progress, and manifest, providing essential knowledge for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning in homoeopathic practice.
Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Forensic Medicine applies medical knowledge to legal matters, while Toxicology studies poisons and their effects. Our department teaches medico-legal aspects, autopsy procedures, toxicological analysis, and courtroom testimony. Students learn to handle legal cases, identify poisoning, conduct post-mortem examinations, and provide expert medical opinions in judicial proceedings, ensuring ethical medical practice.
OBS & Gyane
Obstetrics and Gynaecology focuses on women’s reproductive health, pregnancy, and childbirth. “Obstetrics” derives from Latin “obstetrix” (midwife), while “Gynaecology” comes from Greek “gynec” (woman). Our department provides comprehensive training in maternal care, reproductive disorders, and surgical procedures, emphasizing gentle homoeopathic approaches to women’s health throughout all life stages.
Surgery
From Greek “cheirourgos” meaning “hand work,” Surgery involves operative procedures for treating diseases and injuries. Our department teaches surgical principles, techniques, and post-operative care while emphasizing homoeopathy’s role in pre and post-surgical management. Students learn when surgical intervention is necessary and how homoeopathic treatment can support healing and recovery processes.
Repertory
A systematic index of symptoms and their corresponding remedies, Repertory serves as the homoeopathic physician’s essential reference tool. Our department teaches repertorization techniques, case analysis, and remedy selection using classical and modern repertories. Students master the art of symptom evaluation, rubric selection, and systematic approach to finding the most similar remedy for each case.
Community Medicine
Focused on population health, prevention, and public health measures, Community Medicine addresses healthcare at the community level. Our department teaches epidemiology, health statistics, preventive medicine, and community health programs. Students learn to assess population health needs, implement preventive strategies, and promote community wellness through homoeopathic principles and public health approaches.
Paediatrics
From Greek “pais” (child) and “iatros” (healer), Paediatrics specializes in children’s health and development. Our department provides comprehensive training in childhood diseases, growth patterns, vaccination, and developmental milestones. Students learn gentle homoeopathic approaches to treating infants, children, and adolescents, emphasizing safe, effective treatment methods suitable for growing bodies and developing immune systems.
Psychiatry
Derived from Greek “psyche” (mind) and “iatros” (healer), Psychiatry deals with mental health disorders and emotional wellbeing. Our department teaches psychological assessment, mental health conditions, and homoeopathic approaches to psychiatric treatment. Students learn to understand mind-body connections, emotional symptoms, and holistic treatment strategies that address mental health through individualized homoeopathic prescribing.
Research Methodology & Bio-Statistics
This department teaches scientific research principles, statistical analysis, and evidence-based medicine approaches. Students learn research design, data collection, statistical interpretation, and critical analysis of medical literature. The curriculum emphasizes developing research skills, understanding clinical trials, and contributing to homoeopathic research that validates traditional healing methods through modern scientific methodologies.
Practice Of Medicine
The clinical application of medical knowledge, this department integrates all medical sciences into practical patient care. Students learn clinical examination, diagnosis, treatment planning, and case management. The department emphasizes developing clinical skills, therapeutic reasoning, and professional competence in applying homoeopathic principles to real-world medical practice, ensuring graduates become skilled, compassionate physicians.
Department of Yoga
From Sanskrit “yuj” meaning “to unite,” Yoga represents the union of mind, body, and spirit. Our department teaches therapeutic yoga, meditation techniques, and pranayama for health promotion and disease prevention. Students learn yoga’s healing applications, stress management, and integration with homoeopathic treatment, providing holistic approaches to wellness and supporting the mind-body healing process.