Microbiology Department | Viswabharathi Medical College

Department of Microbiology

🦠 "Infection Detection. Immune Protection. Innovation in Every Slide."

Established in 2014, the Department of Microbiology at Viswabharathi Medical College is a cornerstone of diagnostics, education, and research. It plays a crucial role in infectious disease detection, infection control, and public health surveillance. Our NABL-accredited diagnostic units and advanced laboratories support accurate diagnosis and timely clinical decisions.

The department integrates virology, bacteriology, serology, molecular biology, and environmental microbiology with academic training to prepare future healthcare professionals for global infectious disease challenges.

Vision

To be a national leader in academic excellence, diagnostic precision, and microbiological innovation, contributing to global health and disease prevention.

Mission

To provide accurate and timely diagnosis of infectious diseases through state-of-the-art laboratories and evidence-based methods.

To deliver CBME-aligned microbiology education that is clinically relevant and research-oriented for UG and PG students.

To support national and institutional infection control programs with reliable surveillance and data interpretation.

To foster interdisciplinary research, innovation, and academic collaboration at regional and national levels.

To engage in community and public health outreach for infection prevention and antimicrobial resistance awareness.

Faculty

Professor

Dr. H. Ravi Chandra Prakash, MD

Dr. D. Sarada, M.D

Dr. Indluri Jahnavi, MD

Associate Professors

Senior Faculty

Dr. Akshatha P, MD

Assistant Professors

Teaching Team

Dr. Veeresh Kumar K, M.Sc,PhD

Dr. G. Mounika, MD

Dr. Rajeswari V,M.Sc, PhD

Dr. C Divya Teja, MD

Dr. K Fathimunnisa, MSc, PhD

Senior Residents

Residents

Dr. Syeda Aisha Effat,MD

Dr. P. Sushmanth, MBBS

Dr. N Saahithi Reddy,MBBS

Dr. T K Goutham,MBBS

Dr. Jeevan Kishore, MBBS

Dr. Arshia Begum,MBBS

Jr. Residents

Academic Staff

Dr. A. Srujitha Reddy, MBBS

Dr. Patan Safiaya Khan, MBBS

Dr. Syed Saif,MBBS

Dr. Bhavana Narravula,MBBS

Mrs. Vijaya Durga,MSc

Dr. M Sandeep, MBBS

Facilities & Academics

Infrastructure

ICT-enabled lecture halls, seminar rooms for PG discussions
Museum with specimens and models
Library with 85+ books and 20+ journals

Laboratories

UG Lab: Microscopes, staining reagents
PG Research Lab: Molecular diagnostics, autoclaves
NABL-accredited Virology Lab: RT-PCR, ELISA readers
Mycology/Parasitology: BOD incubators, specialized microscopes

Core Areas of Expertise

Bacteriology: Gram staining, cultures, antibiotic sensitivity
Immunology: ASO, CRP, RA factor testing
Serology: WIDAL, RPR
Virology: Hepatitis B & C, HIV, Dengue, Chikungunya
Molecular Virology: RT-PCR for COVID-19 & others
Mycology: KOH mount, fungal culture
Parasitology: Wet mount for ova/cyst detection
Environmental Surveillance: OT sterility checks, ICU infection audits

Key Equipment

RT-PCR for COVID-19, HIV viral load
Aerobic and anaerobic culture systems
TRUNAAT, fluorescent microscopes

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Teaching

CBME-based, NMC-aligned curriculum for MBBS, nursing, and allied health sciences. Emphasis on:

Clinical microbiology relevance
Antimicrobial stewardship
Infection control & public health microbiology

Postgraduate Teaching (MD Microbiology)

3-year MD program with 4 annual intake seats. Focus areas include:

Diagnostic proficiency and lab reporting
Teaching and seminar conduction
Interdisciplinary research & publications

Infrastructure, Laboratories & Summary

Infrastructure & Facilities

Faculty Rooms with internet and computers
Demonstration Rooms with whiteboards and projectors
Seminar Room for PG presentations and journal clubs
Museum with preserved specimens, disease models, and thematic charts
ICT-enabled Lecture Halls for MBBS and PG teaching
Library with updated microbiology texts and journal access

Laboratory Facilities

UG Lab: Microscopy and staining workstations
PG Research Lab: RT-PCR, biosafety cabinets, autoclaves
Culture Room: Aerobic and anaerobic incubation
Virology Lab: NABL-accredited RT-PCR, deep freezers
Serology: ELISA readers, vortex, centrifuges
Mycology: BOD incubators, fungal cultures
Parasitology: Wet mounts and processing units
Mycobacteriology: TRUNAAT, fluorescent microscopy
Documentation Room: Student records, logbooks, archives

Summary

The Department of Microbiology at Viswabharathi Medical College leads the way in academic microbiology and public health diagnostics. With modern infrastructure, NABL-accredited labs, expert faculty, and a robust research culture, the department continues to drive medical innovation, infection control, and education excellence.