Department of General Surgery
Surgical procedures and operative care
Introduction
The Department of Surgery started in November 1997 at DRPGMC Hospital Dharamshala with 2 faculty members. It shifted to Tanda in December 2007. Currently, the department has 10 faculty members, 125 bedded indoor wards, major OTs on the 3rd floor, and a 13 bedded burn ward. The OPD complex includes a minor OT, endoscopy room, and proctology room. Services include general surgery, pancreatico-biliary surgery, cancer surgery, thyroid surgery, breast surgery, and laparoscopic surgery. Renal transplant training is ongoing.
Vision & Mission
Vision
Expansion to 6 units (18 faculty, 180 beds). Advanced laparoscopic equipment, SICU, dedicated laparoscopic OTs, modular OTs. Continuous learning through CMEs and workshops.
Mission
Provide the highest quality clinical care and best training to PG/SR/MBBS students.