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'''Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur''' was founded in 1947,is located in Ajni which is part of South Nagpur [[Maharashtra]], [[India]].<ref>{{cite book|title=World directory of medical schools|year=2000|publisher=World Health Organization|isbn=9241500107|page=169|edition=7}}</ref> The college was affiliated with [[Nagpur University]] from 1947 to 1997, and subsequently [[Maharashtra University of Health Sciences|Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)]], Nashik.
'''Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur''' is a [[medical college]] located in Ajni which is part of South [[Nagpur]], [[Maharashtra]], [[India]].<ref>{{cite book|title=World directory of medical schools|year=2000|publisher=World Health Organization|isbn=9241500107|page=169|edition=7}}</ref> It was founded in 1947 and was affiliated with [[Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University]] from 1947 to 1997, and subsequently [[Maharashtra University of Health Sciences]] (MUHS).
 
== History ==
The architect for the project was D.G.Karajgaonkar and Sir Sobha Singh was the contractor.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Govt Medical College Nagpur(MS) Home |url=https://gmcnagpur.org/about-gmc-nagpur |access-date=2024-08-27 |website=gmcnagpur.org}}</ref> Within a year, the Nurses’ Hostel and present Hostel No.1 building was ready for the occupancy in the year 1949 itself.<ref name=":0" />


==Location==
==Location==
The college is located in south [[Nagpur]], the winter capital of the state of [[Maharashtra]]. The campus is stretched over an area of 196 acres. Government Medical College(GMC), Nagpur is also known to have the largest campus among all government medical colleges in Asia.
[[File:Nagpur Government Medical College and Hospital.jpg|thumb|Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur]]
The college is located in Ajni in South Nagpur. The campus is stretched over an area of 196 acres. Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur is also known to have the largest campus among all government medical colleges in Asia.


==Academics==
==Academics==
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* [[Radiography|Radio Diagnosis]]
* [[Radiography|Radio Diagnosis]]
* [[Radiology]]
* [[Radiology]]
== Laboratories and Research Facilities ==
* The '''Department of Pathology''' at GMC Nagpur encompasses sub-specialties including haematology, cytology, histopathology and maintains a fully functioning blood bank laboratory. <ref>{{cite web |title=Department of Pathology |url=https://gmcnagpur.org/pathology |access-date=2025-09-23 |website=Government Medical College Nagpur}}</ref>
* The '''Department of Microbiology''' maintains specialized laboratories for bacteriology, serology, mycology, virology, parasitology and immunology, enabling both diagnostic services and research in infectious diseases.<ref>{{cite web |title=Department of Microbiology |url=https://gmcnagpur.org/microbiology |access-date=2025-09-23 |website=Government Medical College Nagpur}}</ref>
* The '''Department of Physiology''' is one of the oldest at the college, established at the college’s inception in 1947, and has contributed to teaching, basic medical research and training of pre-clinical students.<ref>{{cite web |title=Department of Physiology |url=https://gmcnagpur.org/physiology |access-date=2025-09-23 |website=Government Medical College Nagpur}}</ref>


==Recognition==
==Recognition==


The college is recognized by the [[Medical Council of India|Medical Council of India (MCI)]], New Delhi.<ref>{{cite web|title=List of Colleges Teaching MBBS|url=http://www.mciindia.org/InformationDesk/MedicalCollegeHospitals/ListofCollegesTeachingMBBS.aspx|work=Medical Council of India website|publisher=Medical Council of India|access-date=14 March 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130318060327/http://www.mciindia.org/InformationDesk/MedicalCollegeHospitals/ListofCollegesTeachingMBBS.aspx|archive-date=18 March 2013|df=dmy-all}}</ref>
The college is recognized by the [[National Medical Commission]], [[New Delhi]].<ref>{{cite web|title=List of Colleges Teaching MBBS|url=http://www.mciindia.org/InformationDesk/MedicalCollegeHospitals/ListofCollegesTeachingMBBS.aspx|work=Medical Council of India website|publisher=Medical Council of India|access-date=14 March 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130318060327/http://www.mciindia.org/InformationDesk/MedicalCollegeHospitals/ListofCollegesTeachingMBBS.aspx|archive-date=18 March 2013|df=dmy-all}}</ref>


==Notable alumni==
==Notable alumni==
{{alumni|date=March 2019}}
* [[Shrikant Jichkar]], former member of the [[Indian National Congress]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Team |first=DNA Web |title=Meet Shrikant Jichkar, IAS with 20 degrees from 42 universities; he is India's most educated man |url=https://www.dnaindia.com/education/report-meet-shrikant-jichkar-ias-who-has-20-degrees-from-42-universities-he-is-india-s-most-educated-man-3033357 |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=DNA India |language=en}}</ref>
* [[Shrikant Jichkar]], former member of the [[Indian National Congress]]
* [[Ibrahim Ismail of Johor]], 25th [[Sultan of Johor]] and the 5th Sultan of modern Johor.  
* [[Prakash Amte]], social activist, Magsaysay awardee, director of [[Lok Biradari Prakalp]].
* [[Prakash Amte]], social activist, Magsaysay awardee, director of [[Lok Biradari Prakalp]].
* [[Mandakini Amte]], social activist, Magsaysay awardee.
* [[Mandakini Amte]], social activist, Magsaysay awardee.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-12-01 |title=Family tree of Baba Amte: Sons Prakash and Vikas Amte; who was Sheetal Amte and her role at Anandwan |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/india/article/family-tree-of-baba-amte-sons-prakash-and-vikas-amte-who-was-sheetal-amte-and-her-role-at-anandwan/689042 |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=www.timesnownews.com |language=en}}</ref>
* [[Zulekha Daud]], a renowned physician-turned-entrepreneur and [[Pravasi Bharatiya Samman]] awardee.
* [[Zulekha Daud]], a renowned physician-turned-entrepreneur and [[Pravasi Bharatiya Samman]] awardee.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Beeraboina |first=Lavanya |date=2023-12-19 |title=Zulekha Daud: Indian Woman Becomes UAE’s First Female Doctor and Dubai's Richest Indian Woman |url=https://www.medboundtimes.com/medbound-blog/zulekha-daud-indian-women-became-uaes-first-female-doctor-and-dubais-richest-indian-women |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=Medbound |language=en}}</ref>
* [[Sheetal Amte]], Indian public health expert, disability specialist and social entrepreneur.
* [[Sheetal Amte]], Indian public health expert, disability specialist and social entrepreneur.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Samachar |first=Team Janmat |date=2020-11-30 |title=Sheetal Amte Biography, Age, Mother, Father, Husband, Son, Daughter, Family |url=https://janmatsamachar.com/sheetal-amte-biography-age-mother-father-husband-son-daughter-family/#:~:text=Sheetal%20Amte%20studied%20medicine,working%20at%20Anandwan%20where |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=Janmat Samachar |language=en-US}}</ref>
* [[V. Maitreyan]], an Indian oncologist and politician from Tamil Nadu.
* [[V. Maitreyan]], an Indian oncologist and politician from Tamil Nadu.
* [[Ranjit Patil]], orthopedic surgeon and politician from Maharashtra.
* [[Ranjit Patil]], orthopedic surgeon and politician from Maharashtra.
* [[Abhay and Rani Bang]], social activist and researcher working in the field of community health.
* [[Abhay and Rani Bang]], social activist and researcher working in the field of community health.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gopinath |first=P. Krishna |date=2024-02-28 |title=Headling hearts and minds in Gadchiroli: The inspiring healthcare mission of the Bangs and SEARCH |url=https://frontline.thehindu.com/the-nation/public-health/headling-hearts-and-minds-in-gadchiroli-the-inspiring-healthcare-mission-of-the-bangs-and-search/article67890944.ece |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=Frontline |language=en}}</ref>
* [[Abhay and Rani Bang]], social activist and researcher working in the field of community health.
* [[Sunil Deshmukh]], former radiologist and politician from Maharashtra.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ashraf |first=Zainab |title=Sunil Panjabrao Deshmukh: Age, Biography, Education, Wife, Caste, Net Worth & More - Oneindia |url=https://www.oneindia.com/politicians/sunil-panjabrao-deshmukh-77039.html |access-date=2025-04-01 |website=www.oneindia.com |language=en}}</ref>
* [[Sunil Deshmukh]], former radiologist and politician from Maharashtra.
* [[Ravindra and Smita Kolhe]], an social activist & doctors
* [[Harminder Dua]], ophthalmologist discovered the 6th layer of cornea the DUA's layer.
* [[Vikas Mahatme]], ophthalmologist, social entrepreneur, former member of the Parliament
* [[Vikas Mahatme]], famous ophthalmologist, [[Padma Shri]] awardee and politician from Maharashtra.
* [[Harminder Dua]], ophthalmologist discovered the 6th layer of cornea the DUA's layer.<ref>Mudur, G.S. (13 June 2013). [https://archive.today/20131030093914/http://www.telegraphindia.com/1130613/jsp/nation/story_17002533.jsp%23.UnAFR_nryc8 "Indian surgeon finds new layer in cornea".] The Telegraph. India. Archived from [https://www.telegraphindia.com/1130613/jsp/nation/story_17002533.jsp#.UnAFR_nryc8 the original] on 30 October 2013. Retrieved 11 April 2018.</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* [http://www.gmcnagpur.gov.in Official website]
* [http://www.gmcnagpur.gov.in Official website] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130124074308/http://www.gmcnagpur.gov.in/ |date=24 January 2013 }}


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[[Category:Universities and colleges established in 1947]]
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Latest revision as of 16:28, 6 March 2026


Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur
MottoKnowledge, Patience, Service
TypeEducation and research institution
Established1947; 79 years ago (1947)
DeanDr. Raj Gajbhiye
Location
Nagpur
,
Maharashtra
,
India
Campus196 acres (0.8 km2)
AffiliationsMaharashtra University of Health Sciences, NMC
Websitegmcnagpur.org

Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur is a medical college located in Ajni which is part of South Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.[1] It was founded in 1947 and was affiliated with Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University from 1947 to 1997, and subsequently Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS).

History[edit | edit source]

The architect for the project was D.G.Karajgaonkar and Sir Sobha Singh was the contractor.[2] Within a year, the Nurses’ Hostel and present Hostel No.1 building was ready for the occupancy in the year 1949 itself.[2]

Location[edit | edit source]

Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur

The college is located in Ajni in South Nagpur. The campus is stretched over an area of 196 acres. Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur is also known to have the largest campus among all government medical colleges in Asia.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Government Medical College(GMC), Nagpur has various academic departments, with specialized laboratories and research centers.

Departments[edit | edit source]

Laboratories and Research Facilities[edit | edit source]

  • The Department of Pathology at GMC Nagpur encompasses sub-specialties including haematology, cytology, histopathology and maintains a fully functioning blood bank laboratory. [3]
  • The Department of Microbiology maintains specialized laboratories for bacteriology, serology, mycology, virology, parasitology and immunology, enabling both diagnostic services and research in infectious diseases.[4]
  • The Department of Physiology is one of the oldest at the college, established at the college’s inception in 1947, and has contributed to teaching, basic medical research and training of pre-clinical students.[5]


Recognition[edit | edit source]

The college is recognized by the National Medical Commission, New Delhi.[6]

Notable alumni[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ World directory of medical schools (7 ed.). World Health Organization. 2000. p. 169. ISBN 9241500107.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Govt Medical College Nagpur(MS) Home". gmcnagpur.org. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
  3. ↑ "Department of Pathology". Government Medical College Nagpur. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
  4. ↑ "Department of Microbiology". Government Medical College Nagpur. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
  5. ↑ "Department of Physiology". Government Medical College Nagpur. Retrieved 23 September 2025.
  6. ↑ "List of Colleges Teaching MBBS". Medical Council of India website. Medical Council of India. Archived from the original on 18 March 2013. Retrieved 14 March 2013.
  7. ↑ Team, DNA Web. "Meet Shrikant Jichkar, IAS with 20 degrees from 42 universities; he is India's most educated man". DNA India. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  8. ↑ "Family tree of Baba Amte: Sons Prakash and Vikas Amte; who was Sheetal Amte and her role at Anandwan". www.timesnownews.com. 1 December 2020. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  9. ↑ Beeraboina, Lavanya (19 December 2023). "Zulekha Daud: Indian Woman Becomes UAE's First Female Doctor and Dubai's Richest Indian Woman". Medbound. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  10. ↑ Samachar, Team Janmat (30 November 2020). "Sheetal Amte Biography, Age, Mother, Father, Husband, Son, Daughter, Family". Janmat Samachar. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  11. ↑ Gopinath, P. Krishna (28 February 2024). "Headling hearts and minds in Gadchiroli: The inspiring healthcare mission of the Bangs and SEARCH". Frontline. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  12. ↑ Ashraf, Zainab. "Sunil Panjabrao Deshmukh: Age, Biography, Education, Wife, Caste, Net Worth & More - Oneindia". www.oneindia.com. Retrieved 1 April 2025.
  13. ↑ Mudur, G.S. (13 June 2013). "Indian surgeon finds new layer in cornea". The Telegraph. India. Archived from the original on 30 October 2013. Retrieved 11 April 2018.

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