RN Cooper Hospital has been the first choice of candidates for DNB Orthopedics and other branches but it was somehow lagging when it came to DNB Psychiatry. However, things have now changed and Psychiatry department is fast becoming one of the best offerings in DNB . It is now one of the recommended choices for DNB psychiatry as its a complete medical college providing equivalence with MD psychiatry. Dr Ojasvi Batra who joined DNB Psychiatry here almost an year back answers some key questions about this place and tells us how it offers a balanced lifestyle (read as proximity to Juhu Beach) which is quintessential in today’s fast paced world. If you still have doubts about this hospital you can call him on 9991894504
DISCLAIMER : This information is for Guiding DNB /MD Aspirants only. This is not a review of Overall Patient care in These hospitals which may not be affected by what is being discussed here. The Information Provided here cannot be used for any other purpose or to asses the patient care in these hospitals. This is just a review of a postgraduate course running in the mentioned hospital and is meant for guiding medical aspirants only.
What was Your rank in DNB and your colleagues rank in DNB ?
3922. Colleague’s was 5000
How many consultants are there in your department in the concerned specialty?
4 Consultants and 3 SMOs.
What are the usual working hours??
8-2 OPD
How many emergency duties per week ?
8:30- 2 OPD. All days except Thursday(Ward Round) and Sunday.
Can you describe the work that you do everyday ?
Usual OPD 160-180 with around 15-20 new cases, except on Saturday (Pediatric Psychiatry OPD).
ECTs everyday.
Each day one first year, one Registrar and one SMO ON Call.
First year: 2 guys in total. So alternate day emergency duty. Initially see supervised ward calls, and later see Casualty Calls.
2nd and 3rd year(Registrars): Divide calls amongst themselves. Usually 4-5 calls per month.
Usually see 10-15 ward referrals plus casualty calls on every emergency duty.
Are you allowed to touch the patient ??
Individual freedom to decide treatment as per accepted guidelines.
How are the academics? any case presentations done?
Academics are irregular. Seminars are held more regularly and more frequently than lectures. But get to attend lectures being held at other Medical colleges almost every week. Exam like Case presentations on every Ward Round day.
How is the pass rate??
65 % passing rate
How satisfied are you with your choice?
Very satisfied
Any other departments at your institution good for DNB??:
Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Dermatology and Pathology.
Stipend and accomodation details:
42,600 for first year. Marginal increase every year. A 5k hike proposed and accepted by BMC. Arrears due from Aug 2015.
Accommodation available inside the Campus. No extra costs.
Any other info you would like to give?
The Institute is a Govt Medical College and 1300 bedded Super Speciality Hoapital and caters as a Tertiary level referral centre for a big part of Mumbai. Being a Super speciality government hospital there’s no dearth of patients and ample scope to learn Liaison Psychiatry also. The dept is due for further expansion this year with additional teaching staff due to come in. For those interested Multiple research projects going on regarding use of technology and EEGs.
Why did you chose this hospital?
1) Govt Medical College which ensures a good patient load. Also qualifies as a Teaching Hospital, thus bypassing the MCI ruling on equivalence.
2) Chance to attend Lectures at various Medical Colleges in the city. Small cities don’t offer this privilege.
3) Great place (Mumbai) and good stipend. Juhu beach is a KM away 🙂
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