National Doctors’ Day is celebrated on 01 July every year in India for the past 32 years (since 1991), honouring the legendary and renowned doctor Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. Dr B.C. Roy was born on...

ಆರೋಗ್ಯವೇ ಭಾಗ್ಯ ಆರೋಗ್ಯವನ್ನು ಕಾಪಾಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುವುದು ,ರೋಗಗಳನ್ನು ತಡೆಗಟ್ಟುವುದು ,ಚಿಕ...

It was a pleasure to have tested Mr. Sharath Kumar, 1500 meter (T-12; blind category) elite Para athlete at the state-of-the-art Human Performance Lab, Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, Bangalore. Sharath is...

  A medical emergency can occur to anyone anywhere at any time.  These are two ways a common man can actively respond to emergencies and help save victims’ lives. Ramaiah Emergency Acute Care ...

Dengue fever is an acute mosquito-borne viral infection. It is more common in tropical and subtropical climates. It is also known as break-bone fever. Types of Dengue & Symptoms Dengue fever can h...

  Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when microorganisms namely bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites do not respond to antimicrobials which they were earlier susceptible. AMR makes infection...

What is an Endoscopy? Endoscopy is a non-surgical procedure that enables visual examination of the digestive tract of the patient. Your doctor can view a magnified video capture of the digestive tract...

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Various strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually t...

The present Bangalore weather change has greatly affected the health of children and adults. Respiratory infections and allergies are on the rise. However, there is a decline in the number of cases of...

  March 8th is International Women’s Day. “Embrace Equity” is the theme of Women’s Day this year. Equal opportunities are just not enough.  This year, Women’s Day goes beyond that. We ...

An allergy is defined as an immediate type I hypersensitivity reaction to the allergen. Allergy can have an impact on various organs, particularly respiratory system, releasing chemicals that cause in...

  World Kidney Day is a global campaign observed every year to raise awareness on the importance of kidneys in our bodies.  It is celebrated on 2nd Thursday of every March. Kidneys play an impor...

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a volume of blood having a high concentration of platelets which improves the adhesive properties and the process of wound healing. Platelet-rich plasma increases the bod...

The Medical ICU, also known as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Critical Care Unit (CCU), is a highly specialized department designed to provide round-the-clock care to patients with severe and life-t...

  What is Hernia? This can be explained as a weakness in the Abdominal wall which leads to protrusion of the contents of the abdominal cavity outside of the abdominal wall leading to a visible sw...

Ear discharge is one of the commonest symptoms of ear disease. It is seen in roughly about 10% people. It can be of different types and is associated with many conditions of ear. Watery type discharge...

Lung cancer is the leading cause of global cancer incidence and mortality, accounting for an estimated 2 million diagnoses and 1.8 million deaths. Neoplasms of the lungs are the second most common can...

  Smoking is an addiction that continues to dominate several lives. Many a time a person thinks he would like to give it up, but is helpless and gives in to the craving out of sheer habit. He kno...

    What are cleft palate and cleft lip?   Cleft lip and palate are two different conditions, but they often occur together. A cleft lip is a split in the upper lip that can extend to the n...

World Suicide Prevention day (WSPD) is observed on 10th September every year. This was started in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Orga...

On September 8th, we celebrate World Physiotherapy Day, honouring physiotherapists’ vital role in improving global well-being through movement and rehabilitation. The Origin: World Physiotherapy...

For many people going to the bathroom may not be as simple as it seems. These patients may have lost control over their bladder function resulting in either increased frequency, inability to empty the...

  Type 2 diabetes cases are very high in India. It can prove very harmful if neglected.  A lifestyle disease, diabetes is very common due to changing diets and a sedentary lifestyle.  If you ha...

Breast milk is a unique source of food for babies which contains all necessary nutrients that ensures the infant’s health, growth and development. Milk production in mother is regulated by the h...

What is the Pancreas and the disorders associated with it?    The pancreas was largely ignored in the past – both as an organ as well as a seat of the disease. It was only in the 17th century ...

  There has been a sharp increase in upper respiratory infections being reported across the country. According to reports the H3N2 variant of the Influenza virus is reportedly responsible for the...

Whoever thought someone could die, from infections that are caused by Fungi! They can infect anywhere from the brain to the skin, Mucor loves diabetics more than their skin. Fungal spores are everywhe...

Janhavi was born pre-mature and didn’t cry at birth. Now, at 8 years of age, the smile never leaves her face! Except, when she has to go to her previous hospital for review sessions. She is a child ...

Ensuring Patient Safety: A Comprehensive Approach at Ramaiah Memorial Hospital Ramaiah Memorial Hospital proudly holds accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthca...

  Stem cells are precursor cells that are undifferentiated and are able to self-renew and also develop into many different cell types through differentiation. These stem cells serve as an interna...

World Alzheimer’s day is celebrated on 21st September every year to raise the global awareness and to support the patients and their families to fight against Alzheimer’s disease and other dementi...

Vaccine: A great boon!   For us doctors, the Human Papilloma Vaccine is a great boon in the prevention of cervical cancer.  This major breakthrough is like a streak of light in the treatment of ...

  April 17, 2023 is World Hemophilia Day. The theme of the event this year is “Access for All: Prevention of bleeds as the global standard of care”. The day is being held since 1989, which ma...

What is rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty is a surgery that changes the shape of the nose. The motivation for rhinoplasty may be to change the appearance of the nose, improve breathing, or both. the upper port...

Many years ago, the great English physician Thomas Sydenham concluded, “A man is as old as his arteries.”  More than 300 years later and this still holds true since these blood vessels ca...

Pregnancy is a normal physiological process, a phase of life to be enjoyed and cherished. Any pregnancy that comes with complications, whether mild or severe, can affect the mother and the baby. Hence...

Cosmetic gynaecology is a relatively new concept. Plastic surgery procedures are common on the face and other parts of the body to make someone look and feel young. Rejuvenating a dry vagina, say, aft...

    Malaria is an acute infectious disease caused by a protozoa “Plasmodium”. Malaria is transmitted by the bite of female anopheles mosquito. Malaria is endemic to certain areas in Indi...

  Bronchial asthma, commonly known as asthma, is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Asthma is a condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the air...

    There’s a fundamental aspect of medicine that has so far been irreplaceable with technology: Blood.   Blood is a living tissue with an abundance of live cells that are fundamental...

Robotic hysterectomy is a minimally invasive surgery mainly done for benign gynaec conditions, gynaec oncology, and urology.     When performed robotically, the surgeon uses the da Vinci sys...

World Asthma Day is observed on the first Tuesday of May every year. The primary objective is raising awareness about asthma, the causes and symptoms and effective ways of managing the condition. This...

    Have you just undergone a bypass? Have you got a stent done? Have you recovered from a heart attack? Are you suffering from diabetes? Are you taking too many BP medications? Then you nee...

November is Prematurity Awareness Month.   India has the dubious distinction of having the highest number of preterm births in the world. Approximately one to ten babies are born prematurely. In ...

Hand hygiene is the act of cleaning your hands to prevent the spread of germs, bacteria, and viruses. It is a simple yet effective way to prevent the spread of illnesses and diseases. Hand hygiene is ...

  Nurses are the backbone to any health care organization. Nurses have been providing health care for ages and very efficiently too. We all know the dedication of Florence Nightingale, who took c...

  World Cancer Day is held on February 4th every year to raise awareness and encourage action against cancer. The goal is to save millions of preventable deaths each year by increasing education ...

Lupus is a serious life-altering, autoimmune disease that occurs when the body system attacks its own tissues and organs. World Lupus Day was created by Lupus Canada in 2004 to raise awareness of this...

A patient of mine noticed a small lump on her left breast, but could not consult a doctor due to her busy schedule. She kept on putting off the visit as she had no pain. She visited the OPD after abou...

World Thyroid Day, observed annually on May 25th, is a significant occasion that raises awareness about thyroid disorders, their impact on health, and the importance of early detection and proper mana...

Stroke can occur in any person irrespective of age, gender or time of the day. A 28-year-old lady in good health was returning from a birthday party late in the evening. She developed sudden onset rig...

Smoking and tobacco use have long been known to have damaging effects on health. Tobacco consumption, including smoking, is one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide. Despite the well-k...

There are 100,000 miles of blood vessels in the adult human body. If they are straightened out at full length, they could encircle the earth several times! The whole network of these blood vessels com...

    Do you know who this is? It’s the one that raises your eye pressure, snuffs out your optic nerve, and reduces your field of view. And his name is Glaucoma. From the epiglottis. He navi...

This week is GERD Awareness week.   Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) It is a disorder that affects the lower part of the esophagus (food pipe) due to abnormal and frequent acid exposure fr...

Critical Bronchoscopy performed to remove Bitter Gourd Seed   The 10 rigid bronchoscopies were performed on the patient with a forgotten foreign body in the right lung. She had presented with a c...

  I recently had a patient who walked into my OPD with a very worried expression on his face. I could sense from his demeanor that he had received some disturbing news. He was desperately seeking...

Food safety is a critical concern in our hospital, and we follow a multidisciplinary approach that involves various stakeholders. Here are some key aspects we focus on to ensure food safety: FSSAI Lic...

The ‘World Brain Tumour Day’ is celebrated on June 8th every year, to bring awareness about ‘Brain Tumours’ and to support patients with brain tumour. Life is not a bed of roses for anybod...

  If your legs pain while walking, this may be the first indicator of a leg attack, known in medical terminology as Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).   Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is ...

  The Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology at Ramaiah Medical College has state-of-the-art facilities, offering an unparalleled opportunity to study Forensic Medicine in a fully operati...

Karl Landsteiner, an Austrian born American biologist, physician and immunologist discovered the ABO blood groups and laid the foundation for the modern Transfusion Medicine. His birthday on June 14 i...

On World Autism Day…. What is autism? Autism is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. People with autism often have problems communicating and interacting with people and ar...

  The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a retrovirus which targets our immune system. It weakens our defence mechanisms against infections and some types of cancers. The virus damages the cel...

It has been nine years since the United Nations declared the 21st of June to be the International Day of Yoga. A matter of great pride for all Indians, as it showcases not only the benefits of one of ...

A 38-year-old female presented to the emergency department with an alleged history of penetration of air borne metal piece into the right side of the neck. She was standing near welding work at around...

  India is reported to have a prevalence rate of 1.5 to 2.5 % of development delay in kids under 2 years of age. Developmental delay is when a growing child fails to achieve age-appropriate miles...