Admission Faculty Syllabus Fee Affiliation
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy training was introduced in India in the year of 1952. This health service is one of the most popular and sought after treatment in western countries. Although it has been more than five decades since its introduction in our country the awareness is only gradually but surely growing. It is quite certain that considering the population of the country and the number of therapist produced every year, the profession has a tremendous potential for development in few years to come.
Bachelors in Physiotherapy
Students will be trained in core skills like manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and the application of electro physical modalities. By the end of the course students will be able to identify and maximize movement potential through motion.
Scope in Physiotherapy
Higher studies: The completion of the bachelors’ degree course in physiotherapy opens up multiple avenues for further studies. The undergraduate students are eligible for masters in physiotherapy in India and abroad countries like UK, Australia and New zealand. They are also eliglible to do DPT (Doctorate in Physiotherapy) in USA. Apart from this students can also pursue studies in varied streams like M.Sc Anatomy, Physiology, Post graduate diploma in sports sciences, Hospital administration etc.
Job Prospects
In India first contact practice and referral practice is possible in physiotherapy. The investment needed to set up a basic physiotherapy clinic is meager but has a very huge potential which would enable the professional to lead a successful life.
It has become a part and parcel of any hospital to have a full fledged physiotherapy department opening up many job vacancies both as clinical physiotherapists and as academic faculty.
Physiotherapists forms very important members of the rehabilitation team.They extend their professional skill to various voluntary organizations in India and also to the ones managed by the UN. They are also required to serve as volunteers in times of natural calamities.
As fitness nowadays is not a partial statement but a serious pursuit for many individuals. Instead of going for non professional and non scientific methods of training, people are aware that physiotherapist can give tailor made fitness programs to cater to their requirements.
The course conducted in this college is recognized by various international credentialing agencies, which makes the students considered competent to work in overseas countries. Physiotherapists from India have already created a niche for themselves through quality services and academic excellence. There is tremendous opening for Indian therapist to work in developed nations like the USA, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Middle east countries.
Admission
Duration of Course:
The duration of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) is 4 ½ years followed by 6 months internship. The medium of instruction is English for all the subjects of study and for the examination of BPT course.
Eligibility:
Candidates who have a minimum of 45% aggregate marks in Physics, chemistry and biology are eligible and should have completed 17years of age as on 31st of December of the year of admission.
Faculty
Department of Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy:
- Dr. Pravin Aaron, MPT, Cardio Respiratory Physiotherapy, Principal
- Dr. Sridevi, MPT Cardio Respiratory, Asst. Professor
- Dr. Subin Solomen MPT Cardio Respiratory, Lecturer
- Dr. A. Gopala Krishna, MPT Cardio Respiratory, Lecturer
Department of Electrotherapy:
- Dr. Krishna Priya, BPT, Lecturer
- Dr. Khursheed, BPT, Lecturer
- Dr. Ayeeza Naz, BPT, Lecturer
Department of Neurology Physiotherapy:
- Dr. Trupti Joshi, M.Sc. MPT, Neurology, Asst. Professor
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Dr. Prabhu.C, MPT, Neurology, Asst. Professor
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Mrs. Anita Prem, MPT Neurology, Asst. Professor
- Ms. Baljeet Kaur, MPT Neurology, Lecturer
Department of Muscolo Skeletal Physiotherapy:
- Dr. D.Balachandran, MPT, Asst. Professor
- Dr. Punjabi Srinivas, MPT, Asst. Professor
- Dr. Maheswari, MPT, Asst. Professor
Department of Mobilization & Manipulative Therapy:
- Dr. Pearlson, MPT Musculo Skeletal, Asst. Professor
- Dr. Hemanth, MPT, Asst. Professor [Vice Principal]
- Dr. Guruprasad, MPT, Musculo-Skeletal, Asst. Professor
Department of Exercise Therapy & Sports Physiotherapy:
- Dr. Arun Prasad, M.Sc. PT Sports Physiotherapy, Associate Professor [Vice Principal]
Department of Anatomy:
- Dr. Vasudeva.R, MBBS (FAGE), Lecturer
- Dr . Naveen , MBBS, MS [Anatomy]
Department of Physiology:
- Dr. Sudhir, MD Physiology, Asst. Professor
- Dr.C.N.Ashwath Narayan MBBS, Lecturer
- Mrs. Neena Mathew Aaron, M.Sc. Medical Physiology, Asst. Professor
Department of Biochemistry:
- Ms.Smitha Joseph, M.Sc. Medical Bio-chemistry, Lecturer
Department of Microbiology:
- Prof. Rajesh Shenoy, M.Sc. Microbiology , Professor
- Ms. Pavithra, M.Sc. Microbiology, Lecturer
Department of Pathology:
- Dr. Nagarajappa, M.D Pathology
Department of Sociology:
- Mr. Prasanna Kumar, M.A, Lecturer
Department of Psychology:
- Dr. Rajitha Menon, M.Sc., Ph.D, Asst. Professor
Department of Bio Engineering:
- Mr. Abu Kahar, M.Sc. Lecturer
Department of General Medicine:
- Dr. Pradeep, M.B.B.S, MD, Lecturer
Department of Surgery:
- Dr. Srinivas, M.S. General Surgery, Lecturer
Department of Neurology & Neuro Surgery:
- Dr. Vijayalakshmi, M.S (ENT), Lecturer
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology:
- Dr. Akkamahadevi, M.D (OBG), Lecturer
Department of Cardio Respiratory:
- Dr. Hiremath, M.B.B.S, MS, DNB (CTS), Lecturer
Department of Orthopaedics:
- Dr. Parthasarathy, M.B.B.S, D (ortho), DNB (ortho), Lecturer
Department of Opthomology:
- Dr. Somanath, M.B.B.S , MD, Lecturer
Department of Social & Preventive Medicine:
- Dr. Chandrashekar.B.G, M.S, Ph.D
Department of Psychiatry:
- Dr. Swaminathan, M.B.B.S, MD, Lecturer
Department of Community Based Rehabilitation:
- Dr. Ram Murthy, M.B.B.S, MD, Lecturer
- Mr. Girish N., MPT CBR & Geriatric Rehabilitation, Lecturer
Clinical Training
The Students are posted in various hospitals where they have adequate clinical exposure. The Rotatory Postings for undergraduates is held at:
1. NIMHANS
2. SAK (Sports Authority of Karnataka)
3. ESI hospital, Rajajinagar and Indiranagar.
4. Sumanahalli Leprosy Rehabilitation and Training
5. Narayana Hrudayalaya
6. Padmashree Diagnostics
7. Padmashree Clinic and Rehabilitation centre
8. HOSMAT Hospital, Bangalore.
Syllabus
First Year
Anatomy
Physiology
Biochemistry
Biomechanics
Psychology
Sociology
English
Kannada
Basic Nursing
Orientation to Physiotherapy
Integrated Seminars / PBL Sessions
Second Year
Pathology
Microbiology
Pharmacology
Exercise Therapy
Electrotherapy
Research Methodology & Biostatics
First Aid & CPR
Constitution of India
Introduction to Treatment
Clinical Observation Posting
Third Year
General Medicine
General Surgery
Orthopedics & Traumatology
Orthopaedics & Sports Physiotherapy
Cardio-Respiratory & General Physiotherapy
Supervised Rotatory Clinical Training
Fourth Year
Neurology & Neurosurgery
SPM (Community Medicine)
Neurology & Neurosurgery Physiotherapy
Community Based Rehabilitation
Supervised Rotatory Clinical Training
Ethics, Administration & Supervision
Evidence Based Physiotherapy Practice
Project Work
Fee Structure
- Tution Fee: Rs. 60,000 per Year
Admission Fee:
- For Indian Students: Rs. 9,000
- For SAARC Students: Rs. 14,000
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Draft Payable at Bangalore in the name of Padmashree Institute of Physiotherapy
Affiliation
Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Recognized by Government of Karnataka
Tentative Calendar of Events for BPT I year
Batch 2007-2008
Batches |
2007 – 2008 |
Remarks |
Events |
Stream |
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Commencement of classes |
October 11, 2007 |
Depending on RGUHS Notification |
1st session |
Sept-Dec, 2007 |
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1st session examination |
Jan 1 -Jan 15, 2008 |
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Cultural/Sports/Graduation |
Feb 4 - 16, 2008 |
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2nd session |
Jan-April, 2008 |
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Mid term vacation |
April/May 2008 |
During the Supplementary University Examination |
2nd session examination |
April/May 2008 |
Starts on the next working day after the supplementary university examination in April / May |
3rd session |
May-August 2008 |
From the next working day after the supplementary university examination |
3rd session exam |
July 14-31, 2008 |
Depending on the University Exam dates set by RGUHS |
Preparatory Holidays |
August 1-31, 2008 |
Depending on RGUHS Notification |
Depending on RGUHS Notification |
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Last working day |
Last working day of August 2008 |
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Examinations |
Third week of September, 2008 |
Depending on RGUHS Notification |
Results |
October, 2008 |
Depending on RGUHS Notification |
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