Overview

Department of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda Hospital, Sharda University is organizing a field visit to the Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC) for the 1st Year MBBS Students of Batch 2026 on 23^rd October 2026. The visit provide students an early exposure to the functioning of a rural healthcare facility and help them understand the delivery of healthcare services at the community level. During the visit, students will be oriented to the organization and functioning of the RHTC, primary healthcare services, preventive and promotive healthcare activities, community participation, health education, and the role of healthcare professionals in addressing the health needs of rural populations. The field exposure will help students connect their classroom learning with real-world community health practices and develop an understanding of the importance of comprehensive and community-oriented healthcare.

Objectives of Event

• To familiarize First-Year MBBS students of Batch 2026 with the organization and functioning of a Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC).
• To familiarize students with the roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals in rural healthcare delivery.
• To sensitize students towards social determinants of health and community engagement.

Convener Details

Advisor(s):

• Dr. Nirupma Gupta - Dean, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University
• Dr. Amit Singh Pawaiya - Associate Dean, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University 

Convener / MEU Co-ordinator:

• Dr. Shalini Srivastava - Professor & Head, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University 
• Dr. Harsh Mahajan – Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University 

Co-ordinators:

• Dr. Kabita Barua – Associate Professor, Dept. Of Community Medicine, Sharda School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University