- Number of Students: 91
- Number of teachers : 4
- Overview of the tour: The primary objective of the visit was to gain a practical understanding of mental healthcare delivery, observe the functioning of various departments and learn about the institutional management of psychiatric patients.
The IV yr students reported at the Institute of Mental Health, Erragadda, Hyderabad on 1st August 2025 at 10.00 am along with the faculty members.
On reaching the venue, students were introduced to Dr. Venkat Subbaiah – Clinical Psychologist working at IMH. He gave a brief introduction to the functioning of the hospital that included information of different wards – OPD, IPD, Rehabilitation and Remand prison. After the introductory session students were grouped in 3 batches & taken around to see the various wards. Dr. Subbaiah and PG scholars posted in the wards discussed the cases, treatment protocols and therapies implemented for the patients.
The visit focused on three key areas: the Rehabilitation Centre, the Remand Prison, and the ECT. The multidisciplinary team of medical staff and therapists demonstrated an effective mental health care with the environment that meticulously adapted to meet the specific needs and safety requirements of its patient population.
