TNDME

Directorate of Medical Education

Provision of quality medical care to the public and the provision of qualified human resources are the twin functions of the Directorate of Medical Education. The Directorate of Medical Education, functioning from July 1966, is providing health care facilities for the patients at Tertiary level. The directorate is also developing teaching, training and research programs in the Medical field besides administration of Government Medical Colleges and teaching hospitals. In addition to the above objectives, it involves effective supervision of the Selection Committee for admission to Medical, Para 54 Medical and Nursing Courses. The Directorate of Medical Education serves as the tertiary health care provider and plays a pivotal role in providing quality medical facilities to cater the health needs of the State.