About Department of Community Medicine

• The Department of Community Medicine at Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Government Institute of Medical Science & Research (VCSGGIMS&R), Srinagar Garhwal, is dedicated to advancing public health through excellence in teaching, research, and community-based healthcare.
• The department plays a pivotal role in training undergraduate medical students in preventive, promotive, and social aspects of healthcare, with a strong emphasis on field-based learning and community engagement. Through various outreach activities, health camps, and field programs, the department actively contributes to improving the health status of the population, particularly in the hilly and underserved regions of Uttarakhand.
• With a focus on evidence-based practice and public health innovation, the department is committed to addressing emerging health challenges and strengthening health systems at the grassroots level.
• The Department of Community Medicine at VCSGGIMS&R, Srinagar Garhwal, plays a pivotal role in advancing public health education, research and community-based healthcare delivery.
• The department is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate training, with a strong emphasis on field-based learning through its Rural and Urban Health Training Centres, Family Adoption Programme (FAP), community outreach and National Health Programs.
• These efforts align with the department’s vision to create competent, compassionate and community-oriented health professionals committed to improving the health status of society through service, research and leadership in public health.
• This year’s theme, “Advancing Universal Health Coverage through Climate Resilient and AI-enabled Public Health”, highlights the urgent need to strengthen adaptive and future-ready health systems.

Vision

• To be a centre of excellence in Community Medicine, fostering equitable, accessible, and sustainable healthcare for all, with special focus on underserved and rural populations.

Mission

• To provide high-quality education and training in Preventive and Social Medicine
• To promote community-oriented and evidence-based healthcare practices
• To conduct impactful research addressing regional and national public health challenges
• To strengthen primary healthcare systems through active community engagement
• To contribute towards achieving universal health coverage and improved population health outcomes