Prayagraj,

2 January (H.S.): Dr. Vatsala Mishra, Principal and Senior Professor, Motilal

Nehru Medical College, who has been overseeing the functions of Head of the

Department of Pathology and Academic Dean for a long time, has been elected as

the National Level Associate Dean of the Indian College of Pathologists (ICP). This

achievement is a testament to her dedication and excellent leadership. Dr.

Vatsala Mishra is the first pathologist and senior professor from Prayagraj and

surrounding areas to receive this honour. There is a wave of happiness among

the medical teachers, staff, and students of Motilal Nehru Medical College and

Swarup Rani Nehru Hospital on this achievement.

Her

appointment to this prestigious post was announced at the national convention

held recently in Cuttack, Orissa. Many dignitaries associated with the medical fraternity

were present on this occasion. Her colleagues, including current Head of the

Department Dr. Kachnar Verma, Vice-Principal Dr. V.K. Pandey, Chief

Superintendent Dr. Ajay Saxena and Dr. Mohit Jain, congratulated her heartily

and described her achievement as a moment of pride for the institute. Under the

leadership of Dr. Vatsala Mishra, the facilities for the patients at Swaroop

Rani Nehru Hospital are being expanded. Keeping in mind the upcoming Maha Kumbh

Mela, her team is constantly striving to add additional beds, modern testing

facilities, and strengthen emergency services at the hospital. She believes that

smooth management of medical services in a big event like Maha Kumbh is of

utmost importance. Indian College of Pathologists (ICP) comes under the Indian

Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists (IAPM). This institution

promotes educational and research activities in the field of pathology. The

appointment of Dr. Vatsala Mishra is proof that Prayagraj's medical field has

the potential to create recognition at the national and international level.

Media in-charge Dr. Santosh Singh said, This achievement of Principal Dr.

Vatsala Mishra has not only made the medical college fraternity proud but also

brought laurels to the entire Prayagraj. New heights will be achieved in the

field of pathology under her leadership. This achievement will serve as an

inspiration to the young doctors and students of the area.” Students and

colleagues expressed pride and called it a historic moment for Prayagraj's

medical education and services.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi