DISSECTION COMPETITION 2K23

An extraordinary event, “DISSECTION COMPETITION 2023” for MBBS 1st year students held in GOVERNMENT NAMAKKAL MEDICAL COLLEGE  by The Department of Anatomy on 26.07.2023 and 27.07.2023.

Unveiling Knowledge: The Fascinating World of Dissection Competitions in GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE NAMAKKAL.

FIRST TIME IN TAMILNADU UNDERGRADUATES DOING COMPETITIVE DISSECTION.

 

 The objective of the competition was to enhance the anatomical knowledge and dissection skills of  the students through a challenging and educational experience. 

THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:

HOD of Anatomy Department  

Dr. S. DHIVYA mam

Associate professors  

Dr. MANIMEGALI mam

Dr. NANDHINI mam

Assistant professors and other professors

Dr. V. SHANTHI mam,

Dr. A. M. NITHIYA mam, 

Dr. C. ANITHA mam,

Dr. M. SRIMUTHALAGE mam. 

The event began with the announcement of the themes and the rules and regulations governing the competition. 

To ensure fairness, students were allowed to choose chits to determine their dissection subjects. The topics chosen were based on same levels of difficulty to maintain uniformity among all the participating groups.The topic given was "CAROTID TRIANGLE"

A total of 100 enthusiastic students formed five group  and everyone actively  participated in the competition. 

TABLE 1

This team displayed the carotid triangle beautifully. They were a perfect demonstration of teamwork and coordination and hence dissected successfully .

TABLE 2

This team brought life to the cadaver by painting the given region . It was definitely innovative and something no other team did. 

TABLE 3

One could look at their dissection forever and still not get tired . It was that perfect . And the eye- catching labelling of the parts using small placards made it all .

TABLE 4

 

This team keep giving their best by also displaying a dissection instruments by mentioning about it's uses which blowed the judges and they were the ONLY TEAM to preserve the ansa cervicalis. Such an intricate dissection . 

TABLE 5

This team exhibited their dissection skills excellently and they kept the superlative time management which was appreciated. 

Dissection is an art and they showed us that . 

All the five teams displayed remarkable dedication and understanding of their respective subjects and presented their findings to the panel of judges. These events allowed students to delve into the intricacies of the human body and gain insights that textbooks alone cannot provide. By observing, touching, and dissecting, students bridge the gap between the theory and practice, developing a more profound appreciation for the complexity of the human anatomy. 

The judging panel consists of external experts from the field of anatomy. Two rounds of judgements were

External judges include: 

ROUND 1 JUDGEMENT was done by : 

Dr. KALAI ANBUSUDAR , PROFESSOR AND HEAD DEPARTMENTOF ANATOMY, GOVERNMENT MOHANKUMARAMANGALAMMEDICAL COLLEGE, SALEM

ROUND 2 JUDGEMENT was done by:

Dr. P. PRABAVATHI ,ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY,GOVERNMENT MOHAN KUMARAMANGALAM MEDICAL COLLEGE , SALEM 

Dissection competitions are typically evaluated through a combination of objective criteria and subjective judgment. 

The students' dissections were carefully evaluated based on the quality of the dissection, which included factors such as  Anatomical Accuracy, Dissection Technique, Structural Presentation, Teamwork and Collaboration ,Problem-Solving Skills, Ethical Considerations, Time Management,Creativity and Critical Thinking, Adherence to Guidelines, Affective domains contributed to the evaluation criteria.

JUDGE'S SUBJECTIVE ASSESSMENT: While many aspects of evaluation are objective, judges also provide a subjective assessment based on their experience and expertise. This can include evaluating participants' overall approach, problem-solving strategies, and the level of enthusiasm and engagement they exhibit.

The judges expressed their appreciation for the extraordinary efforts of the students, and remarked that the level of dissection performed by the graduate students was truly astonishing. Inspired by their passion and dedication, the students left a lasting impression on the judging panel.

WINNERS 

Finally, on conclusion of judgement TOP 2 positions were secured by TABLE 4 and TABLE 3 by getting 1 st and 2 nd price respectively. 

Our respective dean Prof. Dr. K. SANTHA ARULMOZHI Mam and both external and internal expertise from fields of anatomy graced the PRIZE DISTRIBUTION CEREMONY. 

Dissection competitions in medical colleges offer a unique blend of knowledge, practical experience, teamwork, critical thinking, and professionalism. As students immerse themselves in the world of anatomy, they not only gain a comprehensive understanding of the human body but also develop skills that will serve them well throughout their medical careers. These competitions underscore the transformative power of hands-on education, shaping well-rounded and empathetic medical professionals ready to make a difference in the world of healthcare.