Academics at Fernandez
ACADEMICS
Fernandez Hospital established its Department of Academics in 2001 to keep abreast with advances in medical information and technology. In the process of developing into a Tertiary Care Referral Centre for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology, Fernandez Hospital has also become a teaching hospital, attracting observers and interns from all over the country and abroad. As an established teaching institute, FH has given opportunity to several medical students from various countries visiting the Hospital to do their electives, and for a period of observerships.
The department coordinates the various academic activities of the DNB Training Programme and the Perinatal Education Programme, besides the specialized training programmes in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, High-Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Anaesthesia and Neonatology.
The department also ensures that the curriculum set by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences is strictly adhered to by each department. The respective DNB Coordinators meet their DNB students every quarter to obtain adequate feedback. They are encouraged to come forward with their difficulties and problems and every attempt is made to solve these.
Various National and International faculties are invited for lectures. These guest lectures have tremendously helped both the resident staff and the faculty to update their knowledge and seek clarifications from their guests. This has also ensured that the hospital gets an exposure to doctors from different countries who visit India.
We encourage conducting and publishing original research studies and holding seminars, workshops, panel discussions and journal clubs.
Over the last few years, we have conducted regular seminars and workshops that adhered to the highest standards. All such activities are recognized by the Telangana Medical Council, and adds up to the attendees’ CME hours, which are necessary to continue MCI registration.
NEONATOLOGY
The Dept. Of Neonatology at Fernandez Hospital cares for neonates requiring intensive and special care. We include all members of the health care team and the family in discussions related to each baby’s diagnosis, treatment plan and progress. The team provides round-the-clock surveillance. It is fully equipped with incubators, high-end ventilators, iNo, invasive and non-invasive monitors, phototherapy units and laminar flow. In fact, because of the high-quality care offered to critical neonates, Fernandez Hospital receives many in-utero referrals from the twin cities, surrounding districts and neighbouring states. Our limits of viability have been lowering constantly, and right now, we can give quality care for babies of gestational age 26 weeks onwards and birth weight of 750 grams onwards.
COURSES OFFERED
Doctorate of National Board – DrNB
| Seats: | 4 |
| Duration: | 3 years |
| Eligibility: | MD / DNB |
| Selection: | Entrance of National Board [Centralised Entrance Test - Super Specialty] |
IAP Fellowship in Neonatology
| Affiliation: | Under the aegis of Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) |
| Seats: | 3 |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Eligibility: | MD / DNB candidates – 1 year course and for DCH candidates – 1 ½ year course |
| Selection: | Interview |
NNF Fellowship in Neonatology
| Affiliation: | Under the aegis of and National Neonatology Forum (NNF) |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Eligibility: | MD / DNB |
| Selection: | Interview |
For more information:
Dr Tejo Pratap O
Head - Department of Neonatology & Paediatrics
E: drtejopratap.o@fernandez.foundation
Mr Ajay Ananth
M: 8008504708
E: ajay.a@fernandez.foundation
FETAL MEDICINE
The Fetal Medicine Unit was established in 1998 with the aim of offering diagnosis and treatment of fetal problems. The unit was the first in Telangana State to perform intra-uterine fetal blood transfusion for Rh isoimmunised pregnancies.
The department now provides screening services for all pregnant women. It also specializes in additional care for those who have previously had a pregnancy with fetal abnormalities or those who have issues with their current pregnancy. The department works very closely with the hospital’s antenatal clinic, and the genetics and neonatology departments.
COURSES OFFERED
Basic Course in Obstetric Ultrasound (Full time)
| Institution: | Under the aegis of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 6 months |
| Eligibility: | MD/DGO/MS/DNB/Radiology in the concerned specialty from MCI recognized institutes |
| Selection: | Entrance Exam and Interview |
| Stipend: | Not Paid |
Fellowship in Obstetric Ultrasound (Full time)
| Institution: | Under the aegis of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Eligibility: | MD/DGO/MS/DNB/Radiology in the concerned speciality from MCI recognized institutes (Age not exceeding 45 years of the year of admission) |
| Selection: | Entrance Exam and Interview |
| Stipend: | Not Paid |
Fellowship in Obstetric Ultrasound (Full time)
| Institution: | Under the aegis of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the concerned speciality from MCI recognized institutes. (Age not exceeding 45 years of the year of admission) |
| Selection: | Entrance Exam and Interview |
| Stipend: | Paid |
Fellowship in Obstetric Ultrasound (Full time)
| Institution: | Under the aegis of Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences Training Programme, Warangal |
| Seats: | 1 |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the concerned speciality from MCI recognized institutes. (Age not exceeding 45 years of the year of admission) |
| Selection: | Interview |
| Stipend: | Paid |
For more information:
Dr Suseela V
Lead-Academics & Research – Fetal Medicine
M: drsuseela@fernandez.foundation
Ms Beaula Anthony
P: 8008902042
M: beaula.a@fernandez.foundation
OBSTETRICS
We birthed 9404 babies in 2021. We believe that although childbirth can be daunting, it is something that is cherished for a lifetime. We provide high quality, evidence based obstetric care.
COURSES OFFERED
Fellowship in Obstetric Medicine
| Institution: | Under the AEGIS of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 1 |
| Duration: | 6 months |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB in the concerned specialty from MCI recognized institutes |
| Selection: | Interview |
| Stipend: | Paid |
Fellowship in Obstetric Medicine
| Institution: | Under the aegis of Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences Training Programme, Warangal |
| Seats: | 1 |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB in ObsGyn |
| Selection: | Interview |
| Stipend: | Paid |
For more information:
Dr Tarakeswari
Head - Department of Obstetrics
E: drtara@fernandez.foundation
Mr Ajay Ananth
M: 8008504708
E: ajay.a@fernandez.foundation
Fellowship of National Board–FNB (Maternal and Fetal Medicine)
Since the year 2001, Fernandez Hospital has been a Teaching & Training Institute for Post-Doctoral Fellowship [FNB - Maternal & Fetal Medicine (formerly known as High-Risk Pregnancy and Perinatology)]. This was the FIRST centre in India to be recognized for Post-Doctoral training. There has been a consistent increase in the referrals for High-Risk Pregnancies and women with pre-existing medical complications. At present, the dedicated Obstetric Medicine and Fetal Medicine Departments are actively involved in teaching and training of these post-doctoral fellowship students.
Interested candidates need to undergo a Fellowship Entrance Examination (FEE) conducted by the National Board of Examination. Selection to the Fellowship Programme is based on an entrance test and admission will be done only through centralized counselling. Detailed information can be obtained from the National Board of Examinations (http://www.natboard.edu.in)
| Seats: | 8 |
| Duration: | 2 year |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB |
| Selection: | Centralized counselling |
For more information:
Dr Tarakeswari
Head - Department of Obstetrics
E: drtara@fernandez.foundation
Ms Prathima P
M: 8374001616
E: prathima_p@fernandez.foundation
Diplomate of National Board–DNB (OBGY)
Fernandez Hospital is an elite institute with a 70-year-old legacy. Our institute is accredited for DNB Programme since 2004 for 8 seats (4 Secondary & 4 Primary). It is highly sought after as we have an internationally recognized faculty. Our Dept. of Obstetrics records over 10000 births a year and looks after High Risk women too. We have an established Gynaecology department which offers endoscopic surgeries, subspecialties like Urogynaecology, Infertility, Gynae Ultrasound Scans and Oncology back-up, besides a well-established fetal medicine unit.
Primary Candidates (Post MBBS)
Interested candidates need to appear for the Centralized Entrance Test (DNB – CET) conducted by the National Board of Examinations and is an essential pre-requisite for entry to DNB Specialty. Candidates successful in the DNB-CET shall be asked to participate in a centralized merit-based counselling conducted by National Board of Examinations for allotment of DNB seats at NBE accredited Institutions/hospitals/medical colleges in order of their merit, and candidates shall be able to opt for the NBE accredited institution/ hospital/medical college of their choice as per availability on their merit.
| Seats: | 6 |
| Duration: | 3 year |
| Eligibility: | MBBS |
| Selection: | Centralized counselling |
Secondary Candidates (Post DGO)
Interested candidates need to appear for a Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test (DNB – PDCET), conducted by the National Board of Examinations. PDCET is a ranking examination for entry to various post diploma DNB courses. Admission to the Secondary DNB course will be done only through Centralized counselling conducted by National Board of Examinations.
Candidates declared qualified in the Post Diploma CET Examination will be asked to participate in the centralized counselling in order of their Specialty specific merit and will be able to opt for the NBE accredited institution/hospital/medical college of their choice as per seat availability on their merit.
| Seats: | 6 |
| Duration: | 2 year |
| Eligibility: | DGO |
| Selection: | Centralized counselling |
For more information:
Dr Krupa Patalay
Coordinator – DNB (OBGY)
E: drkrupa_p@fernandez.foundation
Ms Prathima P
M: 8374001616
E: prathima_p@fernandez.foundation
OBSTETRIC ANAESTHESIA
The practice of Obstetric Anaesthesia is usually an emergency service. Fernandez Hospital in 1997 was the first to introduce a 24-hour Anaesthesia Service in an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
A tie-up with Prerna Anaesthesia and Critical Care Services is the backbone of the dedicated Intensive Care Unit. The availability of the anaesthesiologists, and co-ordination with other specialists, facilitates early attention and timely intervention.
COURSES OFFERED
Post-Doctorate in Obstetric Anaesthesia
| Institution: | Under the Association of Obstetric Anaesthesiologists (AOA), India Fellowship |
| Seats: | 2 (June/July) |
| Duration: | 1-year |
| Eligibility: | MD/DNB in the concerned specialty |
| Selection: | Interview (April/May) |
| Stipend: | Paid |
For more information:
Dr Geeta A
P: 9949539299, 4953924343
E: drgeeta.adapa@fernandez.foundation
We offer observership courses for private practitioners who wish to update their knowledge in limited time.
OBSERVERSHIPS OFFERED
OBSTETRICS
Cardiotocography (CTG) Training
| Seats: | 2-4 |
| Duration: | 3 days |
| Eligibility: | Post MBBS |
| Selection: | Availability of slot |
High-Risk Pregnancy (HRP)
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 2 weeks |
| Eligibility: | Post MBBS |
| Selection: | Availability of slot |
For more information:
Ms Gunavanthi K
P: 7337320910
E: gunavanthi_k@fernandez.foundation
FETAL MEDICINE
Observership in Fetal Medicine
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 1 or 2 weeks |
| Eligibility: | Post MBBS |
| Selection: | Availability of slot |
For more information:
Ms Beaula Anthony
P: 8008902042
M: beaula.a@fernandez.foundation
OBSTETRIC ANAESTHESIA
Observership in Obstetric Anaesthesia
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 1 or 2 weeks |
| Eligibility: | Post MBBS |
| Selection: | Availability of slot |
For more information:
Dr Manokanth M
P: 9704850123
E: manokanthmadapu@gmail.com
Fellowship Programme for Fellowship Students (FPIS) in Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Fernandez Hospital is the first centre to be recognized by NBEMS for Post-Doctoral training. With dedicated Maternal Medicine and Fetal Medicine units, along with teams of Obstetricians, Physicians, Critical Care Experts and Neonatologists, this hospital has emerged to be one of the most sought-after institutes in the country that provides highest quality medical training.
The structure of the FPIS programme has been designed as per global standards, combining classroom teaching and hands-on training. This programme also offers a gamut of Academic Activities, including Clinical Audits, Presentations, Projects, Publications and Workshops/Seminars.
The FPIS in Maternal and Fetal Medicine is aimed at enhancing the skills of post-graduate students in assessment and management of high-risk pregnancies and creating experts in the subspecialty.
| Seats: | 1 |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB |
| Selection: | Centralized counselling |
For more information:
Dr Tarakeswari
Head - Department of Obstetrics
E: drtara@fernandez.foundation
Ms Prathima P
M: 8374001616
E: prathima_p@fernandez.foundation
International Fellowship Programme in Maternal and Fetal Medicine
The Fellowship Programme for International Students, offered by Fernandez Hospital is one of its kind. Best faculty members and state-of-the-art training facilities make this an opportunity you would not like to miss out. We presently have doctors from Malaysia and Bhutan pursuing the course with us.
| Affiliation: | Under the aegis of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Eligibility: | MD/MS/DNB |
| Selection: | Entrance Exam and Interview |
For more information:
Dr Tarakeswari
Head - Department of Obstetrics
E: drtara@fernandez.foundation
Ms Prathima P
M: 8374001616
E: prathima_p@fernandez.foundation
International Fellowship Programme in Neonatology
The Fellowship Programme is aimed to provide specialized training in management of neonates by the best faculty members. We presently have doctors from Bhutan pursuing the international fellowship.
| Affiliation: | Under the aegis of Fernandez Foundation |
| Seats: | 1 |
| Duration: | 18 Months |
| Eligibility: | MD/DNB Pediatrics or equivalent (Registration with NMC is mandatory) |
| Selection: | Interview |
For more information:
Dr Tejo Pratap O
Head - Department of Neonatology & Paediatrics
E: drtejopratap.o@fernandez.foundation
SCHOOL OF NURSING
School of Nursing
COURSES OFFERED
Post Basic Diploma in Nursing Practitioner in Midwifery
Midwifery, with its woman-centered focus and emphasis on respectful care, becomes an integral part of comprehensive quality maternity services. Studies (Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2016) revealed that women who received midwifery care and support were less likely to experience interventions and more likely to be satisfied with their care. The Cochrane Review also showed significantly higher rates of spontaneous vaginal deliveries, lowered C-section rates and lowered risk for neonatal intensive care.
The need for professional midwives in maternity services is being recognized on a global level. India urgently needs professional midwives. With this background, the INC has introduced the Post Basic Diploma in Nurse Practitioner in Midwifery. The course is designed to prepare registered nurses GNM & B.Sc. (N) with specialized knowledge, skills and aptitude in providing advance quality care to mothers and neonates, their families and communities at all the levels of care.
Post Basic Diploma in Neonatal Nursing
Neonatal nurses are a specialty cadre having knowledge and expertise in the care of both healthy and sick newborns. Their training includes care of healthy newborns as well as care of premature and critically ill infants in Neonatal intensive care units. They would be competent to resuscitate babies at birth, have knowledge in breastfeeding practices, possess the ability to identify sick babies and do most Neonatal procedures. They sometimes serve as primary caregivers to premature or ill newborns.
Post Basic Diploma in Neonatal Nursing is designed to create a cadre of INC recognized specialty nurses to provide competent care to newborns at the institutional and community level. The course is designed to prepare registered nurses (GNM & B.Sc) with specialized knowledge, skills and aptitude in providing advance quality care to neonates, their families and communities at all the three levels of care.
For more information:
Stork Home Annexe, Road No. 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 034
M +91 8008500598 P 04024760860 | E fsn@fernandez.foundation | W www.fernandezhospital.com
The Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi has recognized FERNANDEZ SCHOOL OF NURSING vide Certificate No. 18-02/5098 – INC
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has sanctioned FERNANDEZ SCHOOL OF NURSING vide G.O. Ms. No. 471 dated 2.11.2004 and Andhra Pradesh Nurses & Midwives Council letter No. APNMC / GNM / 5192 / 2008 dated 28.01.2008
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