Saturday, 26 July 2014

open your eyes


This will open your eyes

Dear All,
 
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Ref: http://stirupatirao.wordpress.com/2014/05/01/dining-in-the-dark/
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I am sharing this wonderful experience, I recently had in Singapore.

I was invited to one Friday evening event by one of MNC Vendor
organization who had organized the event to raise funds for the
visually handicapped people in a center for blind people.

As usual, since it was a Friday evening, I first thought to skip the
event considering it could be a bit boring and rather spend the
evening relaxing by some other means.

But being alone and sometimes finding it difficult to kill time, I
thought to accept the invitation and registered on line for booking.

Moreover it was free :) which was another motivation to go to the event.

I was looking at the event to pass some time, meet few people and nothing else.

When I went there, there were approx 40 people from various industries invited for that event. I found some Indians and naturally talked to them about how life is in Singapore etc etc. Initially we were shown a video about the visually handicapped center. What are their
activities, how are they helping blind people in Singapore to lead a
more fulfilling life, etc . It was a short 15 minute video and quite
inspiring that how people from different walks of life spend time in
helping these blind people without expecting anything in return.

They shared the satisfaction and fulfilment they get by helping them.

After the video, we all were gathered in a hall and were briefed about
next event. The theme of the next event was "Dining in the Dark".

And this is the event which turned out to be inspiring and worth sharing.

What is meant was that we all 40+ people were going to have Dinner in
a pitch Dark room !!!! The next 2 hours were completely planned,
organized , directed and executed by three blind youths.

One was a girl ( Leader ) and other two boys were assistant to her
forming a team of three blind volunteers.

The blind leader first gave us tips for dining (These were ACTUAL
STANDARDS THE BLIND PEOPLE FOLLOW IN ORDER TO MAKE THEIR LIFE EASIER)

1. When you sit at your table the things will be placed as follows :
at 3 o clock of your dish : You will find a spoon.
at 9 o clock : Fork;
12 o clock : spoon.
2 o clock : Empty Glass Dish at the center with Paper napkin tucked at
6 o clock.

2. There will be two large Jugs circulated to you. The Jug with plain
walls will have water and the Jug with curved wall will have orange
juice.

3. When you get your Jug based on your choice you have to pour it in
your glass. You have to dip your forefinger in the glass so that when
you fill it and the liquid touches your finger, you have to stop
pouring.

She asked whether everyone has understood.

All said yes but everyone was confused and trying to remember what she
said and confirming with each other. Next 1 1/2 hours we spent were
full of fun and learning. In completely pitch dark room where we could
not see ANYTHING we were enjoying various delicious food without
seeing it.

We all 40 people were taken in groups in the dark hall.

Each one was directed by blind person till he/she sits on a chair (We
were finding it awkward because actually we are supposed to guide
blind people to their destination and help them).

We were Served full five course dinner by this team of three blind
people-Welcome drinks, appetizers, starters , main course and
desserts.

The amazing thing was that the team of three blind people were serving
exactly vegetarian dishes to vegetarian people who were sitting
randomly in the room!

While registering on line we were asked question to choose from
"Vegetarian" or "Non vegetarian". I obviously chose Vegetarian, being
one. We were so nicely hosted that we did not have to wait in between
serves . As we were ending finishing one dish, we were served with
next without any delays.

After approx 1 and half hours of Dining in the dark , the leader asked
whether everyone has finished eating. After confirmation she switched
on the lights of the dining room.

We left the Dining room with tears in our eyes.

We realized how lucky we are and how we have been gifted with
beautiful eyes to see the beautiful world. We realized how difficult
lives of blind people are ( and other handicapped) without being able
to see.

We realized how uncomfortable we were for just two hours without being
able to see anything and how they must be living their lives.

We realized how unfortunate we are , that we do not value such simple
things in life we have and cry (sometime louder, sometime within
ourselves) and run after what we don't have... for whole of our lives
without having time to adore for the things we have.
Be cheerful.

Adore whatever you have in life.

You may try for whatever you don’t have but never feel sad about it.
You need to experience it, something like I had experienced, to
believe this philosophy of life.


See:
http://stirupatirao.wordpress.com/2014/05/01/dining-in-the-dark/
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Life of a Blind Person

Interview with a Blind Person

See:
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HTKiTJiHq8
Attachments area
Preview YouTube video life of a blind person
life of a blind person

 

Tuesday, 15 July 2014

Admission Open for 2014 – 15 -The Sankara Nethralaya Academy


The Sankara Nethralaya Academy


The Sankara Nethralaya Academy (TSNA), a unit of Medical Research Foundation is inviting applications for Allied Health Science Courses.

Admission Open for 2014 – 15

S No
Diploma & Degree Courses
1
Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing Asst – 2years
2
Diploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology – 2 years.
3
Diploma in Refraction & Dispensing – 2 years
4
Degree in BSc Medical Lab Technology – 3 years
5
Degree in Opthalmic Dispensing and FBDO Course( 3 years)
6
Degree in B.Sc – Hospital Management( 3 years)
PG / Management Programs
1
MBA in Hospital and Health System Management ( 2 years)
2
Master of Hospital Administration – MHA ( 2 years)
3
Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology
Executive – Certificate Programs
1
Certificate Course in Hospital Management – Weekend ( 12 weeks)
2
Certificate Course in Hospital Financial Management
3
Certificate Course in Hospital Infection Control
Applications to be download from
Visit our website: www.thesnacademy.ac.in
For more details :
The Academic Officer @ 98406 55405 / snacademy@snmail.org

The Sankara Nethralaya Academy - Career pathways for allied health professionals

The Sankara Nethralaya Academy - Career pathways for allied health professionals
A career counselling session was organized by the Sankara Nethralaya Academy at its Vanagaram campus, Chennai on 13th July 2014 to facilitate students completing their schooling to discover new and exciting academic options, young people had an opportunity to discover a whole range of courses in the healthcare sector that could help them build a great career.
Prof S. Ramani, Principal of the Academy welcomed the students and parents attending the session.
Speaking on the occasion Shri A. Mahalingam, Assistant Registrar,TSNA gave a detailed account about the Institution and its facilities. He highlighted that the healthcare service sector is booming and that there are abundant career opportunities here, which he explained has made many institutions like the Sankara Nethralaya Academy to offer specialized courses in this sector to prepare students aspiring to be a part of this high growth industry.
Sri A. P Irungovel, Senior Manager – Patients Education & Counselling dept, Sankara Nethralaya gave a presentation on Goal – Towards healthcare services. Mrs. C. G Sreedevi, Prof Hannah Priya, Dr. Coral, Ms. Ashwini and Mr Senthil the Program Coordinators of the session briefed the attendees on their respective course in detail.
The Sankara Nethralaya Academy (TSNA),a unit of Medical Research Foundation, Chennai) is a forerunner and leader in the area of imparting healthcare and health management technology and draws its strength from its parent organizations, Sankara Nethralaya, the Medical Research Foundation and Vision Research Foundation, a State of the Art Research Facility.
The objective of the Sankara Nethralaya Academy is to create highly knowledgeable and skilled professionals / Allied Healthcare Professionals conversant with every area of healthcare and hospital management, to meet the increasing demand for competent professionals in this segment. “Allied Health Professionals’ are a distinct group of health professionals who apply their expertise to prevent disease transmission, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate people of all ages and all specialities. Together with a range of technical and support staff they may deliver direct patient care, rehabilitation, treatment, diagnostics and health improvement interventions to restore and maintain optimal physical, sensory, psychological, cognitive and social functions."Allied health professionals are vital for the delivery of holistic healthcare.
 
TSNA offers various Allied Health Science Programs in affiliation with the esteemed Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Guindy, Chennai such as:
 
TSNA’s Diploma & Degree Courses for +2 Completed Candidates:
Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing Asst – 2years.
Diploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology – 2 years.
Diploma in Refraction & Dispensing – 2 years (diploma from TSNA, MRF).
Degree in BSc Medical Lab Technology – 3 years
Degree in Ophthalmic Dispensing and FBDO Course( 3 years)
Degree in B.Sc – Hospital Management (3 years)
At the end of the counselling session, the Students and their parents discussed and clarified their queries on their preferred courses in detail and also collected the applications for these courses.
 
For more details on our courses, visit: www.thesnacademy.ac.in
 

Sunday, 13 July 2014

The Sankara Nethralaya Academy - Career pathways for allied health professionals


A career counseling session organized by The Sankara Nethralaya Academy campus at Vanagaram Chennai on 13th July 2014, young people had an opportunity to discover a whole range of courses in the healthcare sector that could help them build good careers.

Prof S Ramani , Principal of the Academy welcomed the students and parents for this session.

A Mahalingam Assistant Registrar briefed about the Institution and its facility. And highlighted about “The healthcare service sector is booming. There are many career opportunities here, with institutions offering courses to enhance their specialized manpower. The SankaraNethralayaAcademy is offering many such specialized diploma courses.”

Sri A P Irungovel, Senior Manager – Patients Education & Counseling dept of Sankara Nethralaya given a presentation on Goal – Towards healthcare services. Mrs C G Sreedevi, Prof Hannah Priya, Dr Koral, Ms Ashwini and Mr Senthil  Program Coordinators briefed each courses in detailed presentation.

The Sankara Nethralaya Academy(TSNA),a unit of Medical Research Foundation, Chennai) is a forerunner and leader in the area of imparting healthcare and health management technology and draws its strength from its parent organizations, Sankara Nethralaya, the Medical Research Foundation and Vision Research Foundation, a State of the Art Research Facility.

The objective of the Sankara Nethralaya Academy is to create highly knowledgeable and skilled professionals / Allied Healthcare Professionals conversant with every area of healthcare and hospital management, to meet the increasing demand for competent professionals in this segment

Allied health professionals are vital for holistic healthcare. Our TSNA is offering various Allied Health Science Programs in affiliation with our esteemed The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Guindy, Chennai such as:

“Allied Health Professions are a distinct group of health professionals who apply their expertise to prevent disease transmission, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate people of all ages and all specialities. Together with a range of technical and support staff they may deliver direct patient care, rehabilitation, treatment, diagnostics and health improvement interventions to restore and maintain optimal physical, sensory, psychological, cognitive and social functions."

Diploma & Degree Courses for +2 Completed Candidates:

Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing Asst – 2years.

Diploma in Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Technology – 2 years.

Diploma in Refraction & Dispensing – 2 years (diploma from TSNA, MRF).

Degree in BSc Medical Lab Technology – 3 years

Degree in Opthalmic Dispensing and FBDO Course( 3 years)

Degree in B.Sc – Hospital Management ( 3 years)

At the end of the counselling session, the Students and their parents discussed and clarified of their selected courses in details and the students were also collected the applications for their identified courses.

 

For more details on our courses, visit : www.thesnacademy.ac.in

சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதெமி சார்பில் ஏழை மாணவர்களுக்கு இலவச படிப்புகள்


சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதெமி சார்பில் ஏழை மாணவர்களுக்கு இலவச படிப்புகள்: - DINAMANI NEWS - 14.07.2014

மருத்துவம் சார்ந்த பட்டயம், இளங்கலை மற்றும் முதுகலை படிப்புகள் ஏழை மாணவர்களுக்கு இலவசமாக வழங்கப்படும் என சென்னை சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதெமி தெரிவித்துள்ளது.

சென்னை வானகரத்தை அடுத்த அயனம்பாக்கத்தில் உள்ள சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதமியில் 'பிளஸ் 2 முடித்த மாணவர்கள் அடுத்து என்ன படிக்கலாம்' என்ற ஆலோசனை நிகழ்ச்சி ஞாயிற்றுக்கிழமை நடைபெற்றது. இதில் சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதெமியின் முதல்வர் எஸ்.ரமணி மற்றும் மருத்துவ சமூகவியலாளர் .பி.இருங்கோவேல் பேசியது:

பிளஸ் 2 முடிக்கும் மாணவர்கள் அடுத்து என்ன படிப்பது, எந்தத் துறையைத் தேர்ந்தெடுப்பது என்ற குழப்பத்துடன் காணப்படுகின்றனர்.

அதற்கு காரணம். தற்போது தேர்ந்தெடுக்கும் படிப்புக்கு வருங்காலத்தில் வேலை கிடைக்குமா என்ற சந்தேகம் மாணவர்களிடம் நிலவுவதுதான். இந்நிலையில் வளர்ந்து வரும் துறை மற்றும் வேலை வாய்ப்பு அதிகம் உள்ள துறையைத் தேர்ந்தெடுப்பது சிறந்த தீர்வாக அமையும். இதில், வளர்ந்து வரும் துறைகளில் ஒன்றான மருத்துவத் துறையை மாணவர்கள் தேர்ந்தெடுத்து படிக்கலாம்.

இதில், எம்.பி.பி.எஸ். படிப்பு மட்டுமல்லாமல் செவிலியர், மருந்தியல், மருத்துவமனை மேலாண்மை, மருத்துவ ஆய்வகத் தொழில்நுட்பம் உள்ளிட்ட பல்வேறு படிப்புகள் உள்ளன.

இதனை தேர்ந்தெடுக்கும் மாணவர்களுக்கு உள் நாட்டிலேயே அதிக வேலைவாய்ப்புகள் உள்ளன என அவர்கள் தெரிவித்தனர்.

மேலும், அதிக மதிப்பெண் பெற்ற, பொருளாதாரத்தில் பின் தங்கிய மாணவர்களுக்கு, சங்கர நேத்ராலயா அகாதெமியில் கற்பிக்கப்படும் மருத்துவம் சார்ந்த பட்டய, இளங்கலை மற்றும் முதுகலைப் படிப்புகள் இலவசமாக வழங்கப்படும் என அகாதெமியின் முதல்வர் எஸ்.ரமணி தெரிவித்தனர்.மேலும் தொடர்புக்கு: 98406 55405.

 

Friday, 11 July 2014

Profile of A Mahalingam,The Sankara Nethralaya Academy, Medical Research Foundation


Profile of A Mahalingam

Academic officer & Assistant Registrar

The Sankara Nethralaya Academy, Medical Research Foundation.

 

Shri A.Mahalingam, Academic officer with the Sankara Nethralaya Academy best exemplifies the essence, ethos and spirit of Sankara Nethralaya. Having been associated with the organization for more than two decades, since its early years he has seamlessly integrated with its value sets and goals.

 

Shri A Mahalingam brings along with him a broad spectrum knowledge and understanding acquired through his numerous academic accomplishments, his own keen observation and innate understanding of people and processes acquired through real time experience and an incredible grasp of ground realities. While his deep understanding of Sankara Nethralaya’s functioning and the challenges before it make him a fine fit for any role in the organization, he has been assigned the major challenge of nurturing the Sankara Nethralaya Academy as an educational institution par excellence and carve a niche for it in academic circles.

 

Shri Mahalingam introduced many innovations and processes that brought his stamp of individuality and contributed to the enhancement and growth of every department he served and his known among his colleagues as a man with a vision, a man who leads from the front and a man who sets targets through his personal example.

 

His current role demands his involvement in every sphere of the Sankara Nethralaya Academy’s functioning, from developing curriculum, supporting faculty members, administrative staff, guiding students, counseling students seeking admission, forging alliances with external institutions and creating a high level of awareness about the institution and its courses in academic circles and among the general public. Given his flair for academics and interpersonal skills, the role fits him perfectly and the academy has made impressive strides under his able leadership.

 

While we could go on a lengthy description on his knowledge, skills, accomplishments as a professional and his personal traits as a warm, caring and unassuming individual and his numerous his contributions to the growth of Sankara Nethralaya, we would say that it is his dedication, perseverance, accessibility and sincerity in completing the task in hand that has helped him scale glorious heights in his career.

 

The depth of his involvement and the quality of his work can be best brought by the spontaneous and full hearted approbation that he has received from just about everyone he has interacted with during his long tenure with Sankara Nethralaya, ranging from the top management members to distinguished personalities from all walks of life.

 

Academics:     

 

¨       Diploma in Training & Development – ( ISTD,New Delhi)

¨       PG Diploma in Operation Management, IGNOU

¨       Master of Business Administration (Hospital Management) - Alagappa University, Karaikudi.

¨       Bachelor of Science in   Ophthalmic Assistant (BS OA) -Distinction Division from Birla Institute of Technology and Science -      BITS, Pilani.

¨       Diploma in Ophthalmic Nursing Assistant - Distinction Division from Medical Research Foundation & Constoga College,  Ontario, Canada.

¨       Bachelor of Science in Mathematics , University of Madras.Chennai

¨       Diploma in Computer Applications Amirta Institute of Computer Technology (AICT), Chennai.

¨       Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 9000:1994 quality Systems -BVQI (Bureau Veritas Quality International)

Awards/ Recognitions / Appreciations:

¨    Man of the Year from Sankara Nethralaya for exceptional services rendered – 2011.

¨    Appreciation and award received from Chennai Mayor at the Science City festival – Jan 2012.

¨    20 years – long serving award from Sankara Nethralaya – 2012.

¨    Special Recognition Award received for exceptional services rendered for the organization – 2010.

¨    Outstanding Employee Award of the Foundations (MRF & VRF), Chennai for the exceptional services rendered for the patients – 1998.

¨    Memento Presented to the Chief Guest of the “Sankara Ratna award”organized by Sankara Nethralaya with the presence of His Holiness Sri Jeyendra Saraswathi Swamigal- 2002.

¨    An Appreciation received from Sankara Nethralaya for maximum Number of Eye donation pledges collected during the year – 1999 – 2000.

¨    Actively participated the FRCS Examination organization Committee to conduct FRCS examinations at Sankara Nethralaya, India – 1999, 2000 & 2001.

¨    An appreciation Note received for completing the “Donation Computerization Project” from Medical Research Foundation – 2000.

¨    Many Appreciations from Patients / Sankara Nethralaya for exceptional services rendered / organized.

Articles / Publications:

 

  •   Article written on “Care of Surgical Instruments” in Scientific Magazine of  

       Medical Research Foundation – 2003.

  •   Article written on “Needle Stick Injuries & Prevention” in Scientific Magazine of

       Medical Research Foundation – 2003.

  •  Article written in Health Watch of HINDU on “ Aging Changes of Eye” – 2004 

          (http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mag/2004/06/27/stories/2004062700340600.htm)

  • Article written on “ Post Operative care for Eye Surgery”

      (http://www.sankaranethralaya.org/poc.htm).

    He can be contacted at his e mail: 2525india@gmail.com