Students from Grades 8 and 9 of the NEET Premier League (NPL) at Narayana E-Techno School in Thane visited Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Bhiwandi for an educational field trip.
Students visit various hospital departments
Under the guidance of Medical Superintendent Dr. Madhvi Kharade, the students explored various hospital departments, including the General Outpatient Department (OPD), Ophthalmology, Sick Newborn Care, Postnatal Care, Ear Nose Throat (ENT) department, Gynecology, Non-Communicable Diseases, the ICTC-HIV Unit, Immunization services, X-ray, CT Scan, Dental OPD, and the Pathology Lab.
During the trip, some students tested their blood groups and observed blood cells under a microscope. The students witnessed a live delivery of a baby girl, and they also had the opportunity to observe a post-mortem procedure.
Interest in pursuing careers in medicine
According to the school, throughout the visit, students were encouraged to interact with medical professionals, asking questions and seeking clarification on various topics. This excursion enhanced their knowledge and sparked their interest in pursuing careers in medicine, the school claimed.