The Department of Shalya Tantra is the surgical branch of Ayurveda that deals with Ayurvedic surgical and para-surgical procedures for the management of various diseases and disorders. The department is based on the principles explained by Acharya Sushruta, who is regarded as the Father of Surgery for his remarkable contributions to ancient surgical science.
The department provides comprehensive knowledge and practical training in surgical procedures, wound management, Kshara Sutra therapy, Agnikarma, Raktamokshana, fracture management, and other Ayurvedic surgical techniques.
Students are trained to understand both classical Ayurvedic surgical concepts and their clinical applications through theoretical learning and practical exposure.
To develop skilled Ayurvedic surgeons with strong clinical knowledge, practical surgical skills, and ethical medical practices for serving society through Ayurvedic surgical science.
To provide quality education and practical surgical training through traditional Ayurvedic techniques, modern clinical approaches, and patient-centered healthcare practices.
Equipped with surgical instruments, treatment units, procedure rooms, practical demonstration facilities, and clinical training sections that support effective surgical learning and patient care.
The department maintains surgical models, charts, specimens, procedural demonstrations, and educational materials related to Ayurvedic surgery and para-surgical techniques.
A comprehensive collection of books on Shalya Tantra, Ayurvedic surgery, wound management, para-surgical procedures, surgical instruments, clinical surgical sciences, journals, and reference materials.
Students receive clinical exposure in Kshara Sutra therapy, wound care, Agnikarma, Raktamokshana, fracture management, leech therapy, and other Ayurvedic surgical procedures under expert supervision.
The department encourages seminars, workshops, surgical demonstrations, clinical research activities, and academic discussions related to Ayurvedic surgery, wound healing, and para-surgical procedures.
Experienced faculty members provide academic guidance, surgical training, clinical supervision, and mentorship to students throughout their academic journey.
Students actively participate in surgical demonstrations, clinical case discussions, workshops, operation theatre observations, and patient care activities to improve practical and professional skills.
Practical sessions include surgical instrument handling, Kshara Sutra preparation, wound dressing techniques, para-surgical procedures, leech therapy demonstrations, fracture management, and patient examination methods.
The Department of Shalya Tantra offers career opportunities in Ayurvedic hospitals, surgical clinics, wound care centers, healthcare institutions, academic teaching, research sectors, Panchakarma centers, and specialized Ayurvedic surgical practice.