DEPARTMENT OF SHALAKYA TANTRA

Introduction:

Shalakyatantra is a branch of Ayurveda which deals with ailments related to Eye, ENT, Oro-Dental, Head and Neck.These being the vital sensory organs,there is dire need to protect and preserve the health of these organs, hence known as ‘Uttamangachikitsatantra’.More than 200 clinical conditions & their management that includes several drug formulations and therapeutic procedures are vividly explained in Shalakyatantra.This science uses a lots of ‘Shalaka’ which means probe which justifies the name Shalakyatantra and specialists in this branch are called ‘Shalakis’.

Vision

• To establish best management centre for diseases of Eye, Ear, Oral cavity, Nose, head and neck in both preventive & curative aspect.

Mission

• Our efforts are dedicated to create confidence among students to deal every case of Shalakyatantrathrough classical Ayurveda approach and modern diagnostic view.
• Our endeavour is to provide all possible support to promote research orientation in unexplored areas of Ayurveda ophthalmology & ENT.
• Our strength is directed to create competent professionals and service to mankind.

Specialities of Deparment:

• Set with complete teaching aid as a part of structural & functional understanding,diagnostic and therapeutic approach through models, charts&instruments along with departmental museum.
• Hands on training on kriyakalpas,sthanikaupakrama,parasurgical procedures during practical classes.
• Department is successfully conducting Guest lectures and awareness talks on the eve of sight day, deaf day etc.
• Awareness about sense organs and treatment options in Ayurveda are conveyed through TV & Radio programs

Dr.VeenaVinayak

Designation : Professor & HOD
Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra)
DOB : 23/12/1980
DOJ: 03/08/2009
Experience : 16yrs 5 months
Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 17155
Teacher code: AYSK00060

Dr.Swati S.Suvarna

Designation : Associate Professor Qualification: BAMS, MS(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra), PGDAcu DOB: 25/01/1992 DOJ: 10/12/2018 Experience: 7yrs 1 month Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 32753 Teacher code: AYSK00062

Dr.Abhishek D R

Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra),
DOB: 01/10/1996
DOJ: 07/04/2025
Experience: 9 months
Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 45883
Teacher code: AYSK01467

Dr.Manushree M M

Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: BAMS, M.S(Ayu)(Shalakya Tantra),
DOB: 16/03/1998
DOJ: 02/06/2025
Experience: 7 months
Reg no: K.A.U.P Board 44451
Teacher code: AYSK01494