Mangaluru's Father Muller Medical College (FMMC) officially inaugurated its 28th batch of MBBS students with a solemn White Coat Ceremony held at the Father Muller Convention Centre on October 10. A total of 150 aspiring doctors formally commenced their intensive medical journey, marking a significant milestone for both the students and the esteemed institution, a unit of Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI).
The event saw Dr. Rashmi D'Souza Rasquinha, a distinguished alumna from the 2000 MBBS batch and a qualified nutritional therapist with credentials from Stanford Medical College, return as chief guest. Dr. Venkatesha B. M., Vice Dean of FMMC and Professor of General Medicine, introduced Dr. Rasquinha, detailing her extensive academic and professional trajectory, from her undergraduate and postgraduate ENT studies at Father Muller to her current specialisation. Addressing the new cohort, Dr. Rasquinha shared her mixed emotions on revisiting her alma mater after nearly 25 years, emphasizing how such feelings often drive personal and professional growth. She underscored the critical importance of lifelong learning in medicine, reminding students that true healers acknowledge the limits of their knowledge and continuously seek improvement for patient care. Dr. Rasquinha credited Father Muller Medical College for instilling in her the resilience, self-motivation, and adaptability vital for her career.
Dr. Nagesh K. R., Convener of the Medical Education Unit and Professor of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, conducted the symbolic White Coat Ceremony and administered the professional oath. This ritual signifies the students' formal entry into a profession demanding dignity, humility, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to prioritizing patients' needs. It also highlights their ongoing responsibility to respect mentors, uphold institutional values, and embrace continuous learning.
Presiding over the function, Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, congratulated the students on their admission to such a prestigious institution. He acknowledged their hard work in reaching this significant point. Fr. Lobo reiterated that the Father Muller name carries global recognition as a symbol of healthcare dedicated to serving the poor and upholding human dignity, a legacy the new batch now inherits. Wishing the parents well, Dr. Rasquinha also prepared the students for the sacrifices their chosen path would entail, including personal time. She encouraged them to face these challenges with courage and dedication, embracing their future roles as healers.
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📰 Source: Mangalorean News