The Government Siddha Medical College and Hospital (GSMC), located in Arumbakkam, Chennai, is a premier state-run institution established on November 30, 1964. Affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and recognized by the Ministry of Ayush, it stands as a cornerstone for traditional Indian medicine. Following the motto “Seek, Learn, Serve,” the college provides comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate education in Siddha medicine.
The campus features specialized departments such as Gunapadam (Materia Medica) and Noi Naadal (Pathology), supported by a library of over 10,000 volumes and an extensive herbal garden for botanical study. As a tertiary healthcare center, the attached hospital offers specialized outpatient and inpatient services, treating various chronic ailments through traditional therapies. GSMC is deeply involved in research and public health, frequently hosting international conferences and awareness camps. It remains a vital institution for preserving ancient Tamil medical heritage while integrating it with modern clinical standards.
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