PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (PSG IMSR) held its 34th Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday.
250 candidates belonging the batch of 2021 received their degrees from Dr.Usha Kim,Chief of Orbit, Oculoplasty, Ocular Oncology & Ocular Prosthetics at Aravind Eye Care System, Madurai, the Chief Guest of the ceremony.
Dr.Kim belongs to the first batch of PSG IMSR. After completing her specialized training in the field of Orbit, Oculoplasty and Ocular Oncology at the University of California, USA, she started the Department of Orbit and Oculoplasty at Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai in 1998.
This PSG IMSR Alumna set up the Ring of Hope initiative in 2004 to raise funds for the treatment of underprivileged patients with ocular cancers. Her effort has helped 16,000+ patients to get free treatment for the disease.
Dr.Subba Rao, Principal, PSG IMSR presided over the event. P.Shriram was honoured as the Best Outgoing Student of the Batch, and he received the prestigious G.V.Gold Medal while D.Abinaya was honoured with the prestigious GRG Gold Medal for her meritorious achievements. Parents of the candidates, students, faculty members, invited guests attended.
(A detailed feature with insights from the speakers will be added, shortly)
