Organon of Medicine

A three-day seminar on Homoeopathy in the light of German New Medicine (GNM) was organized from 23 September to 25 September 2022 in the auditorium from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The seminar was jointly organized by the IQAC, Department of Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy, Department of Homoeopathic Materia Medica, and Department of Repertory. The program began with a traditional inauguration ceremony including prayer, lighting of the lamp, and garlanding of the portraits of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann and Dr. Hamer in the presence of distinguished guests and faculty members. The seminar featured lectures by experts including Dr. F. F. Motiwala, Dr. G. B. Prasad, Dr. Ashar Shaikh, and Dr. Kamlesh Bagmar. The sessions covered important topics such as the introduction to German New Medicine, Dr. Hamer’s life and work, the five biological laws, embryological concepts, brain control mechanisms, and the relationship between conflicts and disease processes. Practical demonstrations of clinical cases, repertorial discussions, and applications of GNM concepts with the principles of Organon of Medicine were also presented. The seminar encouraged active participation through interactive question and answer sessions and case discussions. A total of 145 participants including practitioners, postgraduate, and graduate students attended the program from various regions. Participant feedback was collected through online forms, indicating positive engagement and learning outcomes from the seminar.

The Capacity Building and Continuing Medical Education (CME) Module 1 for Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy was conducted from 21 August to 26 August 2023 at Zobie Motiwala Auditorium under the auspices of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Department of AYUSH, Government of India. The program brought together Organon faculty members from across India with a total participation of 28 delegates. The six day academic event aimed to strengthen the teaching skills, philosophical understanding, and clinical application of homoeopathic principles among educators. The inauguration was marked by the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by distinguished dignitaries including MUHS Pro Vice Chancellor Dr. Milind Nikumbh and senior faculty members. The CME module included a series of structured academic sessions, value empowerment programs, hands on training activities, pretest and posttest evaluations, and interactive discussions. The topics covered included the history of medicine, life and contributions of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann and other stalwarts of homoeopathy, the relationship between homoeopathic philosophy and various medical subjects, evolution of the Organon of Medicine, and the application of logic and philosophy in homoeopathy. Experts from different institutions delivered lectures and guided activities to enhance pedagogical competence and academic integration among homoeopathic disciplines. In addition to academic enrichment, recreational and cultural activities were organized to encourage interaction among delegates. The CME concluded with a valedictory session where participants shared their experiences and certificates were distributed. The program successfully enhanced knowledge, teaching methodologies, and collaborative learning among homoeopathic faculty members.