GMC Anantnag takes historic leap; becomes first newly established GMC of J&K to receive nod for Superspeciality course in Cardiology

• Sakeena Itoo commends GMC Administration, reaffirms Government’s commitment to expand access to specialised healthcare services

JAMMU: In a landmark development for the healthcare sector of Jammu and Kashmir, Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first newly established GMC in J&K to receive approval to start a Superspeciality course in Cardiology. The National Board of Examinations has accredited “Three Dr NB Cardiology seats” to the Department of Cardiology GMC Anantnag.

The approval marks a major step forward in the transformation of GMC Anantnag into a centre of advanced medical education and tertiary care, and reflects the sustained efforts of Omar Abdullah led Government to expand access to specialised healthcare services in the region.

Congratulating the administration, faculty, and staff of GMC Anantnag, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo lauded the dedication and teamwork of GMC Anantnag in achieving this prestigious feat. She said that the sanctioning of a Superspeciality Cardiology course is a testament to the Government’s unwavering resolve to upgrade healthcare infrastructure and medical education across Jammu and Kashmir.

“The Government is determined to ensure that people of Jammu and Kashmir have access to high-quality specialised healthcare. The approval of a Superspeciality Cardiology course at GMC Anantnag is a major stride in that direction. It will not only strengthen tertiary care services in South Kashmir but also reduce the need for patients to seek advanced cardiac treatment outside the region,” the Minister stated.

She further emphasised that the Government has adopted a comprehensive approach to strengthen medical institutions through infrastructure development, recruitment of specialist faculty, procurement of advanced equipment, and expansion of academic programmes.

“With the introduction of the Superspeciality Cardiology course, GMC Anantnag is poised to emerge as a key hub for advanced cardiac care, research, and training. The development is expected to greatly benefit cardiac patients by providing timely and specialised treatment closer to home, while also creating new opportunities for postgraduate medical aspirants”, Minister Sakeena said.

She added that this unique achievement stands as a reflection of the Government’s broader vision to build a robust, accessible, and patient-centric healthcare system across Jammu and Kashmir.

Pertinently, the accreditation from the National Board of Examinations (NBEMS) for Superspeciality course in Cardiology solidifies the stature of GMC Anantnag as a premier hub for both advanced cardiac treatment and specialist medical training and sets a benchmark for the peripheral medical colleges in the rest of the country.