Healthcare education is rapidly evolving to meet global standards of quality, patient safety, academic excellence, and competency-based learning. Medical institutions today are expected to provide not only high-quality education but also outstanding patient care, strong governance, healthcare accreditation, and internationally aligned teaching methodologies.
To support this vision, Great Eastern Medical School & Hospital, Srikakulam (KIMS Group of Hospitals), in collaboration with the International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA), is organizing an International Expert Seminar on NAAC MBGL, Patient Care Excellence, WHO Health Standards Implementation, and Competency-Based Pedagogy.
The seminar will be held on 20 July 2026, from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM, at Great Eastern Medical School, Srikakulam.
The seminar aims to bring together academic leaders, medical educators, deans, faculty members, and healthcare professionals to discuss quality enhancement in medical education, competency-based pedagogy, patient care excellence, WHO health standards, accreditation frameworks, and institutional best practices.
International Expert Seminar Details
Seminar Topic:
NAAC MBGL – Patient Care Excellence, WHO Health Standards Implementation & Competency-Based Pedagogy
Date:
20 July 2026
Time:
10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Venue:
Great Eastern Medical School, Srikakulam
Organized By:
Great Eastern Medical School & Hospital, Srikakulam (KIMS Group of Hospitals)
In Collaboration With:
International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy
CEO, International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)
About Great Eastern Medical School & Hospital
Great Eastern Medical School & Hospital, Srikakulam, is one of the leading medical institutions under the KIMS Group of Hospitals, committed to excellence in medical education, healthcare services, research, and community health.
The institution provides quality medical education while emphasizing clinical excellence, ethical healthcare practices, patient-centered treatment, research, innovation, and continuous academic development.
The institution focuses on:
- Medical Education Excellence
- Clinical Training
- Patient Care
- Healthcare Research
- Community Health Services
- Faculty Development
- Medical Innovation
- Academic Quality Improvement
By continuously strengthening academic standards and healthcare services, Great Eastern Medical School aims to prepare competent healthcare professionals capable of meeting both national and international healthcare challenges.
About the International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)
The International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA) is one of India's leading organizations specializing in institutional quality enhancement, accreditation consultancy, healthcare quality improvement, university rankings, governance systems, and strategic institutional development.
IIQA provides consultancy and expert guidance for:
- NAAC Accreditation
- NBA Accreditation
- NIRF Rankings
- QS World University Rankings
- Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings
- Healthcare Accreditation
- Hospital Quality Systems
- WHO Health Standards Implementation
- Institutional Governance
- Academic Quality Enhancement
IIQA works closely with universities, medical colleges, engineering institutions, hospitals, and higher educational institutions across India and abroad to strengthen institutional performance and quality.
Purpose of the International Expert Seminar
The seminar has been designed to help medical institutions understand how internationally accepted quality standards can improve healthcare delivery and medical education.
Participants will gain practical insights into:
- NAAC MB Clients GL Framework
- Patient Care Excellence
- WHO Health Standards
- Competency-Based Medical Education
- Healthcare Quality Systems
- Institutional Governance
- Academic Quality Enhancement
- Faculty Development
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Accreditation Best Practices
The sessions will help institutions align their academic and healthcare practices with globally accepted standards.
Understanding NAAC MBGL
NAAC's Manual for Medical and Health Sciences (MBGL) provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the quality of medical education institutions.
The framework evaluates institutions on several critical aspects, including:
- Curricular Aspects
- Teaching-Learning and Evaluation
- Research, Innovation & Extension
- Infrastructure & Learning Resources
- Student Support
- Governance & Leadership
- Institutional Values & Best Practices
Implementing MBGL guidelines enables medical institutions to strengthen academic quality, governance, and institutional effectiveness.
Importance of Patient Care Excellence
Delivering excellent patient care remains one of the primary goals of every healthcare institution.
The seminar will discuss strategies to improve:
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Quality
- Healthcare Governance
- Patient Satisfaction
- Evidence-Based Healthcare
- Ethical Medical Practice
- Continuous Clinical Improvement
Strong patient care systems contribute to better health outcomes and improved institutional reputation.
WHO Health Standards Implementation
The seminar will explore the importance of implementing World Health Organization (WHO) health standards to enhance healthcare quality and patient safety.
Key discussion areas include:
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Patient Safety Standards
- Quality Assurance Systems
- Healthcare Risk Management
- Clinical Governance
- Sustainable Healthcare Practices
Adopting WHO standards supports hospitals and medical institutions in achieving internationally recognized levels of healthcare excellence.
Competency-Based Pedagogy in Medical Education
Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) focuses on developing practical skills, clinical competence, ethical values, communication abilities, and professional behavior among medical students.
The seminar will discuss:
- Outcome-Based Education
- Student-Centered Learning
- Clinical Skill Development
- Competency Assessment
- Curriculum Design
- Medical Simulation
- Faculty Development
- Continuous Assessment
CBME prepares future healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
Benefits of Attending the Seminar
Participants will learn how to:
- Strengthen NAAC Accreditation Readiness
- Improve Medical Education Quality
- Enhance Patient Care Systems
- Implement WHO Health Standards
- Develop Competency-Based Curriculum
- Improve Institutional Governance
- Strengthen Faculty Development
- Build Sustainable Quality Systems
- Enhance Healthcare Accreditation Readiness
- Promote Continuous Institutional Improvement
Keynote Speaker
Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy
CEO, International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA)
L.L.B. (O.U.), L.L.M. – Constitutional Law (O.U.), Ph.D. (K.U.)
Alumnus – IIM Ahmedabad | President of India Medal Awardee
Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy is an expert in accreditation, institutional establishment, quality assurance, healthcare quality systems, university rankings, and higher education governance. He has guided numerous universities, medical colleges, engineering institutions, and healthcare organizations in strengthening institutional quality and achieving excellence through internationally recognized standards.
Target Audience
The seminar is designed for:
- Principals
- Deans
- Associate Deans
- Academic Administrators
- Faculty Members
- Medical Educators
- IQAC Coordinators
- Hospital Administrators
- Healthcare Quality Professionals
- Medical College Leadership Teams
Why This Seminar is Important
Medical institutions today must balance academic excellence with high-quality patient care, healthcare governance, competency-based education, and accreditation standards.
This seminar provides participants with practical knowledge and expert guidance on implementing quality frameworks that strengthen institutional performance, improve patient outcomes, and support continuous academic and healthcare excellence.
Conclusion
The International Expert Seminar on NAAC MBGL, Patient Care Excellence, WHO Health Standards Implementation, and Competency-Based Pedagogy, jointly organized by Great Eastern Medical School & Hospital, Srikakulam (KIMS Group of Hospitals) and the International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA), represents an important initiative to advance quality in medical education and healthcare.
Scheduled for 20 July 2026 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM at Great Eastern Medical School, Srikakulam, the seminar will provide valuable insights into accreditation, competency-based education, patient care excellence, healthcare governance, and internationally recognized quality standards.
With expert guidance from Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy, participants will gain practical strategies to strengthen institutional quality, improve healthcare services, enhance medical education, and prepare for long-term excellence in healthcare and medical education.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the objective of the International Expert Seminar at Great Eastern Medical School?
The seminar aims to help medical institutions strengthen academic quality, patient care, WHO health standards implementation, competency-based pedagogy, and NAAC MBGL readiness.
2. Who should attend this seminar?
The seminar is intended for Principals, Deans, Associate Deans, Academic Administrators, Faculty Members, Medical Educators, IQAC Coordinators, Hospital Administrators, and Healthcare Quality Professionals.
3. What topics will be covered during the seminar?
The seminar will cover NAAC MBGL, Patient Care Excellence, WHO Health Standards Implementation, Competency-Based Medical Education, healthcare quality systems, accreditation, governance, and institutional best practices.
4. Who is the keynote speaker?
The keynote address will be delivered by Dr. T. Ravinder Reddy, CEO of the International Institute of Quality Accreditation & Rankings (IIQA), an expert in accreditation, healthcare quality, institutional establishment, and higher education governance.
5. How will this seminar benefit medical institutions?
Participants will gain practical insights into improving accreditation readiness, strengthening healthcare quality, implementing WHO standards, enhancing competency-based medical education, improving governance, and supporting continuous institutional improvement.
