Cochlear implant is one of the greatest inventions of modern medicine. It is boon for deaf mute children. These children after surgery can hear sounds and develop near normal speech. So, to help the needy patients of our region cochlear implant surgery is started in our department. Till now 7 cases have been operated under Suvarna Arogya trust scheme. Under this scheme surgery is totally free of cost for children less than 6years belonging to BPL families.

Super Speciality

B.V.V.Sangh’s S.N.Medical College and HSK Blood Centre is a licenced Blood Centre for processing of Whole Human Blood and for preparation of following Components

1. Whole Human Blood IP
2. Concentrate of Human Red Blood Cells IP
3. Leucodepleted Human Red Blood Cells IP
4. Platelet Concentrate IP
5. Fresh Frozen Plasma BP
6. Cryoprecipitate IP
7. Single donor platelet by Apheresis
8. Plasma apheresis

B.V.V EYE BANK AND CORNEA GRAFTING CENTRE was established in 2002 in the premises of Shri S. Nijalingappa Medical College and HSK Hospital, Bagalkot to propagate the Awareness about Eye Donation and to restore vision in Corneal Blind persons. More than 200 sight-restoring corneal grafting surgeries have been done so far. These Corneal grafting surgeries are on a charitable basis.  B.V.V EYE BANK AND CORNEA GRAFTING CENTRE is registered under Human Organs Transplantation Act 1994. Our eye bank serves as a valuable resource for students and faculty in fields such as medicine, optometry, and public health.

In Radio diagnosis, we use different imaging modalities to see within the human body. These modalities are used to diagnose abnormalities and diseases. Some of these techniques include Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed tomography (MDCT), Ultrasound, X-Ray, Mammography, Fluoroscopy and DSA. Each of these uses a different purpose and technology to achieve its goals.

Keeping in view of above two diseases to reduce the burden on families affected, we formed a society “The Thalassemia and Hemophilia Society”. Established on 04.01.2017, with 14 members headed by Dr. V.C. Charantimath. NGO, registered with Govt of Karnataka. The main aim of our society is to give free blood transfusion, free chelating drugs, free investigation and treatment for Thalassemia children and supplying and treating Hemophilia with factor transfusion at subsidized rates.

We have 134 registered Thalassemia children who are receiving free treatment since 3 month. We are doing this through generous donations given by kind donors who are concerned with over all well being of these children. 87 donors donated so far. We thrive to give better treatment to these children for better future. We run hemato oncology clinic first Wednesday of every month at OPD no-22.

State of art operation theaters with high end equipment where surgical procedures are performed under sterile conditions. These rooms are designed to ensure patient safety, facilitate smooth surgical procedures, and minimize the risk of infections. Various surgical procedures like Gastro-Intestinal , Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic surgery, Laparoscopic surgery, Anorectal surgeries, Endocrine Surgery, Breast Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery, General Thoracic & Vascular Surgery, Emergency & Trauma care Diabetic Foot Management are done by the most efficient team of surgeons.

SNMC is proud that we are the first hospital in North Karnataka to be accredited as a Breastfeeding Friendly Hospital by the Breastfeeding Promotion Network of India. In our hospital, breastfeeding is promoted during pregnancy and facilitated soon after delivery, in the postpartum period and even at home after discharge from the hospital. Our staff are well versed with the skills of helping new mothers successfully breastfeed and our lactation counsellor exclusively gives support and guidance in challenging situations. The experience of motherhood and breastfeeding is made more beautiful by our skilled staff, all of whom are committed to the mission of exclusive breastfeeding.

We are proud to announce that our hospital has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH) for the third consecutive time. This reflects our commitment to delivering the highest standards of patient care, safety, and quality. Our focus on continuous improvement ensures that our patients receive the best possible healthcare experience. Our team remains committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and innovative healthcare experience.

An advanced cadaveric skill lab is a specialized training facility where medical professionals, particularly surgeons, can practice and refine their techniques using human cadavers. These labs are designed to provide hands-on experience with anatomical structures, allowing practitioners to perform various procedures in a controlled, realistic setting.

Lab is equipped with six operating microscopes with all instruments required for mastoid surgery training. In this lab microvascular anastomosis, nerve suturing, white matter brain dissection, skull base surgery, plastic surgery flaps, Ophthalmology surgeries can be practiced. Lab has soft embalmed cadavers which are life like high fidelity, best for learning all surgical skills.

At S. N. Medical College, Bagalkote, we take immense pride to have a Simulation Centre, which is an unparalleled hub of medical training that stands at the forefront of healthcare education. Our centre is equipped with high fidelity mannequins and state of art infrastructure.  The 650-capacity hall is a spacious, state-of-the-art training arena that accommodates large-scale simulation exercises, enabling simultaneous training sessions for multiple groups. Equipped with sophisticated audiovisual systems, our facility ensures that every action is closely monitored and analysed, allowing for real-time feedback and enhanced learning. This design fosters not only individual skills development but also effective teamwork, communication, and decision-making—skills that are crucial in high-pressure healthcare settings.

We have separate sports department in the college and we have spacious Indoor stadium GYM, Play Ground, Swimming pool, Basketball court Students daily morning and evening involves in sports activity. Indoor stadium, GYM, Table tennis, Carom, Chess, Yoga Hall, Play ground, Basketball Court, Swimming pool, Mini Football ground.

We have seven lecture halls with varying seating capacities, ranging from 150 to 650 seats, which are air-conditioned and well equipped with quality sound system and all audio-visual aids with power backup facility. We also have 3 to 4 demonstration rooms, each of 75 seats capacity, with audio-visual aids in every department.

S. Nijalingappa Medical College has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls and also for postgraduates. Each hostel has separate wardens to take care of the students. The mobile numbers of the wardens are displayed on the notice board, so that students can contact them at any time. The hostels have well-maintained rooms with comfortable beds, study desks, chairs, and adequate storage space for personal belongings. The safety and security of the students are given top priority. Adequate security measures are in place, such as CCTV cameras, 24-hour security personnel, secure doors and locks, and emergency response systems. A well-equipped and hygienic mess or dining hall and 24 hours RO water supply for drinking purposes and 24 hours tap water is available for domestic purposes. A fast and reliable internet connection is available throughout the hostel which allows students to access online resources for academic and personal purposes.

Genetic testing is a type of medical diagnostic test that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes or proteins. In Genetic tests we examine a person's DNA in a variety of sequences. They are all designed to help us to identify a particular gene that may cause a genetic disorder. Our Genetic Laboratory was established in 2017.

The Women's and Children's Health Research Unit at SNMC is an accomplished unit with several completed and ongoing research studies, both at community and facility level. The focus of our research is to identify strategies to improve maternal and neonatal health, especially in the underprivileged regions of India. Our collaborators have been the neighbouring institutions in Karnataka and India and also International institutions of repute like Thomas Jefferson University (USA), University of British Columbia (Canada), University of Sheffield (UK), Kings College London (UK) and World Health Organization, amongst others. The unit has a reputation of rigorous conduct of research backed by the capacity and capability of the personnel.