Karuna Medical College

Appointment

Department of Forensic Medicine

Established
0

Department of Forensic Medicine

Forensic Medicine is the bridge between law and medicine. The term ‘Forensic Medicine’ was derived from the ‘Forensis’ meaning belonging to the market place or forum, which refers to the “forum’ or public meeting place where legal cases were tried in Ancient Rome.

The department primarily deals with teaching students of MBBS about Forensic Medicine, Toxicology and Medical ethics. We guide them in applying the medical and legal knowledge gained while they practice medicine. We are also making them aware of the importance of medical as well as legal duties

Key Doctors

Dr. S. Peranantham, MD.

Designation : Professor and Head
AEBAS Number : 86442014
FEP ID : M32749
Medical Council Registration Number : Kerala
Medical Council – 105275
Tamilnadu Medical Council – 90438
Total Teaching Experience : 11 years

Dr Nikita Prabhakaran G

Designation: Assistant professor
AEBAS Number: 8888 8542
FEP ID: M 23792
Medical Council Reg NO: 48791 (Travancore Cochin Medical Council)
Total Teaching experience : 5 years

Dr. Rizwan Shiraz

Designation: Tutor
AEBAS number: 24453499
Medical council reg no: 102480(KSMC)

Academic & Research Infrastructure:

  • Demonstration Rooms: The department features dedicated teaching spaces for both large and small group learning. This includes a spacious demonstration room with a seating capacity for 100 students and a smaller room that can comfortably accommodate 50 students. Both rooms are equipped with modern audiovisual aids, including LCD projectors and sound systems.
  • Practical Laboratory: We have a well-equipped laboratory designed to accommodate a large batch of students for hands-on practical sessions in various forensic techniques.
  • Museum: Our extensive museum is a key teaching tool, meticulously organized with a diverse collection of specimens, models, charts, and photographs. The collection is divided into specialized sections, including:
  • Bones and skeletons for anthropological study.
  • Weapons and their effects on the human body.
  • Poisons and toxicology specimens.
  • Wet specimens of various post-mortem findings.
  • Forensic photographs and X-rays of medico-legal significance.
  • Wax models to illustrate complex pathologies.
  • The museum also provides dedicated seating arrangements for students to facilitate in-depth study of the exhibits.
  • Library-cum-Seminar Room: This space serves as a central resource, offering a rich collection of textbooks and reference materials on Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. With a seating capacity for 30 people, it is an ideal venue for seminars, student presentations, and faculty discussions.
  • Research Laboratory: A dedicated research lab is available to support faculty and postgraduate students in conducting research and advancing the field of forensic science.
  • Office Accommodation: Separate office spaces are provided for all teaching and non-teaching staff, including the Professor & Head of the Department (HOD), Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, and Tutors/Demonstrators, to ensure a professional and efficient working environment.

Mortuary Block

Our functional and well-equipped mortuary is an integral part of the department, providing essential training and medico-legal services.

  • Autopsy Room: We have a autopsy room to conduct a specified number of post-mortem examinations daily in compliance with legal requirements.
  • Mortuary Coolers: Our cold storage facility, with a sufficient capacity of 5 chambers is used for the preservation of bodies awaiting inquest or disposal.

Equipment:

The department is equipped with all the necessary instruments and equipment for both teaching and medico-legal work, including: Microscopes for practical classes and research. Modern audiovisual aids for all teaching spaces. Specimen preservation equipment and chemicals for the museum.

Medico-Legal Services and Training:

The department is a recognized center for medico-legal services, offering students unparalleled practical exposure. Our services and training include Medico-legal Examinations: Facilities and expert staff are available for various other medico-legal examinations, such as injury certifications, age estimation, and examination of sexual assault cases. We maintain a strong working relationship with local police, the judiciary, and other forensic science laboratories to provide comprehensive training and support to the legal system.

Publication

Dr. S. Peranantham, MD.
  • Peranantham S., Manigandan G., Shanmugam K. Fatal Case of Gloriosa Superba Poisoning – A Case Report. International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Int J Med Pharm Sci). 2014; 4(10): 21-24.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G, Shanmugam K. Forensic approach to a case of death due to burn injury: a case report. International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences (Int J Res Med Sci). 2014; 2(3):1214-1216.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G, Tamilselvi V, Shanmugam K. Sudden Cardiac Death – A Case Report. International Journal of Current Research and Review (Int J Cur Res Rev). 2014; 6(16): 50-52.
  • Manigandan G, Peranantham S, Shanmugam K. Fatal High Voltage Accidental Electrocution – Two Case Reports. International Journal of Forensic Science & Pathology. 2014; 2:702-705.
  • Peranantham S, Shaha KK, Sahai A, Das S, Manigandan G, Shanmugam K. A Hospital Based Epidemiological Study of Deaths Due To Organophosphorus Compound Poisoning. Indo American Journal of Pharmaceutical Research.2014; 4(09): 3773-3779.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G, Tamilselvi V, Shanmugam K. A Fatal Case of Diazepam and Paraquat Poisoning – A Case Report. Medico-Legal Update. 2015; 15(1): 6-8.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G, Shanmugam K. Carotid tears in suicidal hanging – A case report. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. 2015; 9(1):169-171.
  • Manigandan G, Shaha KK, Sahai A, Das S, Peranantham S, Shanmugam K Profile of Fatal Head Injuries in Road Traffic Accidents. Indian journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology. 2015; 9(1): 83-88.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G, Tamilselvi V, Shanmugam K. A Fatal Case of Carbofuran poisoning – A case report. Journal of Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery. 2014; 5:15-20.
  • Peranantham S, Manigandan G. Role of Forensic Medical Expert in a Case of Suspected Child Abuse- Case report. South East Asian Journal of Current Research and Review 2015; 4(1): 1281-1287.
  • Peranantham S, Devnath GP, Janani S. Autopsy Study of Unnatural Deaths among Youth Population Conducted at Government Thoothukudi Medical College and Hospital. SSR Inst Int J Life Sci., 2024; 10(6): 6508-6512.
  • Dr. Ganapathy. S, Dr. Jeyasingh. T, Dr. Peranantham. S. IJAR - Indian Journal of Applied Research. IJAR - Indian Journal of Applied Research. 2019; 9(6): 65-66.
  • M Sakthimani, S Peranantham. Autopsy based analysis of unidentified dead bodies in a tertiary care hospital of South India. Journal of Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine. 2019 Jan 1;41(1):30–33.
  • Peranantham S, Jeyasingh T. An Autopsy Based Analysis of Deaths Due To Snakebite Envenomation. J-SIMLA. 2018; 10(2):70-74.
  • Peranantham S, Shanmugam K, Tamilselvi V. Forensic Pathological Context of Sudden Cardiac Death. SSR Inst Int J Life Sci., 2024; 10(6): 6582-6586.
  • Shanmugam K, Gerard Pradeep Devnath, Peranantham S. Forensic Analysis of Lightning Deaths – An Autopsy Based Study. Int. J. LifeSci.Biotechnol.Pharma.Res., 2025;4(14): 362-366.
Achievements

Published more than 20 Research Publications in National and International Forensic Journals.

  • Received Honorary Best Doctor Award in 2018 from District Collector on Republic Day.
  • Received COVID warrior award in 2022 from Coimbatore District Collector for service during COVID pandemic period.
  • Received achievement award from Coimbatore City Commissioner of Police for Dealing with Medico Legal Cases.
  • Reviewer in Innovative Publications and J of Community medicine and Forensic Medicine.
Dr Nikita Prabhakaran G
  • Nikita Prabhakaran G, S, Sujisha SS. Estimation of Age from Cranial Suture Fusion- an Autopsy based Study. J Indian Acad Forensic Med. 2024 Jun;46(1 Suppl):112-6.
  • Nikita Prabhakaran G, John R, Abdulla MS, Janardhan K. Analysis of information documented in histopathology request forms in a tertiary care teaching hospital of a rural area - a retrospective study. 2025;14(4):10.36106/ijsr.
  • Veena JS, Nikita Prabhakaran , Vincent V, Dileeph N, Rajendran K. A Descriptive Analysis of Patterns of Palatal Imprints. Int J Acad Med Pharm. 2025;7(4).
Researches pending for publications
  • Body marks and deformities as a mode of identification: a descriptive study
  • Quality of documentation in Medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD) in a tertiary care hospital in a Rural area- a retrospective study
  • Analysis of medicolegal Documentation in the emergency department of a tertiary care Hospital in a rural area- a retrospective study
  • Healing Hands, Deadly Intent: A Review of Medical Serial Killers in Literature
  • Intimate Partner Homicide-Suicides in India: A Retrospective Study of Dyadic Deaths Over 20 Years
  • Children in Conflict with the Law: A 10-Year Retrospective Analysis of Juvenile Accusations in India