Forensic Medicine

About Us

Welcome to the Department of Forensic Medicine, a cornerstone of medico-legal excellence within our hospital. We specialize in the intersection of medicine and law, delivering high-quality forensic analysis and services with precision, integrity, and empathy. Our department serves as a vital bridge between medical practice and the legal system, dedicated to providing accurate and timely medico-legal expertise.

Key Features

Expert Faculty and staff: Renowned forensic experts who have a continuous professional approach to stay updated with advancements in forensic medicine.
Modern Infrastructure: Fully functional classrooms and museum equipped with all the latest specimens: weapons, poisons, bones, wet mounted fixed specimens and clay models useful for practical teaching purposes and exams.
Comprehensive Services: Conducting medico-legal examinations with precision and care along with expert analysis of injury patterns, cause of death, and time of death.
Legal Documentation guidance: Preparation of Medicolegal reports and in-patient records considering all the latest protocols.
Collaborative Approach: Seamless coordination with other departments of the hospital regarding patient care and legal formalities, maintaining transparency with law enforcement and judiciary bodies.
Commitment to Education: Small and Large group discussions along with lectures and hands on training for MBBS students.
Ethical Practices: Adherence to confidentiality and impartiality in every case.

Quick Facts

Preparation of MLRs: Guidance and collaboration with Emergency medical officers and residents of all departments to prepare injury reports.

Sample collection for all medicolegal cases: Meticulous collection of all evidence for patients in casualty and forwarding of the same maintaining patient confidentiality and chain of custody.

Round-the-Clock Services: 24/7 medico-legal support.

Training: Regular workshops and awareness programs for doctors and patients regarding rights and the present use of law in medicine.

Our Expertise

Medico-legal autopsy and forensic pathology.
Analysis of injury mechanisms and patterns.
Toxicology and substance abuse investigations.
Determination of time, cause, and manner of death.
Expert testimony and evidence interpretation for legal proceedings.

Clinical Services

Collaboration with civil hospital Ludhiana to guide doctors for Autopsy: along with hands-on training of Medical students to study the postmortem procedures.
Medico-Legal Documentation: Detailed reports for injury assessments and legal cases.
Mortuary Services: Secure and respectful handling of deceased individuals.
Expert Consultations: Professional guidance for law enforcement and legal authorities.