DR. ADITYA ANAND
DR. RENGARAJ VENKATESH, Dr. S. BALA MURUGAN
Abstract
Purpose: An academic extravaganza in the form of writathon is organized thrice annually since past 5 years at our institute during the holidays to drive the residents for achieving maximum outcome in the form of publications and research activities. Method: The residents are given a topic to work upon whole day during the holidays. They are provided with our electronic medical record system and internet for the data collection. The residents are mentored by their thesis guides. The residents are encouraged to chose journal for publication of their work based on impact factor. Result: As a result of this initiative, we have seen an enormous spike in our publications in past few years and incorporation of lot of innovative idea. More than 300 articles have been published in reputed journals. Some of our works have got awards at both national and international levels. Conclusion: This academic feast have led to research drive in our residents and improving quality of ophthalmic education.
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