Department of Medical Surgical Nursing

Dr. (Prof). Mrs. Fatima Dsilva is an outstanding academician and an excellent administrator with over 25 years of experience in the nursing profession. Has been associated with NITTE University since 2004 and was promoted as a Principal since 2011. 

She completed her graduation in 1992 and post-graduation in Medical Surgical Nursing with Cardiovascular and Thoracic nursing specialization from Father Muller College of Nursing, Mangalore in the year 1996.She was awarded her doctoral degree under the National Consortium for PhD Nursing in India, constituted by Indian Nursing Council in collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and W.H.O. in the year 2015. She has worked in various capacities as a tutor, clinical demonstrator, Lecturer, Asst. Professor and Professor and has also worked in administrative capacities as a Vice Principal and Principal. She also has worked as a Senior Clinical Tutor at Muscat Nursing Institute Sultanate of OMAN from 21/03/2001 - 21/04/2004.

1. Recipient of Citation award by MANGALORE MUSICAL AND CULTURAL ASSOCIATION at the Annual Function held on 21st November 2012 for 'Meritorious and Dedicated Services'- "Rendered to the Society in Guiding and moulding the Student Community.
2. Selected as a coordinator for the Sakura Japan -Asia Youth exchange program in Science from 17th Jan -26th Jan 2016.This project was fully funded by Japan Science and Technology
3. Certificate of appreciation for a contribution towards achieving the Guinness world record for "The most participants in hand sanitizing relay" held at Manipal University on 15th Oct 2016
4. Appointed as foundation steering committee member of India UNESCO Chair in Bioethics, Haifa on the 28th Nov 2016
5. Recipient of 'Distinguished alumnus' at a Mega alumnus meet conducted at Fr Mullers College of Nursing on 20th March 2021
6. Best paper award from NITTE (deemed to be University) on Dec 22nd, 2021 for the paper titled "Knowledge and practices of endotracheal suctioning (ETS) among nursing professionals -A systematic review"
7. Recipient of the OVID AWARD'' for Quiz on 26th November during the NRSI conducted by Ovid (Wolters Kluwer) Team
8. Certificate of Appreciation from TNAI for strengthening TNAI by enrolling life members

1. 1. Dsilva F, Singh P, Javeth A. Determinants of Cancer-Related Fatigue among Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review. J Palliat Care. 2022 Oct 17:8258597221131133. doi: 10.1177/08258597221131133. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36245333.
   2. Dsilva F, Mathew S, Joseph G. Effectiveness of a Self-instructional Module on Knowledge and Observed Practices of Nurses with Regard to Prevention of Central Line-Associated Blood Stream Infection: A Before-After Intervention Study. Journal of Health Management. 2022;24(2):233-239. doi:10.1177/09720634221087809
   3. Dsilva F, Javeth A, Singh P. Cancer related Fatigue-Clinical Evaluation Scales and Interventions: A Systematic review .Indian J Palliat Care 2022 Jan 15;1-11.Available from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/357862080_Cancer-Related_Fatigue_-_Clinical_Evaluation_Scales_and_Interventions_A_Systematic_Review doi 10.25259/IJPC_455_20
   4. Warjri E, Dsilva F, Sanal TS, Kumar A. Impact of white noise app on sleep quality among critically ill patients. Nurs. Crit. Care.2021 Dec 20;1-9.Available from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34931413/ doi.org/10.1111/nicc.12742
   5. Javeth A, Silva FD, Singh P. Myriad of cancer-related fatigue: A Concept model on multifactorial causation and impact. Indian J Palliat Care 2021 Aug 12; 27(2):354-6. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8428881/ doi: 10.25259/IJPC_19_21
   6. B.S Suchithra, Dsilva F, T.P Rajeev. Risk Factors of Urogenital Problems among Perimenopausal Women. J Health Allied Sci NU 2021 July; 1-5.Available from https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/pdf/10.1055/s-0041-1731913.pdf doi.org/10.1055/s-0041-1731913
   7. Thomas T, Kamath N, Kumar A, Dsilva F, Shetty PK. Prevalence and Severity of Menopausal Symptoms among Women - A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study. Online J Health Allied Scs. 2021; 20(1):2. Available from URL: https://www.ojhas.org/issue77/2021-1-2.html
   8. Fernandes S, Dsilva F, Dsouza, S.M. Effectiveness of a Planned Teaching Program on the Knowledge of Staff Nurses with Regard to the Nutritional Requirements of Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease.J Health Allied Sci NU 2021 Sep; 11(03): 188-192 Available from https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0041-1730106
   9. Sadanandan S, D Silva F, Renjith V. Depression among Rural Stroke Survivors: A Cross-Sectional Study. Indian J Community Med. 2021 Apr-Jun; 46(2):309-312.Available from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34321749/ doi: 10.4103/ijcm.IJCM_875_20. Epub 2021 May 29. PMID: 34321749; PMCID: PMC8281862
   10. Thomas T, Kamath N, Kumar A, D'Silva F. Effect of Mind-Body Approaches on Menopausal Symptoms among Women: A Community-Based Pilot Study J Health Allied Sci NU 2021 May; 11(2):61-65.Available from https://www.thiemeconnect.com/products/ejournals/pdf/10.1055/s-0040-1722423.pdf
   11. Sadanandan S, D'Silva F, Renjith V. Body Cathexis among Stroke Survivors: A Cross-Sectional Study. J Neurosci Rural Pract. 2021 Jan; 12(1):33-38. Available from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33531757/ doi: 10.1055/s-0040-1716807. Epub 2020 Oct 27. PMID: 33531757; PMCID: PMC7846317
   12. B.S Suchithra, Dsilva F, T.P Rajeev. Enhancing Knowledge of Women on Urinary Incontinence- A Pre and Post Interventional Study. J Clin Diagn Res 2020 Nov; 14(11): 17-19. Available from https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/14226/46298_CE[Ra1]_F(SL)_PF1(Chr_KM)_PFA(Chr_KM)_PN(SL).pdf
   13. Fernandes S, Dsilva F. Knowledge and Practice of Dietary Management in Patient Undergoing Hemodialysis. Indian J Public Health Res Dev 2020 May; 11( 5), 581-585
   14. Pappachan B, Dsilva F, Safeek AT. Life beyond the Diagnosis of Breast Cancer: A Qualitative Study on the Lived Experiences of Breast Cancer Survivors. Indian J Public Health Res Dev 2020 March; 11(3),83-87
   15. Pinto HJ, D'silva F, Sanil TS. Knowledge and Practices of Endotracheal Suctioning amongst Nursing Professionals: A Systematic Review. Indian J Crit Care Med. 2020 Jan; 24(1):23-32. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7050166/ doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10071-23326. PMID: 32148345; PMCID: PMC7050166.
   16. Pappachan B, Dsilva F, Safeek AT. Psycho-Social Interventions for Psychological Distress and Quality of Life among Women with Breast Cancer - A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Online J Health Allied Scs.2019 Oct; 18(3):1-5
   17. Fernandes S, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of Music therapy on depression, anxiety and stress among hemodialysis patients. International journal of Nursing education.2019Jan-March; 11(1):124-129. Available from https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Effectiveness-of-music-therapy-on-depression%2C-and-FernandesD'Silva/641137a88ed8c864707cb721e19c036599df266b doi:10.5958/0974-9357.2019.00024.2
   18. Dsilva F. Effectiveness of an educational intervention on the knowledge and attitude of patients attending the DOTS centre of selected hospitals in Mangaluru, Karnataka. Nurs J India 2018 March-April;109:292-296
   19. Bareh S,Dsilva F. Effect of music therapy on pain and QoL among Cancer Survivor. NUJHS 2017 September; 7(3,)25 -29 Available from https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0040-1708720 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1708720
   20. B.S Suchithra, Dsilva F. Bladder training programme in Urinary incontinence -A review. International journal of Medical Surgical Nursing 2017 April-June; 3(2):64-66
   21. Pappachan B, Dsilva F.A protocol for a systematic review on Psychosocial Interventions for Psychological distress and QoL among women with breast cancer. IOSR-JNHS 2017 Jan-Feb; 6(1) Ver VI:65-71
   22. Michael.A, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of Caregiver Support Program (CSP) on Burden and QoL of Caregivers of Stroke subjects. IJONE 2017 Jan-March; 9(1): 1-6
   23. Dsilva F, Pinto C.A. Determination of serum estrogen levels and its relationship with risk of osteoporosis among women in Mangalore. IJAR 2016 March; 4(3):506-513 Available from http://www.journalijar.com/article/8389/determination-of-serum-estrogen-levels-and-its-relationship-with-risk-of-osteoporosis-among-women-in-mangalore/
   24. Dsilva F. Knowledge and Attitude towards Eye donation among adolescents of Nursing Institute in Mangalore. IJAR 2015 Aug;3(8):727-731 Available from https://www.journalijar.com/article/5840/knowledge-and-attitude-towards-eye-donation-among-adolescents-of-a-nursing-institute-in-mangalore/
   25. Thomas L, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of a Nurse -Led Program Regarding Self Care Management among Hemodialysis Patients. IJHSR 2015 June ; 5(6):419-423 Available from https://www.ijhsr.org/IJHSR_Vol.5_Issue.6_June2015/58.pdf
   26. Thomas A.A, Dsilva F. Pain, Anxiety and Functional status of patients with lower limb fracture and dislocation after open reduction. J Health Allied Sci NU, 2015 March; 5 (1): 26-30. Available from https://www.thieme-connect.com/ products/ ejournals/ abstract/10.1055/s-0040-1703858 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1703858
   27. Dsilva F. Effectiveness of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) program on Knowledge and Attitude of College students towards HPV vaccine. Mangalore, Karnataka. JIARM 2015 Jan; 2(12):191-197
   28. Abraham S, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of Counseling on Quality of Life of Patients with HIV/AIDS in Selected ART Centers of Mangalore. Asian J Pharm Clin Res 2014 Sept; 7( 4):169-172 Available from https://innovareacademics.in/journals/ index.php/ajpcr/ article/view/1709
   29. Dsilva F, H Vinay, Muninarayanappa N.V. Effectiveness of DBE on the heart rate variability, BP, anxiety and depression of patients with coronary artery disease. J Health Allied Sci NU 2014 March; 4(1):35-41 Available from https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/s-0040-1703728 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1703728
   30. Dsilva F, Muninarayanappa N.V. Effect of nurse-led intervention program on patients with Coronary heart disease. International journal of social science tomorrow.IJSST 2013 Nov; 2(11):1-6
   31. Abraham A. K, Dsilva F. Job Satisfaction, Burnout and Quality of Life of Nurses from Mangalore. J Health Manag 2013 Jan-March; 15(1):91-97. doi: 10.1177/0972063413486033.
   32. Hormis N, Dsilva F. Obesity among adolescents of urban and rural schools in Mangalore. Nurs J India 2013 May-June; 104(3): 106-109 Available from https://www.proquest.com/openview/0d85846936bbf94e0f3802a7063c5d08/1.pdf?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=35042
   33. Dsilva F, Chandran S.K. Effectiveness of body position on hemodynamic status of cardiac patients with reduced ejection fraction. The Journal of Nursing Trendz 2013 Jan-April; 4(1):3-6.
   34. Francis N, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of PMR on Quality of sleep among medical patients admitted in medical wards of selected hospital at Mangalore. IJONE 2012 July-Dec; 4(2):46-50
   35. George R, Dsilva F, Dsouza J.L. Perceived Barriers & Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Life Style Modification Practices of Persons With Hypertension-A Study in Dakshina Kannada, Mangalore.JKIMSU 2012 July-Dec; 1(2): 117-123 Available from http://www.jkimsu.com/jkimsu-vol1no2/jkimsu-vol1no2-OA-11-117-123.pdf
   36. Jacob S, Dsilva F. Knowledge of women on early symptoms of cancer in rural and urban areas of Mangalore. J Health Allied Sci NU 2012 March; 2(1):3-7Available from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339665768_Knowledge_of_Women_on_Early_Symptoms_of_Cancer_in_Rural_and_Urban_Areas_of_Mangalore
   37. Dsilva F. Effect of Back Strengthening exercises on Low Back Pain among nursing students. Indian Journal of Continuing Nursing Education 2011 July -Dec; 12(2):27-32
   38. Mathew J, Dsilva F. A study on effectiveness of deep breathing exercise on Pulmonary function among patients with chronic airflow limitation. International Journal of Nursing Education 2011 July-Dec; 3(2):34-37
   39. Alphonse A, Dsilva F. Effectiveness of guided imagery on quality of life of persons with osteoarthritis in selected old age home. Prism's Nursing Practice 2011June; 6(1): 28-31
   40. Dsilva F. Occurrence and Predictors of Microalbuminuria among patients with type II Diabetes Mellitus. The Nursing Journal of India 2011 April;102(4):80-81 Available from https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22482299/
   41. Dsilva F. Burn out syndrome. Health action.2011 March; pp 30-33
   42. Paul S, Dsilva F. Prevalence of arthralgia and its effect on quality of life among Chikungunya sufferers of rural communities in Mangalore. Muller Journal of Medical science and Research 2011 February;2(1) :34-39
   43. Shyma K, Dsilva F. Quality of life of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Nitte Nursing J. 2011 Jan;3(5):7-9 Available at http://shodh.inflinet.ac.in
   44. Dsilva F. Comprehensive Cardiac Care - A Nursing care perspective.2008 July; Nightingale Nursing Times. Pp 12-17
   45. Dsilva F. Perception of stressors of hospitalized patients. Nursing Journal of India.2000 July;91(7):149

   
   

   
   Conference Presentations
   1. Resource Person at a National e-conference on the topic 'Scholarly publications: Challenges and solutions conducted by Nursing Research Society of India on 26th -27th November 2021, organized by Yenepoya University, Mangalore
2. Invited speaker on the topic 'Focus Forward-Opportunities for nurses across the globe' on 9th November 2021 at Fr Mullers College of Nursing, Mangalore
3. Invited speaker on 'NAAC-Accreditation-The Way forward' on 22nd Dec 2020 at a staff development program organized by St. Johns national academy of health sciences, Bangalore
4. Resource Person at a National e-conference on the topic 'Professional publication in Nursing Principles, Techniques and Guidelines of scientific writing' on 10th August 2020 organized by Centre for Continuing Nursing excellence, Noida, UP
5. Invited for Guest Lecture Series on the topic 'Student nurses starting career amid COVID 19 pandemic' on 4th August 2020 organized by Yenepoya University, Mangalore
6. Resource person for a National Webinar on 'Outcome based education' organized by Adichunchungiri College of Nursing, Adichunchungiri University on 19th June 2020
7. Resource person for a Staff enrichment program on 'First Aid for college teachers' on 29th May 2019 at St. Aloysius Pre-University college, Mangalore
8. Resource Person at a National conference on the topic 'Historical development of nursing education and a Panelist for a discussion on 'Concept-based nursing education' organized on 24th -25th January 2019 by MGM University, Mumbai
9. Invited speaker on the topic 'Effectiveness of team-based nurse family partnership program -A case study approach' at an International conference on nurses and midwives for universal health coverage organized by Indian Nursing Council, New Delhi on 29th Nov-1st Dec 2018
10. Resource person at a National conference on the topic 'Quantitative designs and Interview Vs Questionnaire' on 6th and 7th July 2018 organized by JSS college of Nursing, Mysore
11. Resource person at a National conference on the topic 'Role of a nurse as an independent practitioner 'on 22nd July 2017 organized by Laxmi memorial college of nursing, Mangalore
12. Invited speaker on the topic 'Nursing practice issues and Innovation' at a National conference on "Envisioning: Creating the future" organized by Fr Muller's College of Nursing on 3rd June 2017
13. Resource Person on the topic 'Patient care assignment' conducted by Laxmi memorial college of nursing, Mangalore as a part of In-service education program on 22nd July 2016
14. Resource Person on the topic 'Multi method research' at a State level workshop organized by KLE deemed University on 5th and 6th June 2015
15. Invited as a panelist for a faculty development program on the topic 'Rights and Benefits of Employees' Organized by Fr Muller's College of Nursing on 28th February 2015
16. Resource Person on the topic 'Assessment: A Tool for Gathering Information' for a National Conference on 'Nursing Process: A pathway towards comprehensive patient care' Organized by Yenepoya University on 7th November 2014.
17. Key note address Speaker on the topic 'Surgical safety practices for nurses 'at a workshop organized by Kasturba Medical college, Mangalore on 5th Oct 2014
18. Guest lecture on 'Heart Healthy choices' as a part of 'World Heart Day' Organized by Yenepoya University on 29th September 2014.
19. Guest lecture on 'Beating Invisible glaucoma'-A nursing perspective' as a part of World Glaucoma Day Organized by Yenepoya University on 12th March 2014.
20. Resource Person on the topic' Nurses Role in smoking cessation' at a Workshop & Hands on Training on 'Nicotine Replacement Therapy and Addiction Research 'on 21st - 22nd March 2013 organized by NITTE (Deemed to be) University
21. Resource Person on the topic 'Critical pathway and critical thinking' at a State level conference on "Innovative approaches in nursing administration'' Organized by Athena institute of health sciences, Falnir road, Mangalore on 18th -19th Jan 2013.
22. Resource Person on the topic 'Nursing workforce issues and trends affecting total quality patient care' at a National conference on 'Transitioning to total patient care: Emerging trend in clinical nursing practice' Organized by KLE academy of higher education and research, KLE university, Belgaum on 9th and 10th Nov 2012
23. Resource Person on the topic 'Techniques of administration' at a State level Conference on 'Traversing Pathways in administration: Curriculum to Career 'on 2nd February 2012 Organized by Alva's College of Nursing, Moodabidri
24. Resource Person on the topic 'Sexually transmitted infections' at a State level training programme for staff nurses on 'HIV/AIDS and ART on 9th Jan 2012 organized by Manipal College of Nursing, Mangalore.
25. Resource Person on the topic 'Funding, Publishing and presenting research findings' at a State level workshop on 'Recherché' on 3rd Dec 2011 organized by Sahyadri Institute of Health Sciences, Mangalore
26. Resource Person on the topic 'Writing research report, concept and guidelines' at a State level seminar on 'Communication and utilization of research findings' organized by Unity Academy of Health Sciences, Mangalore on 30th Nov 2011
27. Resource Person for a talk on 'Rights Special groups' at a State level workshop on 'Legal and ethical issues in nursing 'on 25th and 26th August 2011 organized by Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, NITTE (Deemed to be) University, Mangalore.
28. Resource Person on the topic 'Consumer protection act' at a State level workshop on 'Issues in Nursing Management' on 31st March 2011at Karavali College of Nursing, Mangalore.
29. Resource Person on the topic 'Interview schedule and questionnaire 'at a National workshop on 'Research tools and techniques' on 2nd and 3rd Feb 2010 at Yenepoya Nursing College, Yenepoya University, Mangalore
30. Resource Person on the topic 'Information Literacy' at a State Level Workshop on 'Evidence based Nursing Practice' on 31st July and 1st August 2008 organized by Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, Mangalore.
31. Research paper presentation on 'A study on knowledge and risk factor of CHD among male and female degree college students at Mangalore' at an International workshop on 'Rescue Resuscitation and Research' on 8th-12th October 2008 organized by A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore
32. Invited Speaker on the topic 'Pre and Post-operative Cardiac Care 'at a Continuing Education Program on 'Comprehensive Cardiac Care 'on 7th& 8th December 2007 organized by K. Pandyarajah Ballal Nursing Institute.
33. Invited Speaker on the topic 'Clinical Supervision 'at a State Level Workshop, 'Being with the student as a Nurse educator' on 20th December 2006 organized by Fr. Mullers College of Nursing

Was the Member of BOS (Mangalore University), Since 1999-2002

Published a monograph on 'Therapeutic nutrition' in 2012

Published an e-book on 'Life Style Modification Practices of Persons with Hypertension' by Lambert's Academic publishers, Germany in 2012

UG and PG Examiner for Kannur University, Kerala, Manipal University, Manipal, Rajiv Gandhi University of health Sciences, Bangalore, MGR University, Tamilnadu and Nitte University, Mangalore.

Paper setter for Rajiv Gandhi University of health Sciences, Bangalore. Meenakshi University, Coimbatore, Kerala University of health Sciences, Kerala, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, KLE Deemed University, Belgaum

 and Nitte University (Deemed to be University)

Detailed as squad for Medical Examinations at Government Medical college, Hassan

Appointed as INC inspector for conducting inspections in various states like Tamilnadu, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Uttar Pradesh

Invited as a Judge for paper presentation in the 19th Annual National Conference of Nursing Research Society of India on 29th Oct 2015 at Fr. Muller's College of Nursing, Mangaluru.

Examiner for doctoral students at Datte Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, Deemed University Wardha, Nagpur as well as Rajiv Gandhi University of health sciences 

Expert for UGC inspection -KIMS Karad Institute from Jan 5th -7th 2018

Appointed as an external academic auditor by Fr Muller's college of Nursing on 27th March 2014       

Was selected as a judge for the paper presentation during an International conference on Evidence Informed practice: An Approach to healthcare reform held on 24 and 25th Jan 2015 and the 19th Annual National conference of NRSI   held from 29th to 31st Oct 2015

Chairperson during the 12th National conference of SOMI, India held on 21st and 22nd Nov 2015

Invited as an external expert for PhD Admission scrutiny committee at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University)

External evaluator for research proposals for grants from funding agency at Yenepoya on March 17th 2018.

Was appointed as a KNC observer for the National conference on 'Simulation in Nursing 'held on 24th and 25th May 2019 at Fr Muller's college of Nursing, Mangalore

Organized a KNC accredited regional workshop 'Enhancing Research competence 'on 18th and 19th Dec 2019

Organized an International Nursing Symposium with Ulster University, UK and ISDC, Bangalore on 27th and 28th Jan 2020 

Invited as a participant for the INC workshop on 'Capacity Building of research guides' on 5th and 6th February 2020 at New Delhi

Completed 19 years of UG and 13 years of PG teaching experience .

 Best paper award  at National conference - Laxmi CON 2015

 Best paper award at National conference - Fr.Muller CON on 3rd June 2017

Certified in the following

1. 3 T IBHSC Bioethics course from UNESCO chair  in Bioethics

2. Short term course on research methodology from Nitte (deemed to be )University

3. First responder training certificate---Savoir

4. BLS Skill  certificate and Moving and  lifting skill training certificate---23-24.11.18 from AHA

5. Master trainer for Simulation in nursing from INC-27.1.2020 to 1.2.2020

Short Synopsis

Completed BSc Nursing from  Govt. College Of Nursing ,Calicut Medical College in the year 1999 and M.Sc Nursing in Medical Surgical Nursing  from Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences in 2007.Worked as a Clinical Instructor at Unity College of Nursing Mangalore from march 1999  till 17.2.2001.Fortunate to join Nitte Family as Nursing Tutor in School Of Nursing w.e.f. 19.2.2001.During the tenure of service served as Vice Principal SON for 1 year till May 2007.Has completed 19 years of  UG  and 13 years of  PG teaching experience .

Medical Surgical Nursing 

Genetic susceptibility and associated factors of tuberculosis among Indians and Tibetans 

Published 7 papers in various nursing and allied health sciences journals 

Attended various national and international conferences and presented papers.

Trained as NSS officer from Mysore University in 2016

Life skill training under NIMHANS

Underwent training under 2018

GFATM for ADIS , Tuberculosis Malaria 2011

Visited Japan under JST project to Miyajaki University in 2017

Life Member - TNAI

Short Synopsis

Completed Graduation and post-graduation in Medical Surgical Nursing From Nitte  Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences. Has completed a short term course in Counseling from Roshni Nilaya School of social work. Has 11 years of teaching experience  

 Bagged various prizes for elocution competition, essay writing, and other literary and cultural events during UG and PG period.

Medical-surgical nursing

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Basic schooling and PUC from Don Bosco High School, Sulcorna, and  Carmel Higher Secondary School, Nuvem, Goa. Completed GNM from Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing, Dharwad in 2011. PBBSc (N) from St John's National Academy of Health Sciences in 2014, Banglore  and MSc (N) from Mnaipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal in 2018. Has 2.5 years of clinical experience in NICU and special wards.Hobbies singing, dance,gardening, a voracious reader of novels, magazines and better yourself books.

 Medical Surgical Nursing

International symposium on future of nursing, leading change , advance health

• Attended a Conference on "Legal & Ethical Issues in Health Care Practice", Organized by St. Ignatius Institute of Health Sciences, Honavar
• Attended a conference on "Advance course of Biostatistics for nursing professionals" at RV college of nursing, Bangalore

• International Nursing Conference on " Is our Nursing Practice Evidence-Based? A review of Essential Skills in Health care & Nursing Education" November 2018
• Workshop on "Research Design for Nursing Practice" 2019

• Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade Pattabhisheka Award - 2019 for securing 9th rank in Community Health Nursing examination conducted by the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore in the year 2018
• Awarded 2nd prize in the Best Outgoing Undergraduate Student from SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences, Sattur, Dharwad for the academic year 2014-18
• Secured First rank with Gold medal in the M.Sc. nursing examination-2022 conducted by Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University, Dharwad
• Awarded 1st prize in the Best Outgoing Postgraduate Student from SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences, Sattur, Dharwad for the academic year 2020-22.

• Deshpande P, Kademani V. Effectiveness of thirst bundle on reduction of thirst intensity and dryness of mouth among postoperative patient's undergone abdominal surgery: a pilot study. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research. 2022 May; 9(5): d418-d430. Available from: https://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2205472.pdf
• Kademani V, Shinde S , Deshpande P, Bagewadi R. The weird power of the Placebo effect, is unexplained to the patient. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research.2022 July; 9(7): a420-a426. Available from: https://www.jetir.org/view?paper=JETIR2207049
• Kademani V, Desai O, Fernandes S. Effectiveness of ambulation during first stage of labor on Intensity of pain among Primigravida women in labor room. International Journal of Novel Research and Development. 2022 August; 7(8): 482-490. Available from: https://www.ijnrd.org/certificatemanager.php?a_rid=182384
• Desai O, Kademani V, Fernandes S. Effectiveness of structured teaching programme on menopausal signs, symptoms and its management among perimenopausal women residing in field practice area, Dharwad. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research. 2022 July; 9(7): a650-a659. Available from: https://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2207080.pdf
• Bhatagunaki H, Desai O, Kademani V. Effectiveness of self-instructional module on knowledge regarding revised national tuberculosis control programme among male health workers at selected primary health centers. International Journal of Scientific Development and Research. 2022 Sept; 7(9): 1030-1036. Available from: https://www.ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2209168.pdf
• Ashi R, Marihal A, Kademani V, Desai O, Fernandes S, Gaude S. Breastfeeding: A Boon for Mankind. Journal of Midwifery, Women Health And Gynaecological Nursing.2023 Jan; 5(1):1-5. Available from: http://matjournals.co.in/index.php/JMWHGN/article/view/1330
• Gaude S, Kademani V, Fernandes S, Marihal A, Deshpande P. Monkeypox: An Emerging Disease In The World. International Journal of Novel Research and Development. 2022 Sept; 7(9): 865-870. Available from: https://www.ijnrd.org/certificatemanager.php?a_rid=182998

• Organized International Webinar on Advanced Professional Practice Environment at SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences Dharwad on 20th April 2022
• Conducted workshop on Optimal Use of e-Resources at SDM Institute of Nursing Sciences Dharwad on 15th Sept. 2021

• Participated in Leadership Training Programme conducted by M. R. Pai Foundation jointly with a form of free enterprise and SDM University, Dharwad held in Sept. 2022.
• Undergone training programme on Basic Life Support Course conducted by Dept. of Emergency Medicine at SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital. Dharwad held in Dec.2022

• Evaluate the effectiveness of the thirst bundle on the reduction of thirst intensity and dryness of mouth among post-operative patients undergoing abdominal surgery.
• Effectiveness of ambulation during the first stage of labor on Intensity of pain among Primigravida women in the labor room.

• Directed & Edited the video project regarding Health Assessment in Medical Surgical Nursing, Child Health Nursing and Obstetric & Gynecological Nursing, the project got a vast amount of media attention & exposure. The project was a high-profile success, drawing about 15000+ viewers for each video.
  Youtube link: https://youtube.com/@veeresh2146

• Qualified University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET) for Assistant Professor in Social Medicine & Community Health conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) under Department of Higher Education , Ministry of Education , Government of India
• Awarded with Faculty of Education & Health Sciences Scholarship in recognition of excellent academic standing in Master of Science in Nursing Studies , University of Limerick , Ireland .

• Participated in 'SOLACE' - International Conference on Oncology organized by Caritas hospital , Kottayam , Kerala .

• National Level Emergency Medicine Conference - 'EM Genesis' and attended 'Workshop Session' on "Basic Emergency Care , Airway Management , ABG - Vascular Access and Basic Trauma Care" , organized by the Department of Emergency Medicine , Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College (MOSC) Hospital , Kolenchery , Ernakulam , Kerala .

• On "Clinical Neurology and Emerging Practices - Updates for Nurses" organized by MOSC College of Nursing , and Department of Neuro Medicine and Neuro Surgery , Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church (MOSC) Medical College Hospital , Kolenchery , Ernakulam , Kerala .
• Have been a Delegate for the state level workshop on "Biostatistics for Health Professionals" organized by Division of Biostatistics , Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church (MOSC) Medical College and MOSC College of Nursing , Kolenchery , Ernakulam , Kerala .
• Participated as Delegate in the State Level Conference on Hospital Infection Control 'INFECON 2017' organized by EMS Memorial Co-operative Hospital & Research Centre , Perinthalmanna , Malappuram and IMA Academy of Medical Specialities , Kerala Chapter .
• Have been a Delegate for the State Level Conference on "VIOLENCE AGAINST THE ELDERLY , WOMEN AND CHILDREN - CHANGING PERSPECTIVES AND CHALLENGES" organized by Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church (MOSC) College of Nursing , Kolenchery , Kerala .
• Participated as Delegate in the CME on "Pain and Palliative Care" organized by ISA Kerala State Chapter in association with ISA Malanad City Branch , Department of Anaesthesiology , MOSC Medical College & Pallium India at MOSC Medical College , Kolenchery , Kerala .
• Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) on "Critical Thinking Skills for Nurse Preceptors" organized by Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church (MOSC) College of Nursing and MOSC Medical College Hospital , Kolenchery , Ernakulam , Kerala .
• Participated in Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) workshop on "STRESS - MANAGE STRESS BEFORE IT MANAGES YOU" organized by Medical Trust Hospital & Medical Trust College of Nursing , Ernakulam , Kerala .

• Participated in an online CDE programme on "An insight on Innovative Teaching Strategies in Dental Education by Teerthanker Mahaveer Dental college and Research Centre , Moradabad , Uttar Pradesh.
• Successfully completed Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Management of Stress at OSL for Higher Proficiency" conducted by Centre for Teaching , Learning & Development , Teerthanker Mahaveer University , Moradabad , Uttar Pradesh .
• Successfully completed Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Concepts and Implementaton of Outcome Based Education" by Centre for Teaching , Learning & Development , Teerthanker Mahaveer University , Moradabad , Uttar Pradesh.
• Participated in the session on "How to identify sources of Funding for start ups" by Institutions Innovation Council(IIC) , Faculty of Engineering , Teerthanker Mahaveer University , Moradabad .
• Participated in the webinar on session with "Innovation and start up Ecosystem Enablers from the regional level" , under Institutions Innovation Council , Faculty of Engineering , Teerthanker Mahaveer University , Moradabad .
• Attended "BASIC LIFE SUPPOPRT" workshop conducted by Continuing Nursing Education( CNE) Cell , St.John's Medical College Hospital , Bangalore .
• Participated in "ABG & VENTILATOR " workshop conducted by St.John's Medical College Hospital , Bangalore .

• Volunteered in Flood Relief medical camps in Kerala in 2018 .
• Conducted Nipah Virus Infection Health Awareness Programme in Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church (MOSC) hospital , Kolenchery , Kerala .
• Volunteered in various conferences & workshops conducted by MOSC College of Nursing , 2018-2019 .
• Secured Prizes in extempore as a part of World Women's Day celebration and Quiz on the event of World Diabetes Day and Nurse's Day Celebrations .

• Attended a National level conference On Empowering Human Resources for Quality care
• Organized state-level conference on Research Methodology.
• Continuing education program on Intensive Respiratory Nursing, What is new??
• Decennial National conference on changing Paradigms in Nursing: contemporary issues and future of Indian Nursing.
• Seminar and Exhibition on Role of Rehabilitation in psychiatric disorders.

• Assess the effectiveness of changing positions in reduction of Serum bilirubin among neonates undergoing phototherapy in a selected hospital at Mangalore.
• Child health Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education, Fundamentals Of Nursing, Research