Cadaveric Oath Ceremony for MBBS Batch 2026-27 Held at Andhra Medical College

The dead teach the living. With gratitude to our first teachers, we begin our journey in medicine.”

The Department of Anatomy, Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam, organized the Cadaveric Oath Ceremony for the newly admitted MBBS Batch of 2026-27 on 12 October 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Anatomy Dissection Hall.

The ceremony was graced by Dr. K. V. S. M. Sandhya Devi, Principal, Andhra Medical College and Additional Director of Medical Education (DME). Distinguished faculty members including Prof. Dr. S. Ravindra Kishore, Prof. Dr. Vasanthi, and other members of the Department of Anatomy were present on the occasion.

The Cadaveric Oath Ceremony is a significant event in medical education, serving as the students’ first formal interaction with the study of human anatomy through cadaveric dissection. During the ceremony, students took a solemn oath to respect and honor human cadavers, recognizing them as their first teachers and invaluable contributors to medical learning.

The dignitaries emphasized the values of empathy, ethics, professionalism, and gratitude towards body donors. Students were encouraged to approach anatomical learning with sincerity and reverence, keeping in mind the noble sacrifice made by donors for the advancement of medical education.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the MBBS Batch 2026-27 and faculty members. It marked the beginning of an important phase of their medical education and reinforced the fundamental values that guide the medical profession.

The Department of Anatomy remains committed to fostering ethical medical practice and nurturing compassionate future healthcare professionals through such meaningful academic traditions.

Department of Anatomy
Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
12 October 2026