Andhra Medical College Hosts Inspiring White Coat Ceremony for Professional Year I Students

Visakhapatnam, 5 October 2026: Andhra Medical College (AMC), Visakhapatnam, successfully conducted the White Coat Ceremony 2026-27 for the newly admitted Professional Year I MBBS students at the Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Auditorium, CAB-AMC Campus. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the lives of aspiring medical professionals as they formally embraced the values, responsibilities, and ethics of the medical profession.

The event commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the pursuit of knowledge, wisdom, and dedication to patient care. Distinguished guests, faculty members, parents, and students assembled to celebrate the beginning of the students’ journey into the noble profession of medicine. The auditorium was filled to capacity with enthusiastic first-year MBBS students and their proud parents, creating an atmosphere of celebration, anticipation, and shared commitment to the noble ideals of medicine. Their overwhelming participation reflected the importance of this memorable occasion and added warmth and significance to the event.

The ceremony was graced by eminent medical education leaders, Dr. T. Ravi Raju, Former Director of Medical Education and Former Vice Chancellor of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, and Dr. T. Radha, Former Principal of Andhra Medical College, as Chief Guests. In their inspiring addresses, they emphasized the values of compassion, integrity, professionalism, empathy, and lifelong learning that form the foundation of medical practice.

The program was presided over by Dr. K. V. S. M. Sandhya Devi, Additional Director of Medical Education and Principal, Andhra Medical College. Among the distinguished dignitaries present were Dr. Chandrasekhar Naidu, I/C Superintendent, King George Hospital, Dr. A. Krishna Veni, Vice Principal (Academic), AMC, and Dr. V. Raj Kamal, Vice Principal (Administration), AMC, who encouraged the students to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, and patient-centered care throughout their medical careers.

A defining moment of the ceremony was the formal presentation of white coats to the newly admitted MBBS students. Donning the white coat for the first time, the students symbolically entered the medical profession and recommitted themselves to the principles of service, compassion, excellence, and responsibility. The sight of hundreds of students wearing their white coats together was both inspiring and memorable, signifying the beginning of their transformation into future healthcare professionals.

Faculty members warmly welcomed the incoming batch and introduced them to the rich legacy of Andhra Medical College, one of India’s most prestigious and historic medical institutions. The ceremony reinforced the institution’s commitment to nurturing competent, compassionate, and socially responsible physicians capable of meeting the healthcare needs of society.

The event concluded with a collective affirmation of professional values and a memorable group photograph featuring students, faculty members, and dignitaries. The atmosphere throughout the program was marked by enthusiasm, pride, and a deep sense of purpose, making the White Coat Ceremony 2026-27 a truly memorable occasion for students and their families alike.

Event Highlights

• Successful induction of the MBBS Professional Year I Batch (2026-27).
• Packed auditorium with enthusiastic participation from students and parents.
• Traditional lamp-lighting ceremony signifying knowledge, service, and commitment.
• Inspiring addresses by distinguished medical educators and institutional leaders.
• Formal presentation of white coats to newly admitted MBBS students.
• Reinforcement of professional values including empathy, ethics, integrity, and excellence.
• Celebration of Andhra Medical College’s rich heritage and commitment to quality medical education.

A New Beginning

The White Coat Ceremony 2026-27 was a resounding success and marked the beginning of a transformative journey for the new generation of AMC medical students. With the wholehearted participation of students, parents, faculty members, and distinguished guests, the event reflected the institution’s enduring commitment to excellence in medical education and patient care. As the students donned their white coats and embarked upon their medical careers, they embraced the ideals that define the profession: Learning, Caring, Healing, and Leading.