Location -
College Location:
- 4 th floor, New College Building, Dr. R.N. Cooper Hospital
Department Timings -
- Office timings: 9 am to 4 pm
- 24/7 on call for emergency medicolegal services.
- Extension No. 1037
Email ID -
Contact Us -
Ext.166/167
Teaching & Non Teaching Staff
| Sr.No | Name of Faculty | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Rajesh B. Sukhadeve | Professor & Head |
| 2 | Dr. Sachin S. Sonawane | Additional Professor |
| 3 | Dr. Mahendra N. Wankhede | Additional Professor |
| 4 | Dr. Shivkumar R. Kolle | Assistant Professor |
| 5 | Dr. Sarah AL Hinnawi | Assistant Professor |
| 6 | Dr. Chancey Wood | Senior Resident |
| 7 | Dr. Ajmeer Krishna | Junior Resident 2 |
| 8 | Dr. Mayur N Chaudhari | Junior Resident 2 |
| 9 | Dr. Nitin More | Junior Resident 2 |
| 10 | Dr. Shashank Singh | Junior Resident 1 |
| 11 | Dr. Gopika Shreekumar | Junior Resident 1 |
| 12 | Dr. Megha Prakash Kandalgaonkar | Junior Resident 1 |
| 13 | Dr. Mahesh G. Khaire | Registrar |
| 14 | Dr. Tejas Shelar | Registrar |
Non-Teaching Faculty
| Sr No. | Name | Designation | Regular / Contractual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Chandrasekar Malgaonkar | Clerk | Contractual |
| 2 | Mr. Devendra Malpekar | Peon | Contractual |
| 3 | Mrs. Yuti Nate | Laboratory Technician | Contractual |
| 4 | Mr. Shekar Lanjekar | Assistant Artist | Regular |
About the Department
The Department of Forensic Medicine is a vital pillar of the medical sciences, dedicated to the intersection of medicine and law. This department plays a crucial role in imparting knowledge and training to undergraduate and postgraduate medical students in the field of forensic medicine, toxicology, and medico-legal practices. The department was established in 2015 with a mission to equip future medical professionals with the expertise needed to apply medical knowledge in legal contexts, contribute to the justice system, and uphold the ethical standards of the medical profession.
Facilities and Resources:
- A well-equipped mortuary with facilities for conducting autopsies.
- Museum showcasing medico-legal case studies, forensic models, and specimens.
- Access to current medico-legal literature and digital resources.
Activities:
- Regular seminars, workshops, training programmes and guest lectures by forensic experts.
- Case-based learning sessions and practical demonstrations.
- Court visits and medico-legal posting
Our faculty consists of experienced professionals who are not only educators but also practicing forensic experts. The department is committed to academic excellence, ethical practice, and community service, playing an essentia role in upholding justice through medical science.
Vision and Mission
Vision:
- To advance in the field of forensic medicine through excellence in education, research and
service, promoting justice, public health and safety. - To contribute to the global advancement of forensic medicine, sharing knowledge, expertise, and
best practices to improve forensic services and justice systems. - To foster a research-intensive environment, generating impactful publications and contributing
significantly to the field.
Mission:
- Advancing latest and relevant medical education: Train students to conduct medico-legal
examinations and prepare legal documentation. - Foster interdisciplinary learning by collaborating with other faculties
- Research: Promote research and investigation to advance knowledge and best practices in
forensic medicine.
Service: Deliver expert forensic services including autopsy, clinical forensic examination,
and serve as an expert witness to support the justice system and public health. - Community engagement: Collaborate with law enforcement and judicial bodies to aid in
investigations and court proceedings - Conduct Continuing Medical Programmes, workshops, seminars for professionals
and students. - Ethical and Legal Framework development: Uphold ethical practices in forensic
medicine by training professionals in medical ethics and confidentiality. - Quality assurance and Professional Development
Location in College
College Location:
- 4 th floor, New College Building, Dr. R.N. Cooper Hospital
Sections of Department
| Postmortem Centre | The Cooper Postmortem Centre is a key facility affiliated with the Department of Forensic Medicine, for medico-legal autopsies, forensic investigation, and practical medical education. Strategically located and fully equipped, the Centre plays a dual role in both public service and academic training |
| Clinical Forensic Medicine / Antemortem examination room | For examination of medicolegal cases including collection of evidence and sampling. |
| Museum | Toxicology Section: Equipped with basic analytical tools and models to demonstrate the detection and analysis of poisons and other toxic substances in biological samples. Students are trained in the identification of commonly encountered poisons and their medico-legal implications. Forensic Osteology and Anthropology: Displays and specimens of human bones, skeletal remains, and models used to teach identification, age estimation, and sex determination, aiding in forensic investigations. Forensic Ballistics, Radiology and Photography Various firearms, photographs of various injuries, and xrays of medicolegal cases for undergraduate academic training. Specimens Our museum houses an extensive collection of pathological wet specimens, which serve as invaluable resources for academic demonstration and research. These specimens, preserved in formalin or alcohol, encompass a wide array of human and animal tissues, offering a tangible glimpse into the complexities of disease and trauma. |
| Practical Lab | Interactive Learning Tools: The lab features visual aids, forensic charts, and case-based study models to help students understand complex concepts such as wound analysis, weapon injuries, and time since death estimation. Simulation and Documentation Training: Students are taught how to properly document medico-legal cases, fill out autopsy reports, and handle evidence following legal protocols. Simulated case scenarios are used for training in clinical forensic medicine, such as examination of assault, sexual offences, and intoxication cases. |
| Library | The library houses a curated selection of textbooks, reference books, national and international journals, and medico-legal manuals covering all aspects of forensic medicine, toxicology, pathology, legal medicine, and criminal law. |
| Demo Room | To conduct various training programmes, seminars and CME. |
| Research Lab | The Forensic Medicine Research Lab provides a dynamic environment for conducting investigative studies in forensic science. It facilitates student and faculty research in autopsy findings, chemical analysis, and crime-related medical evidence. The lab plays a key role in enhancing medico-legal education through hands-on scientific exploration. |
Facilities and Services
| Sr.No | Section | Services |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ANTEMORTEM |
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| 2 | POSTMORTEM |
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Academic Activities
Undergraduate (UG) Teaching:
- II MBBS Students – About 200 students per batch
- III MBBS Part
- (I) Students- About 200 students per batch
- Lectures- II MBBS one lecture and practical per week
- MBBS two lectures and practical per week
- Autopsy demonstration for MBBS Students
- AETCOM Modules
- Seminars conducted by students on allocated topics
- Quiz competitions and poster competitions
Postgraduate (PG) Activities:
MD FORENSIC MEDICINE:
The postgraduate training consists of autopsy techniques, recent advances in forensic medicine and toxicology, medicolegal case discussions, journal clubs, postgraduate teaching, seminars, demonstration of laboratory procedures, rotatory postings in various departments like forensic science laboratory, pathology, radiology, psychiatry, obstetrics and gynaecology etc.
Publications and Ongoing Projects
| Sr.No | Title of paper | Authors | Citation of Journal | Details of Indexing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pattern of injuries in Multiple fatality due to Helicopter crash | Dr. Rajesh, Sukhdeve, Dr.Sachin Sonawane, Dr. Shivkumar Kolle, Dr. Sarah Al Hinnawi | FMT | Journal of South Indian Medicolegal Association. |
Ongoing projects
| Sr.No | Title | Authors |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | An observational study to evaluate the socio – demographic status and psychosexual history of the accused of sexual offences in Western Mumbai | Dr. Chancey Wood, Dr. Rajesh B. Sukhdeve |
| 2 | A Prospective study of pattern and causes of head injury cases admitted in a tertiary care hospital in Mumbai | Dr. Ajmeer Krishna, Dr. Sachin S. Sonawane |
| 3 | Profile of injuries in road traffic accidents in a tertiary care Centre in Western Mumbai- A cross sectional autopsy based study | Dr. Nitin More, Dr. Rajesh B. Sukhdeve |
| 4 | Profile of hanging cases in Mumbai- A Prospective Study | Dr. Mayur N. Choudhary, Dr. Mahendra N. Wankhede |
Achievements and Awards
| YEAR | MILESTONES |
|---|---|
| 2015 | The Department of Forensic Medicine was established in the year 2015 at HBTMC DR. RNCH. |
| 2016 | Organized and conducted the CME on “ Be Lawgical” in 2016 |
| 2017 |
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| 2018 | Sensitization cum training programme on examination of survivors in sexual assault cases of POCSO on 29/08/2018 |
| 2019 | Department received LOP for starting the postgraduate course in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology for three students from National Medical Council. |
| 2022 | A one-day training programme was held for the district court judges, which included lectures and autopsy demonstration. |
| 2023 |
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| 2024 |
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| 2025 |
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