The subject deals with the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the diseases which needs surgical intervention. It deals with sathirayuthangal (Siddha surgical instruments) and minor surgical procedures like Attai Vidal (leech therapy), Suttigai (cauterization), Vedhu (steam therapy), Pugai (fumigation), ottradam, karanool etc. The subject also includes eye, ear, nose and dental diseases. Syllabus of this subject comprises both traditional Siddha system and recent advances in Modern Surgery.
As per CCIM norms all the facilities have been set in place. Our concerned department staff members are working in the respective departments of the hospital as consultants.