The Department of Anatomy at Dr. Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College, Nanded was established in 1988 following the guidelines framed by the Medical Council of India (MCI). The department is situated in the old building behind the new administrative block in the Vishnupuri area of Nanded.

Our department is well-equipped and spacious. Every year, 150 undergraduate students are admitted for the medical graduation program. The department is recognized by the MCI for two Postgraduate (PG) seats annually. So far, six postgraduate students have completed their degrees from this institute with a 100% pass rate.

We are backed by a highly experienced faculty and maintain an ample number of cadavers for dissection and teaching purposes. The department also provides cosmetic embalming services.

The primary goal of the department is to instill the anatomical basis of disease in undergraduate medical students, equipping them to become future medical experts. The department provides a keystone science experience by incorporating diverse learning skills through a student-centered curriculum featuring classroom lectures, clinical demonstrations, and full human body dissection.

The undergraduate course aims to impart comprehensive knowledge regarding the gross structure, microscopic anatomy, and embryological development of the human body. This foundational understanding is vital for analyzing disease processes affecting various organs and structural systems. To maximize practical utility, strong emphasis is placed on clinical, applied, and surgical anatomy throughout the teaching schedule.

• Establishment of a full-fledged Genetic Laboratory in the future.
• To significantly enhance public awareness regarding voluntary body donation.

Under the proactive initiative of the departmental faculty, a dedicated Body Donation Awareness Program is actively conducted. To educate and motivate the public on various aspects of voluntary body donation, awareness campaigns—including banners, informative posters, interactive lectures, public exhibitions, and radio broadcasts via Akashvani—are regularly organized for target community groups across surrounding villages and nearby cities.