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Dr. B.A. Yathikumara Swamy Gowda

It is with great pleasure and honor that I hold the responsibility of leading the esteemed Alva’s College of Nursing. Our institution has always been driven by a deep desire to nurture and guide young minds, helping themblossom into compassionate and competent nursing professionals.At Alva’s College of Nursing, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality education in nursing, empowering students to excel in their careers while making meaningful contributions to society. Since our inception in1995, our mission has been to produce compassionate, skilled, and ethically-driven healthcare professionals who are equipped to serve humanity with integrity and dedication.

Our college is dedicated to academic excellence and personal growth, preparing students for the evolving healthcare field. With advanced facilities, expert faculty, and a strong curriculum, we equip future nurses to meet modern challenges. As principal, I’m proud to lead an institution built on service, compassion, and selflessness, and I encourage every student to uphold these values and make a positive impact on society.

Resume Details

Name

Dr. B.A. Yathikumara Swamy Gowda

Mobile

+91 9845317343

Date of Birth

28th April 1967

Permanent Address

“Mahalakshmi Nivasa”, Vishwas Thribuvan, Residential Apartment, Flat No.202, Ponnesherry, Iruvail Road, Moodbidri – 574 227

Present Address

Principal, Alva’s College of Nursing, Moodbidri, Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada District. 574227

Languages Known

English, Hindi, Kannada

SSLC

Aryan High School, Tumkur - April 1982 - Pass

PUC

Sri Siddaganga, Tumkur - April 1984 - First Class

B.Sc Nursing

College of Nursing, Bangalore - June 1989 - First Class

D.H.A. (Diploma in Hospital Administration)

Indian Academy of Sciences, Coimbatore - First Class

M.Sc Nursing

Dr. M.V Shetty College of Nursing, Mangalore University - June 1994 - I Class with Distinction

Ph.D. in Nursing

Yenepoya University, Mangalore - July 2015 - Awarded A Grade

Specialization

Medical Surgical Nursing – Cardio Thoracic Nursing

Teaching Experience

More than 30 years in the field of Nursing Education and Practice.

Current Position

Principal, Alva’s College of Nursing, Moodbidri

Roles and Contributions

Coordinator, Examiner, Resource Person, Curriculum Developer, NAAC Coordinator, etc.

Ph.D. Project

A quasi-experimental study to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme on knowledge and lifestyle practices regarding weight and obesity among the middle-aged adults in selected areas of Karnataka.

M.Sc Project

A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding care of patients with Pacemaker among staff nurses in selected hospitals.

UG Projects Guided

Guided numerous B.Sc Nursing students in their final year projects on topics such as hypertension, diabetes care, cardiac rehabilitation, and infection control.

PG Projects Guided

Supervised and mentored multiple M.Sc Nursing dissertations in Medical Surgical Nursing with focus on cardiac and thoracic care, obesity management, and patient lifestyle education.

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