Marayoor, Idukki: In a historic first for Kerala, a nun has been appointed as medical officer at a government hospital. Dr Jean Rose, also known as Rosamma Thomas, has taken over as the medical officer at the Marayoor Family Health Centre, marking a milestone in the state's healthcare arena.
Dr Rosamma Thomas is a member of ‘The Congregation of the Sisters of the Destitute,’ and has a remarkable medical background. She completed her MBBS and post-graduate studies in anaesthesia at St John’s Medical College in Bengaluru.
Also Read
Before her appointment, Dr Rosamma served for more than 10 years at a private hospital in Marayoor that was under church authority. Her extensive experience in healthcare set her on a path to government service as she successfully passed the Kerala PSC examination. Two years ago, she received her first appointment at the Kattappana Taluk Hospital.
Published: 15 Feb 2025, 10:50 am IST
Related Topics
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Disclaimer: Kindly avoid objectionable, derogatory, unlawful and lewd comments, while responding to reports. Such comments are punishable under cyber laws. Please keep away from personal attacks. The opinions expressed here are the personal opinions of readers and not that of Mathrubhumi.