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Indian Podiatry Association

Clinical standards grow through shared learning.

Merina Medical Centre's work in podiatry and diabetic foot care is shaped by clinical accountability, ongoing education and engagement with the Indian Podiatry Association.

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Dr. Nirupan and Dr. A.P.S. Suri

Mentorship & collaboration

Learning that carries into every clinical conversation.

IPA Certificate of Accreditation awarded to Merina Medical Centre on 05 June 2025

IPA accreditation

Recognized Centre for Advanced Diabetic Foot Care & Limb Salvage.

Merina Medical Centre, Pattukkottai was officially accredited by the Indian Podiatry Association on 05 June 2025. The recognition reflects the centre's commitment to clinical care, patient outcomes, infrastructure and medical ethics in podiatric services.

Recognition

Advanced diabetic foot care & limb salvage

Leadership

Dr. Nirupan · State Secretary, IPA Tamil Nadu

Learning

Education, workshops and professional exchange

A professional relationship

The mentor, the association and the work ahead.

Dr. A.P.S. Suri's mentorship and the wider IPA community inform continuing clinical learning at MMC. The relationship extends beyond a certificate—to conferences, workshops, education and public-awareness work around diabetic foot complications.

Podiatry conference mentorship

Conferences

Clinical learning and exchange

IPA recognition photograph

Training

Building awareness and capability

Dr A.P.S. Suri and Dr Nirupan

Mentorship

Guidance that supports better care