The Department of Physiology is among the premier departments in Government Medical College, Akola started with the inception of the institute.

Physiology provides the basis for understanding the functions of organ systems of human body and underlying mechanisms that provide the physiological basis of disease and treatment. Physiology isbeing taught as a major subject during first year in MBBS curriculum.

The rapid evolution in understanding the physiological sciences, has led to emphasize on learning the fundamental principles of various mechanisms and functions from cell to systems of the body in its clinical relevance.

Physiology as a subject in medical science has changed over the years from its non clinical to preclinical format with the incorporation of Applied and clinical Physiology.

Physiology offers a holistic concept of function, integration & dysfunction of body systems and Physiological basis of management and prevention of diseases.

Mission

1.  The Mission of the Department of Physiology is to carry out scientific research and evidence-based teaching.
2.  To train & teach Undergraduate and Post graduate medical students about the normal functioning of body & its applications to the health care of patients and society.
3.  To promote the personal, professional development and communication skill of the personnel within the department.

Vision

1.  To teach undergraduate and post graduate students in physiology and providing the students comprehensive knowledge of the normal functions of the organ systems of the body to facilitate an understanding of the physiological basis of health and diseases.
2.  Improving learning and education of physiology in integrative manner.
3.  Enhancement of and improvement of research activities.
4.  To train Post Graduate students in teaching Physiology.
5.  To adopt relevant and innovative teaching programs supported by appropriate and recognized research activities driven by suitable qualified personnel.
6.  To establish a well equipped functional Yoga Laboratory for teaching and advanced research in Yoga regarding various physiological and clinical aspects.

Functions & objectives.

1.  The broad objectives of the undergraduate program of physiology are to instill in its graduates a solid foundation of Physiological principles of various systems of human body in relevance to the clinical signs and symptoms of disease and to develop intellectual skills essential for success in their careers.
2.  Participation in a culture of collective responsibility for the quality and conduct of our graduate and undergraduate training programs.
3.  To teach & conduct examinations & Research for Undergraduate and Post Graduate students in Physiology.
4.  To promote horizontal and vertical integrated teaching.
5.  To continuously update the knowledge of faculties by conducting/participating in various journal clubs, CME, workshops and conferences.
6.  To carry out the pulmonary function tests for research and clinical purposes.
7.  To carry out the neurophysiological tests like Nerve conduction studies.