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Justice Through Medical Science
The Department of Forensic Medicine at Bangladesh Medical College (BMC) serves as a vital bridge between medicine and law, playing a crucial role in the pursuit of justice and the protection of public health. We are committed to delivering high-quality forensic services, academic excellence, and research-driven advancements that contribute to both legal systems and medical science in Bangladesh. Through a combination of expert knowledge, modern facilities, and dedicated professionals, the department ensures accurate medico-legal evaluation and reliable evidence for judicial processes.
Forensic medicine is a specialized branch that applies medical knowledge to legal issues, particularly in cases involving injury, death, and criminal investigation. At BMC, the department is staffed by highly qualified forensic pathologists, medical experts, and trained professionals who work collaboratively to conduct thorough examinations and provide scientifically sound opinions. Their work supports law enforcement agencies, courts, and public health authorities by delivering clear, unbiased, and evidence-based findings.
We provide expert medico-legal evaluation and reporting in accordance with national legal standards, including injury documentation, assault examinations, and age estimation.
The department conducts systematic autopsy examinations to determine cause and manner of death, supporting both clinical audit and legal investigations.
We assist clinicians and law enforcement agencies in the evaluation of complex medico-legal cases, ensuring accurate documentation and interpretation of findings.
We offer sensitive, protocol-based examination of survivors with proper evidence collection, documentation, and medico-legal reporting.
Proper collection, preservation, and forwarding of biological samples for toxicological analysis are carried out following standard chain-of-custody procedures.
We assist in personal identification of unknown individuals and provide scientific age estimation in living and deceased cases.
Faculty members serve as expert witnesses in courts of law, providing impartial scientific interpretation of medico-legal findings.
The department provides structured teaching for MBBS students, including lectures, practical demonstrations, autopsy observation, and medico-legal case discussions to build strong foundational knowledge in forensic medicine.
Students receive hands-on training in injury documentation, age estimation, examination of medico-legal cases, and interpretation of forensic findings under expert supervision.
Faculty and students actively engage in research projects in forensic medicine, toxicology, and clinical forensic science. The department promotes scientific publication, case-based studies, and participation in national and international conferences.
Regular workshops, continuing medical education (CME) programs, and training sessions are organized to enhance professional skills and keep participants updated with current medico-legal practices and guidelines.
