Media Release
Udupi, Mar 28: Sarita, a dedicated student of CSI Lombard Memorial School of Nursing (Mission Hospital) has secured the first rank in the state in the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) exams conducted by the Karnataka State Diploma in Nursing Examination Board (KSDNEB), Bengaluru. This is a historic achievement for the institution, as it marks the first time a student from Lombard School of Nursing has earned a rank in its 42nd batch.
The GNM exams were conducted in December 2024, with the results for the batch of 2021-2024 being announced in March 2025. Sarita’s success has brought immense pride not only to the institution but also to the entire management.
Sarita, completed her BCom, moved to the Gulf for eight years before returning to her hometown to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. With the unwavering support of her family, including her husband and two children, Sarita completed her GNM and emerged as the topper in the state.
Sarita expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the principal and faculty of Lombard School of Nursing for their guidance and support in helping her achieve this remarkable feat. Sarita acknowledged that their encouragement and mentorship were instrumental in her success.
Dr Sushil Jathanna, director of Lombard Memorial Hospital, shared his thoughts on Sarita’s success, stating, “The hospital is proud of the achievements of its students. Sarita is a dedicated and committed nurse, and I am confident she will achieve great things in her future career. On behalf of the hospital, I would also like to thank the faculties of the schools and colleges of Nursing who have worked tirelessly for their students. We are indeed proud of the faculties of both the college and school of nursing for producing such outstanding students.”
About Lombard Memorial Hospital
Lombard Memorial Hospital, established in 1923, continues to provide high-quality medical care to the people of coastal Karnataka through its various departments, which span over 150 beds. The hospital is proud of its long-standing commitment to excellence, not only in healthcare but also in the education and training of future healthcare professionals at Lombard Memorial School of Nursing.
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