Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 10: Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI) hosted a press meet on Monday, November 10, at the Decennial Memorial Hall, library building, to announce a series of landmark events scheduled over the coming week.
The session, presided over by Fr Faustine Lucas Lobo, director, FMCI, was attended by representatives from leading media houses and members of the institution’s administrative and academic bodies.
In his address, Fr Faustine Lobo extended a warm welcome to the press and highlighted the Institution’s ongoing commitment to excellence in healthcare, education, and research. The press meet also marked his first official interaction with the media after assuming charge as director in April 2025.
EXPLORA 2025 – International Homoeopathic Conference from November 14-16
The Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital (FMHMC&H), Deralakatte, announced the much-anticipated International Homoeopathic Conference – EXPLORA 2025, a global academic gathering scheduled for later this week. The inauguration will be presided over by Fr Faustine Lucas Lobo, director, FMCI, with Kamala Bai B, KAS, chief administrative officer, Department of AYUSH, government of Karnataka, as the chief guest. Esteemed international guests Dr Ashley Ross (Durban University of Technology, South Africa) and Dr Kim Antony Jobst (UK) will grace the occasion as guests of honour.
EXPLORA 2025 will host over 1500 delegates from India and abroad, featuring speakers from five countries, including the UK, South Africa, Australia, Germany, and India. The conference aims to enhance the understanding of Homoeopathic science through sessions on research methodology, educational innovation, and clinical advancements.
Among its unique features are:
• EXPLORA Focus: Small group interactions with eminent resource persons
• Workshop on OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination): Conducted for the first time in India in Homoeopathic education, covering Materia Medica, Organon, and Repertory
• Research Paper and Poster Competitions: Drawing participation from over 130 delegates
• Research Focus: A platform for collaborative research partnerships between practitioners and FMHMC&H.
The conference will also witness the release of the Pioneer 2025 annual college magazine and Research Bulletin 2025, along with the inauguration of the new KRANIUM – Hospital Information Management System.
Fr Faustine, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of evidence-based practice in Homoeopathy and lauded the college’s role in advancing integrative and research-oriented healthcare.
Explora Fiesta 2025 – Celebration for the Public
Adding colour and vibrancy to the conference week, FMHMC&H announced Explora Fiesta 2025, a three-day cultural and public festival to be held from November 14 to 16, between 4:30 pm and 9 pm at the Father Muller Grounds, Kankanady.
The fiesta will be inaugurated by Michael D’Souza, entrepreneur from Dubai, along with Remona Evette Pereira, acclaimed Bharatnatyam dancer and Golden Book of World Records awardee, and Reuben Jason Machado, another international awardee. Their performances will mark the grand opening of this community-oriented celebration.
With over 60 stalls, including 30 food outlets and 30 lifestyle and vehicle exhibits, Explora Fiesta 2025 promises a unique blend of flavours, culture, and fun. Visitors can indulge in a wide array of cuisines, shop for jewellery and fashion items, and explore interactive product displays — all in a family-friendly, festive atmosphere with free entry and ample parking.
The fiesta will also host several crowd-favourite contests — Fancy Dress, Ramp Walk, Talented Duos, and Dance Competitions — with total prize money worth Rs 1.5 lac. In addition, spot games and entertainment shows will ensure engagement for all age groups throughout the evenings.
Explora Fiesta aims to create a space where learning meets leisure, blending the academic aura of EXPLORA 2025 with the joy of community participation. The organizers shared that the event underscores FMCI’s vision of building stronger public relations and fostering goodwill beyond institutional walls.
A Decade of NABH Accreditation – From Legacy to Excellence
Father Muller Medical College Hospital (FMMCH) marks a major milestone with the celebration of 10 years of NABH accreditation, reflecting its unwavering commitment to safe, ethical, and quality-driven medical care. Since first achieving NABH accreditation in 2015, the hospital has maintained its standards through continuous cycles of audit and improvement.
Currently accredited under the 6th Edition NABH Standards (valid till 2029) and awarded the Gold Standard under NABH Digital Health Standards, FMMCH stands as a beacon of digital readiness, efficiency, and patient-centric care.
The celebration, themed ‘From Legacy to Excellence’, will take place on November 14 at 3pm in the Decennial Memorial Hall. The event will feature reflections on the institution’s quality journey, felicitation of quality champions, the launch of a new Quality Management System, and the distribution of prizes and certificates.
The hospital is also observing World Quality Week 2025 from November 10 to 14 under the theme ‘Quality: Think Differently’. Activities include workshops on Lean Six Sigma, seminars on incident analysis, and creative competitions such as ‘Wealth Out of Waste’ and photography contests — all aimed at promoting a culture of quality across every department.
Speaking at the press meet, Fr George Jeevan Sequeira, administrator, emphasized that the NABH journey symbolizes not just compliance, but compassion translated into systems that serve patients better.
Supplementary Highlights
Children’s Day Celebrations (November 13–15): Organized by the departments of paediatrics and nursing, featuring outreach programs at schools, hospital celebrations, and activities for children.
World Diabetes Day Campaign (November 5–15): Led by the department of community medicine under the theme ‘Know More and Do More for Diabetes at Work’, including awareness drives, fitness challenges, and health screenings for staff and students.
The press meet was graced by the presence of several dignitaries and senior officials of the institution, including Fr Donald Nilesh Crasta, assistant administrator, Father Muller Medical College Hospital; Fr Nelson Dheeraj Pais, administrator, Father Muller Homoeopathic Pharmaceutical Division, Deralakatte; Fr Michael Santhumayor, administrator, Father Muller Medical College; Fr George Jeevan Sequeira, administrator, Father Muller Medical College Hospital; and Fr William D’Souza, assistant administrator, FMMCH. Also present were Dr Antony D’Souza, dean, Father Muller Medical College; Dr E S J Prabhu Kiran, principal, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College, Deralakatte; Dr Girish Navada, medical superintendent, FMHMC&H, Deralakatte; Dr Kiran Shetty, additional medical superintendent, FMMCH; Dr Prathvi Shetty, NABH coordinator, FMMCH; Dr Helen Ganalalanjiam, chief quality manager; Dr Anil Shetty, head, department of paediatrics; and Wilma, Head, Department of Paediatric nursing, Father Muller College of Nursing.
Priya S Pereira and Josmita D’Souza faculty of nursing were the comperes for the day. Dr Kelvin liaison officer and Elias Fernandes worked with the arrangements for the press meet.