About SMCW, Pune
Symbiosis Medical College for Women (SMCW), Pune, established under the aegis of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), stands as a distinguished institution committed to advancing medical education exclusively for women. The college is renowned for its academic excellence, ethical clinical training, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. SMCW fosters an environment of scholarly inquiry, professionalism, and compassionate healthcare, empowering its students to become competent, confident, and socially responsible medical practitioners.
🗓 Founded: 2020
📍 Location: Pune, Maharashtra
🩺 Seats: 150 MBBS (Women Only)
🏥 Accreditation: NMC Approved | Affiliated to SIU
🌐 Website: smcw.edu.in
NEST × SYMBIOSIS
NEST × SYMBIOSIS: Empowering Women in Healthcare Leadership
Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune plays a vital role in advancing the goals of the NEST initiative, bringing together academic excellence and inclusive leadership development. With a mission to empower future women leaders in medicine, Symbiosis contributes meaningfully to healthcare transformation across Maharashtra and beyond.
✅ 12+ Projects Initiated | 👩⚕️ 35+ Women Leaders Engaged | NEST Actively Sustained at Symbiosis
In November 2024, the institution hosted a dynamic leadership workshop focused on digital health, collaboration, and community impact. Through hands-on activities and critical dialogue, medical students refined their strategic thinking, communication skills, and team leadership — essential tools for 21st-century healthcare professionals.
This workshop stood out for its strong mentorship-driven environment, where experienced student leaders and faculty worked side by side to foster vision, confidence, and personal growth.
Looking ahead, women leaders from Symbiosis Medical College are well-positioned to drive sustainable impact in healthcare, echoing the values of the NEST program throughout Pune, Maharashtra, and across India.
Team - NEST - SYMBIOSIS
Dr. Priti Prasad Shah Professor of General Surgery | MEU Coordinator Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune
Dr. Priti Prasad Shah is a respected surgeon and academician with over 30 years of clinical experience and more than 20 years of teaching expertise. As Professor of General Surgery and MEU Coordinator at Symbiosis Medical College for Women, Pune, she is deeply involved in advancing medical education, skills training, and faculty development. She holds an MS in General Surgery from Indore University and multiple fellowships including FAIMER, FIAGES, FAIS, and FICS-IS. Widely recognized as a faculty trainer and mentor, Dr. Shah has contributed to numerous national CMEs, conferences, and educational workshops, and has published over 30 research papers and case reports
Yashvi Agarwal
Student Mentor Co-ordinator
Rachita S.
Student Mentor Co-ordinator
Srishti Garg
Student Mentor Co-ordinator
Komal Kaur
Student Mentor Co-ordinator
Ankita Yadav
Student Mentor Co-ordinator
Nidhi Beniwal
Supervising Mentor
Shruti Sinha
Student Co-ordinator
Students Feedback
🌱 My NEST Journey: Every Step, a Story of Becoming
A personal reflection of growth, leadership, and purpose.
📌 Each experience added clarity to my direction.
🌱 My NEST Journey: Every Step, a Story of Becoming
A personal reflection of growth, leadership, and purpose.
Projects Done
Aashray- Aging with grace
Students of Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), conducted a community outreach project titled AASHRAY – “Aging with Grace”, which was successfully conducted at an Old
ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM THROUGH CINEMATIC NARRATIVES
Students of Maulana Azad Medical College conducted an interactive session on “ETHICS AND EMPATHY THROUGH THE LENS OF CINEMA”. It was conducted under the aegis
𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐓 2.0 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐥
NEST (Network of Student Leaders) Leadership Development – Medical & Dental Call for Collaboration:Join the NEST 2.0 Faculty Pool NEST (Network of Student Leaders) is
Student of The Month, August 2025- Avijit, Raising the bar with great leadership skills
NEST proudly recognizes Avijit from MTMC, Jamshedpur, Student Lead and a driving force within his college and the wider NEST community. He was nominated by peers as a role model whose journey reflects the values of integrity, perseverance, and collaboration.
CLEANLINESS DRIVES
It is a one type of NEST PROJECT which is done by SMS college students. A cleanliness drive is a collective activity aimed at improving
KARUTHALINTE CHUVADUKAL – The powerful path of caring
KARUTHALINTE CHUVADUKAL -An awareness speech on diabetic foot among elderly. Organised by Students of Believers Church medical College, Thiruvalla.