KS Hegde Medical Academy (KSHEMA), Mangalore, is a premier medical institution under Nitte (Deemed to be University), established in 1999. Recognized by the NMC, KSHEMA offers MBBS (250 seats), postgraduate MD/MS programs (136 PG seats), and super-specialty courses. Attached to Justice K.S. Hegde Charitable Hospital, a 700+ bed coastal teaching hospital, KSHEMA is known for its strong academics, research output, and national rankings. Admission via NEET UG/PG through MCC and Nitte University counselling.