Newsletter April 2026

Newsletter - April 2026

From the Editor's Desk

Your Health is Not a Waiting Game: Why Timely Care Matters

A common yet concerning trend in healthcare is the normalization of chronic discomfort. From a subtle abdominal swelling and persistent sinus blockages to joint pain on the stairs or urinary leakage after childbirth, many individuals endure months or even years of silent suffering. Often assuming these issues are just “part of aging” or “something to live with,” patients frequently delay medical intervention until their daily routines are severely disrupted.

Dr. Saravana Bharathy. S. P

Consultant
Internal Medicine

PICU Team Successfully Conducted the 4th National Pediatric Acute Care Nephrology Workshop

The PICU team successfully conducted the 4th National Pediatric Acute Care Nephrology Masterclass from 3 to 5 April 2026. The workshop was a grand success, with 100 delegates participating from across the country and 40 national faculty members contributing to the academic sessions. The program served as an excellent platform for knowledge sharing, clinical discussions, and advancements in the field of pediatric acute care nephrology.

As part of the event, the 4th edition of the PAC Nephro Masterclass also featured a book release ceremony, further enriching the academic value of the workshop and marking a significant milestone in knowledge sharing in the field of pediatric acute care nephrology.

Ms. Baby Lakshmi Served as a Resource Faculty at the Nursing Communication Workshop

Ms. Baby Lakshmi, Deputy Head of Nursing Operations, served as a Resource Faculty at the Nursing Communication Workshop held on 4 April 2026. The workshop focused on strengthening communication skills among nursing professionals while enhancing patient interaction and care delivery practices.

Dr. Priya Kannappan Invited as Chairperson for the Apollo Diagnostics CME

Dr. Priya Kannappan, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, was invited as Chairperson for the Apollo Diagnostics CME held on 4 April 2026. The session focused on the topic “Prevalence and Diagnosis of PCOS,” highlighting current trends, diagnostic approaches, and clinical considerations in the management of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

Dr. Priya Kannappan Invited as Teaching Faculty for the FOGSI–FORCE PG Teaching Program

Dr. Priya Kannappan, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, was invited as teaching faculty for the FOGSI–FORCE PG Teaching Program held at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research on 7 and 8 April 2026. The academic program focused on postgraduate education and skill enhancement in obstetrics and gynecology through interactive teaching sessions and academic discussions.

Dr. Premkumar Delivered a Guest Lecture on Interventional Pain Management

Dr. Premkumar, Department of Anaesthesiology, delivered a guest lecture on “Interventional Pain Management: Past, Present, and Future” at ACS Medical College Hospital on 10 April 2026. The session highlighted the evolution of pain management techniques, current clinical practices, and future advancements in the field of interventional pain medicine.

Emergency Department Hosted the CAHOCON Pre-Conference Workshop on Hospital Disaster Management

The Emergency Department hosted the CAHOCON pre-conference workshop on hospital disaster management at the Global Campus on 10 April 2026. The workshop focused on strengthening institutional resilience, enhancing emergency preparedness, and improving hospital disaster response protocols through expert-led sessions and interactive discussions.

Dr. Hemchand Prasad Delivered a Talk at Chetpedicon 2026

Dr. Hemchand Prasad, Consultant in Pediatric Endocrinology, delivered a talk on thyroid disorders at Chetpedicon 2026, a national hybrid conference focused on diagnostic dilemmas in paediatric practice.

He also participated in a workshop on Practical Pediatrics, where he shared valuable clinical insights and expertise with pediatric healthcare professionals and delegates.

Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals Team Participated in CAHOCON 2026 and Won Second Prize in the Poster Competition

A team of 16 members from Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals participated in CAHOCON 2026, actively representing the institution in various conference sessions and academic activities. As part of the conference, Ms. Shivashalini from the Department of Operations presented a poster titled “Optimizing Patient Throughput: Reducing Discharge Waiting Time for Cash-Paying Patients.”

The presentation focused on process improvement strategies aimed at enhancing patient experience, reducing discharge delays, and improving operational efficiency in hospital operations.

The institution also received recognition by winning second prize in the poster competition held during the conference, reflecting the team’s commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare management and hospital operations.

Dr. Divya Bharathi Served as a Speaker for the National Trauma Life Support Program

Dr. Divya Bharathi, Head and Consultant, Emergency Medicine, served as a speaker for the National Trauma Life Support (NTLS) program held on 16 and 17 April 2026 at Saveetha Medical College. She shared her expertise in trauma care, emergency management, and life-saving primary survey interventions, contributing valuable insights to both the academic and practical training sessions.

Dr. Premkumar Participated as a Panelist on Regional Anesthesia in Cancer Surgery

Dr. Premkumar, Head of Department, Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, participated as a panelist in a session titled “Regional Anesthesia in Cancer Surgery: Pain and Outcome Control,” held at Hotel Pullman, Chennai, on 18 April 2026. The program, conducted by B. Braun, focused on advancements in regional anesthesia techniques and their role in improving pain management and surgical outcomes in cancer care.

Dr. Rose Raichel M Participated in 3DCON 2026

Dr. Rose Raichel M, Consultant, Internal Medicine, participated as a delegate in the 10th Annual Conference of Dialogues & Discussions in Diabesity (3DCON 2026), held on 18 and 19 April 2026 in Chennai. The conference focused on the latest advancements, clinical discussions, and management approaches in diabetes and obesity care.

Dr. Priya Kannappan Participated as a Panelist in the TAPISAR CME

Dr. Priya Kannappan, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, was invited as a panelist for the TAPISAR CME session titled “Case-Based Discussion on Endometriosis and Adenomyosis in Fertility,” held at ITC Grand Chola on 19 April 2026. The session focused on the impact of endometriosis and adenomyosis on fertility while discussing evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and management through interactive case discussions.

Dr. Gowtham Received an Appreciation Plaque from a Grateful Patient

Dr. Goutham Kumar, A. P., Consultant Internal Medicine, received a heartfelt appreciation plaque from a grateful patient in recognition of his compassionate care, reassuring presence, and dedicated support throughout the patient’s treatment. The gesture reflected the trust, confidence, and positive impact earned through his commitment to patient care and clinical excellence at Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals.

Dr. Aseesh Varma Awarded a Gold Medal for Outstanding Performance in the MCh Examination

Dr. Vankam Aseesh Varma, Pediatric Surgeon, was awarded the Gold Medal for outstanding performance in the MCh examination at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, during the convocation held on 24 April 2026. The achievement recognized his academic excellence and dedication to the field of higher surgical education.

Department of Laboratory Celebrated Lab Professionals Week with a CME Program and Workshop

The Department of Laboratory celebrated Lab Professionals Week by organizing a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program and a workshop. The event received an excellent response and was highly appreciated by over 100 external participants. The program focused on enhancing professional knowledge, laboratory practices, and skill development in the field of laboratory medicine.

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Achievements at State-Level Conferences

Dr. Ruchita won the first prize for paper presentation at Thalir Yuva OGSSICON 2025, held on 14 December 2025, for the presentation titled “From Myomectomy to Motherhood: Assessing Obstetric and Perinatal Outcomes.” The presentation was guided by Dr. Nandita A. Thakkar, consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Dr. R. Premalatha, Head of the department, Obstetrics and Gynecology.

At the 42nd Annual OGSSICON Conference 2026, held at Hyatt Regency Chennai from 24 to 26 April 2026, Dr. Ruchita received the Dr. T. Radhabai Prabhu Mrs. Rajarathinam Memorial Gold Medal for Best Paper Presentation (First Prize) for the study titled “Successful Perinatal Outcomes in Pregnancy with Renal Disorders: A Case Series from a Tertiary Care Centre.” The study was guided by Dr. Edwin Fernando M., Dr. Nandita A. Thakkar, consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Dr. R. Premalatha, Head of the department, Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Ruchita also received the OGSSI Gold Medal for Best Presentation at the Clinical Society Meeting for the presentation titled “A Case of AV Malformation in Pregnancy.”

Dr. Bhanu Chaired a Session on “Gaps and Controversies in DBS”

Dr. Bhanu K, consultant, Neurology, chaired a session on “Gaps and Controversies in DBS” during an academic program held in April 2026. The session focused on current challenges, differing perspectives, and evolving practices related to Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), encouraging insightful discussions among participants and experts in the field.

Dr. Nandita Thakkar Participated in a Panel Discussion on the Role of Genetics in IVF

Dr. Nandita Thakkar, consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, participated in a panel discussion on the “Role of Genetics in IVF” held at the Centre for Genomics. The discussion focused on the growing importance of genetic evaluation and testing in assisted reproductive technologies and their impact on improving IVF outcomes and patient care.

Dr. Nandita Thakkar Invited as Faculty for a Debate on High-Risk Pregnancy

Dr. Nandita Thakkar, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, was invited as faculty for a debate session on “High-Risk Pregnancy” held at Jammi Scan. The session involved expert discussions on the challenges, management strategies, and advancements in the care of high-risk pregnancies, contributing valuable insights to the academic program.

Dr. Sukanya Govindan Presented Research on Neonatal AKI at the World Congress of Nephrology

Dr. Sukanya Govindan, consultant, Nephrology, presented a paper on Neonatal acute kidney injury (AKI) in the Award Session at the World Congress of Nephrology held in Yokohama, Japan. The presentation highlighted important clinical insights and research findings related to neonatal kidney care and management.

Dr. Sivasubramaniam K Participated as a Speaker at an Immuno-Oncology Conference

Dr. Sivasubramaniam K participated as a speaker at an immuno-oncology conference, where he shared his expertise and insights on recent advancements, clinical approaches, and emerging developments in the field of immuno-oncology.

Dr. Ganesh Kumar Published a Classification System on Lumbar Adjacent Segment Degeneration

Dr. Ganesh Kumar, Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon, successfully published his classification system titled “Lumbar Adjacent Segment Degeneration after TLIF” in the North American Spine Society Journal. This innovative work contributes to a better understanding and management of spinal conditions and has already begun gaining recognition in clinical practice.

Dr. Vidhyasagar K Conducted a Training Session on Patient Counselling and Communication Skills

Dr. Vidhyasagar K, Consultant Pediatrician, conducted a training session for ER coordinators and front office staff on patient counselling techniques, effective communication skills, and service orientation. The session focused on enhancing patient interactions, improving communication clarity, and delivering a patient-centric service experience.

Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals Conducted a CME on Midlife Crisis in Association with the Chennai Menopause Society

Dr. Mehta’s Hospitals, in association with the Chennai Menopause Society, conducted a well-received Continuing Medical Education (CME) program on “Midlife Crisis.” The session focused on the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes experienced during midlife while highlighting effective approaches to awareness, management, and patient care.

Dr. Prabhakaran Participated in Multiple Academic Meetings Across Chennai

Dr. Prabhakaran, Consultant, Cardiology, actively participated in three major academic meetings across Chennai on a single day. He attended the Tambaram IMA Gold Medal Oration, the 3DCON Conference, and the Dr. Mathew Samuel Memorial Cardio Update, contributing to scientific discussions and academic exchange across various specialties.

Dr. Priya Kannappan Participated as Faculty at the FEPPA Conference on Chronic Pelvic Pain

Dr. Priya Kannappan, Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecology, was invited as faculty at the FEPPA Conference on Chronic Pelvic Pain held at The Savera Hotel on 12 April 2026. She also conducted an interactive quiz session that engaged participants in discussions on the diagnosis and management of chronic pelvic pain.

Dr. Nabeel Nazeer Delivered a Talk at the YURPEAK Cascade Meeting

Dr. Nabeel Nazeer, Deputy Head, Department of Minimal Access and General Surgery, was invited as a speaker by the Cipla Obesity Team for the YURPEAK Cascade Meeting held on 28 April 2026. During the session, he delivered a talk on “Obesity as a Chronic Disease,” highlighting its long-term impact and the importance of structured, evidence-based management approaches. The program provided an excellent platform for peer discussions and the exchange of clinical insights in obesity management and care.

Dr. Kalaivani Ganesan Presented a Study on Pediatric Renal Stone Disease

Dr. Kalaivani Ganesan, Department of Nephrology, presented a descriptive study titled “Clinical Spectrum of Pediatric Renal Stone Disease in Children Aged 1 Month to 18 Years in an Urban Referral Centre,” highlighting findings from a low- and lower-middle-income country. The study highlighted the clinical presentation and spectrum of pediatric renal stone disease while providing valuable insights into the challenges and management of the condition in children.

Dr. Anish K. Davis Attended KEMCON 2026 and the RESUSPRO Megacode Training

Dr. Anish K. Davis attended KEMCON 2026, held at Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital. He also participated in the RESUSPRO Megacode ACLS/BLS training program, which focused on Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) practices to enhance emergency response and critical care skills.

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