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IWLHGoa

The International Workshop on Lung Health, endorsed by the Indian Chest Society, was the 1st Asian Chapter which took place from February 23rd to February 25th, 2024, in Goa, India. The scientific programme of this Workshop had been designed to face the challenges, hot topics, and emerging Respiratory issues from across the world, with specific emphasis on real-life experiences in India and across the Asia-Pacific region.

The target audience was not only Specialists in Respiratory Medicine, but also trained nurses, physiotherapists, trainees, and students who benefited from the active learning structure of the Workshop. During these two and a half day workshop, participants had the opportunity to interact with global experts at close proximity, discuss scientific approaches, share perspectives, improve their management of lung diseases and enrich, their day-to-day clinical practice

Best ofChest

The very popular and hugely in demand 2024 series of the Respiratory Update 'Best of Chest' was conducted by Dr Amita Nene In Ahmedabad on 11th February 2024 and this was endorsed by our Indian Chest Society.

As in the earlier series, in 'Best of Chest - Ahmedabad' all the Practise changing publications of past 1 year published in the best National and International journals were presented by the best faculty of our country and were followed by wonderful discussions conducted by extremely accomplished subject experts. The meeting was hugely successful with 200 delegates attending this update and it received the most fabulous and overwhelming feedback.

ATSMecor

American Thoracic Society and Indian Ches3_,Society together conducted the 2nd research training program, ATS-MECOR 2024 (Methods in Epidemiologic, Clinical and Operations Research). It is a multi-level research methods training course intended for clinicians, investigators, academicians, and public health professionals who primarily work with pulmonary diseases. This program was conducted by Christian Medical College for Indian Chest Society. The program was hosted at St. John's Medical College, Bangalore from 5th to 9th Feb 2024. Dr. DJ Christopher and Dr. Adithya Cattamanchi, MECOR India Course Co-Directors welcomed and gave the introduction to Course. They also introduced the 16 Faculty from ATS and ICS who would be mentoring the trainees in various research methodologies. Dr. Uma Maheshwari, who' represented the hosting institution, welcomed the trainees and the faculty and explained the logistics. Around 26 trainees (mostly pulmonologists) participated in the training program, 19 trainees were at Level 1, 3 at Level 2 and 4 at Level 3. Mentorship had commenced for the trainees 2 months ahead and training material had been made available to them. The mentors have worked with the trainees to refine their research questions. The scene was set for a productive one week training.

GRADUATION CEREMONYATC Mecor

ATS and ICS together conducted the 2nd research training program ATS-MECOR 2024 (Methods in Epidemiologic, Clinical and Operations Research) This program was conducted by Christian Medical College for Indian Chest Society. The program was hosted at St. John's Medical College, Bangalore from 5th to 9th Feb 2024. The week-long training of young researchers, who endeavoured to acquire the skills required to do respiratory research, concluded successfully. We were fortunate to have a group of 26 outstanding youngsters this year 19 at Level 1, 3 at Level 2, 4 at Level 3. The graduation and closing ceremony was held on 9th Feb. Dr. Adithya Cattamanchi, the ATS USA Chair spoke on behalf of ATS faculty and expressed great satisfaction with the progress of the India program. Dr. DJ Christopher, the ICS Chair of the MECOR India program outlined the steps taken in ensuring the selection of high quality aspiring candidates to the program. Dr. Irina Petrache, ATS President and Dr. Raja Dhar, ICS Secretary addressed the trainees, sharing their 'research journey'. The trainees were awarded certificates for the successful completion of their training program, at different levels

CPET WORKSHOPCMC Vellore

The second workshop on cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET), endorsed by the ICS, was conducted by the Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Christian Medical College Vellore, Ranipet campus on the 1st and 2nd of March 2024. CPET has wide applications in assessing the causes of exercise limitation and fitness for major surgeries. Dr. Johnson Samuel, who is an alumnus of CMC Vellore, currently a respiratory consultant in the UK, spearheaded the course as its director and Dr Balamugesh, the Head of Pulmonary Medicine, coordinated the course. The meeting was inaugurated with prayer by Rev. Joseph and felicitations were offered by Dr. Ravish Sanghi, Associate Medical Superintendent and Dr. Ebby Simon, Associate Director. The workshop, which saw the participation of over 50 delegates from across the country, was designed to be highly interactive. The concepts of CPET were taught and instilled through interactive lectures, hands-on sessions and group-wise case discussions. The chief guest of the valedictory function, Dr. Viji Samuel, Head of Cardiology stressed the importance of CPET to the delegates and gave away the certificates

SLEEP APNEAMasterclass

The Department of Pulmonary, Critical Care St, Sleep Medicine, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, endorsed by Indian Chest Society conducted the "Sleep Apnea Masterclass" on 17th March 2024. The workshop was attended by 60 delegates, including pulmonologists and neurologists from medical colleges, as well as private practitioners across Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Uttaranchal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh St Punjab. The one day programme provided learning step by step guide and Hands-on demonstration of Polysomnography machine and interpretation of sleep study. With this workshop, continued efforts were made to educate pulmonologists in the evolving diagnostic and therapeutics in Sleep Apnea Management.

VAYUResearch Methodology Workshop

The VAYU - Research Methodology Workshop was organized at CMRI Hospital, Kolkata on 25th April 2024, with the objective of equipping participants with essential skills and knowledge in research methodology, statistical analysis, data visualization, and the publication process. A total of more than 120 delegates actively participated in the workshop, demonstrating a significant interest in enhancing their research capabilities. The diverse background of the attendees added depth and richness to the discussions and interactions throughout the program. The workshop aimed to foster a research oriented mindset among aspiring scholars. The workshop consisted of a series of sessions covering various aspects of research methodology and related topics. Each session was designed to be interactive, engaging, and informative, providing participants with practical insights and hands-on experience.

Free Lung Health CampTamil Nadu

On the occasion of World Asthma Day, this awareness and screening programme on Asthma was organised by Pulmonologists and eminent doctors in association with the management of Joy Sharon Nursery and Primary School, Sawyerpuram, Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu. With the intention to provide access to free lung health check up and generate awareness on ASTHMA, among the people of the Thoothukudi District, the camp was initiated on May 7th 2024 (Tuesday). Services rendered in the Camp included Registration, Checking of vitals, Clinical examination, Peak flow test, Spirometry and Counselling sessions. With the gracious permission from the State TB officer, Teynampet, Chennai, Dr. Asha Frederik, the Thoothukudi district TB officer, Dr. Sundaralingam carried X-Ray for the public. Dr. Raja Dhar, Honorary Secretary of ICS delivered his speech from Kolkata explaining the trigger factors, prevention aspects and management of Asthma. The Guest of honor, Dr. C. Ponraj addressed the public in Tamil briefly about the various aspects of asthma.

Sri Lanka College ofPulmonologists & ICS Joint Programme

The Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists in collaboration with the Indian Chest Society organised a 4 hour long Academic programme on the occasion of the World Asthma Day 2024 on 6th May 2024. It was held physically at the ClinMARC Auditorium, National Hospital of Sri Lanka and also broadcasted live for the audience of both nations.

This programme marked the first of our collaborative efforts with the Sri Lanka College of Pulmonologists and saw eminent faculties from both nations that include Dr. Indranil Halder and Dr. Paramez Ayyapath from India and Dr. Neranjan Dissanayake, Dr. Damith Rodrigo, Dr. Ruwanthi Jayasekara and others from Sri Lanka.