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Health Secretary inaugurates Hernia Summit 2024

SRINAGAR, JULY 14: The Postgraduate Department of Minimal Access and General Surgery at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, in collaboration with the Hernia Society of India, organized the highly anticipated two day Hernia Summit 2024 beginning here today.

This live operative workshop cum conference has brought together leading surgical experts and aspiring medical professionals for a comprehensive exploration of advanced hernia repair techniques and cutting-edge academic discussions. 

The summit was inaugurated today in GMC Srinagar auditorium by Secretary Health & Medical Education, Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah.

The Secretary appreciated the medical fraternity for their tireless efforts in delivering the world class patient care. He assured completion of the New Theatre Block construction as soon as possible besides introduction of robotic surgery in the department.

The workshop cum conference is being organised under the dynamic leadership of Organising Chairman, Professor Iqbal Saleem Mir, Professor & Head Department of Minimal Access & General Surgery GMC Srinagar, supported by Organising Secretary Hernia Summit 2024 Professor Dr M R Attri, Professor Department of Minimal Access & Ge.

The first day of the summit featured a live operative workshop, where renowned surgeons from across the country along with the faculty of GMC Srinagar demonstrated their exceptional operative skills by performing hernia repair surgeries on complex and challenging cases.

The operative faculty included Dr. Vijay Borgaonkar, Dr. Sarfaraz J. Baig, Dr. Praveen Bhatia, Dr. Rajesh Khullar, Dr. Sumeet Shah, Dr. Ganesh Shenoy, Professor Iqbal Saleem Mir, Professor MR Attri and Dr Abdul Hamid Samoon.

These eminent surgeons performed live surgeries that were broadcast directly from two operation theatres at GMC Srinagar to an audience at the GMC Auditorium. The live feed was also streamed on YouTube, allowing a wider audience to benefit from the insights and techniques demonstrated by these experts.

Padmashree Dr Pradeep Chowbey was guest of honour on the occasion. He was highly impressed by the quality of work being done in the department of surgery GMC Srinagar. He also favoured training for the budding surgeons in the field of robotic surgery.

The occasion was also graced by the presence of President HSI Dr Vijay Borgaonkar who in his speech considered the Department of Minimal Access & General Surgery GMC Srinagar as a "CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN HERNIA SURGERY"

Dr Sarfaraz Baig, Secretary HSI and Professor Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal GMC Srinagar were among the dignitaries who also graced the occasion.

The second day would be dedicated to academic excellence and will feature an array of speakers from various parts of the country, as well as distinguished faculty from within the Union Territory. These experts will deliver extensive talks on diverse topics related to surgery, providing attendees with valuable knowledge and updates in the field.


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Blood donation camp held at Govt College of Education Srinagar

SRINAGAR, JULY 11:  A blood donation camp was organized today by Department of Health Care Centre (IASE) of Government College of Education (IASE), M. A. Road, Srinagar in collaboration with Government Lal Ded Hospital, Srinagar within the College campus, here. 

A team of doctors from Government Lal Ded Hospital Srinagar and the Government College of Education officials were present during the camp. The NCC cadets, students and staff of the college took part in the day-long blood donation camp. 

More than 36 students and staff members from the college generously donated blood during the camp, showcasing acts of kindness and solidarity. Dr. Ab. Rashid Sheikh, Prof. Mohd Yasin Pir, Prof. Showkeen Bilal Gul, Shabir Ahmad Para, Asif  Shah, Riyaz Ahmad  were among the staff members who donated the blood. 

On the occasion, Prof (Dr) Seema Naz, Principal of the college said that blood donation is a noble cause through which precious lives can be saved as it does not cause any weakness but has many health benefits. 

Dr.  Seema thanked all the donors and participants for their overwhelming participation and further said that organising such camps in the College is giving an opportunity to every student and staff of the College to participate in the noble cause, and also emphasized more such camps be organized in the College. 

All the staff members were seen taking greater initiatives both as volunteers and donors.

Prof. Seema Naz and other faculty members of the college were present on the occasion to supervise all the activities of the blood donation camp. 

Prof. Nahida, Arshad Suleha, Daljeet Kour, Dr. Mohammad Ashraf Wagi, Prof. Ab. Rashid, Nighat Jeelani, Ms. Snobar Jan  and other staff members of the college were present on the occasion to supervise all the activities of the blood donation camp.


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 District Programme Officer Poshan Doda visits Bal Vidyalayas in Bhaderwah

DODA JULY 11, 2024, District Programme Officer Poshan Doda, S. Paramjeet Singh conducted a surprise visit to the Bal Vidyalayas of the Poshan project in Bhaderwah. The surprise inspection aimed to ensure the adherence to norms and guidelines set for the proper functioning of these educational institutions.

During the visit, S. Paramjeet Singh expressed concerns about the compliance with established standards and provided stringent instructions to the Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs) and supervisors. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards in the functioning of Bal Vidyalayas, which play a crucial role in the early development and nutrition of children under the Poshan Abhiyaan initiative.

The Poshan project, also known as the Prime Minister’s Overarching Scheme for Holistic Nutrition (POSHAN Abhiyaan), aims to address malnutrition and promote the overall health and development of children. Singh reiterated the significance of regular monitoring and accountability to ensure that the objectives of the Poshan Abhiyaan are met. He also stressed the need for proper record-keeping, regular health check-ups, and the provision of nutritious meals to the children.

In addition to these directives, Singh urged the CDPOs and supervisors to foster a child-friendly environment within the Bal Vidyalayas. He called for the implementation of engaging and educational activities that promote cognitive and social development. Ensuring the active participation of parents and community members in the Poshan project was also highlighted as a key factor in its success.


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Jagti Township Receives Vital Healthcare Boost with Multi-Speciality Medical Camp

JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Sh. Atal Dulloo today threw open a 2-day multi-speciality medical camp here at the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) at Jagti township here.

Those who were present includes Director Health Services, Jammu; Relief Commissioner; ADC, Jammu and other prominent citizens and doctors invited to attend this camp.

On this occasion the Chief Secretary observed that good health is the greatest blessing for any person and to sustain it one has to be careful. He made out that such a kind of medical camps provides opportunity to the commoners to take consultation from best of the medical professionals.

He applauded the Vishwa Kashmiri Samaj (VKS) for organizing this camp going to benefit thousands living in and around Jagti. He also commended the medics and paramedics extending their services to these people on voluntary basis.

Dulloo took this occasion to impress upon the people to come forward for saturating the AB-PMJAY Sehat Sscheme. He made out that those who have not got their Ayushman Bharat Cards yet should be given such documents aggregately. He also gave patient hearing to the people gathered here for screening purpose.

It was given out by the organizers of the camp that for the 2 days starting from today the registered persons will be given free counseling/Consultations by the prominent doctors like that of Neurologist, Sushil Razdan and others.

It was further added that consultation in the medical specialties like Cardiology, Urology, Neurology, Nephrology, Gynecology, ENT, Opthamology, Psychiatry, Orthopedics and others would be provided Free Consultations to people along with a number of diagnostic services and medicines on doctors advice.

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Drug Control Department conducts inspection of medical establishments,  pharmacies

SHOPIAN, FEBRUARY, 10:-    Drug Control Department, Shopian under the supervision of Assistant Drug Controller Pulwama/Shopian carried out surprise inspections today in various areas of Shopian district including Memender, Narwaw, Vehil and kachdoora, Shopian town and other areas.

  During the drive more than twenty inspections were conducted and operation of five medical establishments were disallowed on spot for violating different conditions of licences, viz non- maintenance of proper records and non-installation of CCTV camera etc.

During the drive, the samples of various fast moving brands were lifted for testing & analysis. Further the chemists were directed to adhere to the norms and directions issued by the department from time to time in letter and spirit.

Chemists in the area were also impressed upon to maintain the records of all the scheduled medicines properly as per the prescribed norms and were asked to keep proper vigil on every suspicious person and ensure that scheduled medicines are dispensed  on prescriptions  of registered practitioners only.

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