ISA NCB Team 2024-25

ISA Nagpur Welcomes New Leadership: Dr. Umesh Ramtani Installed as President for 2024-25

The J R Shaw Auditorium at IMA House witnessed a grand installation ceremony on December 7, 2024, as Dr. Umesh Ramtani took charge as the new President of the ISA Nagpur City Branch. The evening was a celebration of the past team's "exemplary" achievements, which earned a standing ovation, and a powerful look forward to the new team's vision, "Anaesthesia care; expanding horizons." The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. J Balavenkata Subramanian, President of ISA National and Secretary of the WFSA.

Press Club

ISA Nagpur Announces New Leadership and a City-Wide COLS Awareness Mission at Press Club

In a critical public health initiative, the ISA Nagpur City Branch visited the Press Club (Patrakar Bhavan) to train the city's "first informers"—journalists and cameramen. Over 50 media professionals participated in an enthusiastic, hands-on Compression-Only Life Support (COLS) session, learning the simple steps that can save a life during a sudden cardiac arrest. This vital workshop bridged the gap between medical expertise and public awareness, equipping our media with the skills to be first responders.

COLS at Press Club

ISA Nagpur Conducts Life-Saving COLS Training at Press Club

In a critical public health initiative, the ISA Nagpur City Branch visited the Press Club (Patrakar Bhavan) to train the city's "first informers"—journalists and cameramen. Over 50 media professionals participated in an enthusiastic, hands-on Compression-Only Life Support (COLS) session, learning the simple steps that can save a life during a sudden cardiac arrest. This vital workshop bridged the gap between medical expertise and public awareness, equipping our media with the skills to be first responders.

life of anaesthesiologists

A Day in the Life: The Unseen Stress of an Anaesthesiologist

A parent-teacher meeting, a scheduled surgery, an emergency C-section, and a patient in cardiac arrest. For an anaesthesiologist, this isn't a hypothetical crisis—it's all in a day's work.

Our latest blog post reviews a powerful short film from ISA Nagpur that pulls back the curtain on the high-stress, unpredictable, and multi-faceted reality of these critical specialists. It's a gripping 60-second look at the constant juggle between planned cases, life-or-death emergencies, and personal sacrifice.

They are the unseen heroes in the operating room, handling new stress every single day. The video concludes with a vital message: "Know Your Anaesthesiologist."

Celebrating World Anaesthesia Day and Professor D. S. Motghare Memorial Skit Competition

The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA) Nagpur City Branch celebrated World Anaesthesia Day and the Professor D.S. Motghare Memorial Intercollegiate Anaesthesiology Skit Competition on October 16, 2024, at IMA Hall, Nagpur. Chief Guest Dr. Vinky Rughwani highlighted the significance of Ether Day, while ISA-NCB President Dr. Umesh Ramtani introduced the theme “Anaesthesia Care - Expanding Horizons” with a mission to raise public awareness and support mental well-being for medicos.

The celebration included the release of eSense, ISA’s e-newsletter, and a series of informative videos showcasing the diverse roles of anaesthesiologists. Five medical colleges participated in the skit competition, with IGMC emerging as the winner. The event also featured public awareness initiatives, including multilingual Safe Hands charts to promote knowledge about anaesthesia care. With almost 200 attendees, the gathering proved to be a significant event, bringing together the anaesthesiology community and their families for an evening of education, recognition, and camaraderie.

ISA NCB CMEs

CME on Obstetrics Anaesthesia: Challenges and Solutions
Exploring Obstetrics Anaesthesia: Challenges and Solutions – A Comprehensive CME Event
CME ON NEUROTRAUMA & TBI
ISA Nagpur Hosts Advanced USG Guided Cadaveric Regional Anesthesia Workshop 2025
cardiac CME
Virtual CME on “Recent Advances in Pre-operative Cardiac fitness”