Nagpur City Branch
Nagpur City Branch
The ISACON National 2025 in Raipur has been a historic milestone for ISA Nagpur. We are ecstatic to announce that we have been awarded the "Best City Branch (Large)" title along with 7 other national awards. Adding to the celebration, it was officially declared in the AGM that Nagpur will host the Annual National Conference, ISACON 2027!
It is a moment of immense pride for our fraternity! The ISA Nagpur City Branch has achieved unparalleled success at the ongoing State Conference, ISACON Maharashtra 2025 in Mumbai. Securing the prestigious "Best City Branch (Metro)" title along with 8 other major awards, ISA-NCB has once again proven its dedication to academic and social excellence.
The ISA Nagpur City Branch, in powerful collaboration with DMMC and CRAB, successfully hosted the two-day, high-fidelity workshop: “THE PLEXUS AND PLANES ON CADAVERS WITH NEEDLE & USG 2.0” on July 5th and 6th, 2025. This prestigious event offered 35 delegates unparalleled hands-on training on soft embalmed cadavers, combining theoretical excellence with tactile learning. The workshop, dedicated to mastering USG-guided Regional Anaesthesia, was a resounding success, earning 3 credit points from the MMC and enthusiastic positive feedback from all participants.
The fifth session of the ISA Nagpur's APT (Academic Practical Training) Series provided crucial high-level training with a focus on Anaesthesia for Liver Diseases. Held on June 27, 2025, this in-depth long case discussion was moderated by renowned teachers Dr. Vaishali Shelgaonkar and Dr. Sanjot Ninawe. The session saw 85 participants benefit from exam-oriented, clinical management discussions, reinforcing the skills of postgraduate residents.
The ISA Nagpur IKCARE WEBINAR SERIES addressed a crucial non-clinical topic for doctors: Medico-Legal Education. Held on June 20, 2025, the sixth session provided essential insights into legal safeguards, featuring expert talks on proper documentation, informed consent, and practical strategies for dealing with medico-legal issues. The webinar was chaired by legal expert Dr. Pradeep Arora and senior anaesthesiologist Dr. Bhau Rajurkar, offering valuable knowledge to protect clinical practice.
The ISA Nagpur City Branch successfully hosted the prestigious Dr. Krishna Kale e-Poster Presentation Competition on June 6, 2025. This annual event, sponsored by Dr. Krishna Kale, Ex-Professor of Anaesthesia at GMC Nagpur, showcased academic brilliance with eight entries from young anaesthesiologists across the city. The evening was a vibrant mix of cutting-edge research, expert judging, and a celebration of scholarly achievement.
On World Environment Day, June 5, 2025, ISA Nagpur City Branch joined forces with the Rotary Club of Nagpur North (RCNN) to take a significant step toward the year's theme: "Freedom from single-use plastic." The celebration involved a massive eco-brick donation to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation, tree plantation by members, and an expert lecture highlighting the medicos' role in sustainable living.
ISA Nagpur's successful APT (Academic Practical Training) Series continued its mission to equip young doctors with critical skills. The fourth session, held on May 9, 2025, focused on Difficult Airway Management, featuring a high-stakes case discussion and a review of Advanced Airway Guidelines. Top educators, including Dr. Amla Kudalkar (Mumbai) and Dr. Soma Cham (Nagpur), guided 65 postgraduate residents through this crucial topic.
ISA Nagpur City Branch has released a crucial new episode of its A3 Series Podcast! Titled "Anaesthesia के विभिन्न प्रकार" (Types of Anaesthesia), the episode features President-Elect Dr. Sachin Makde breaking down the different anaesthetic techniques used in modern surgery. This informative session, coordinated by Dr. Kirti Gujarkar, is essential viewing for both medical and non-medical audiences and is now available across all social media platforms.
The fourth session of the ISA Nagpur IKCARE WEBINAR SERIES broadened its scope beyond medicine to address a critical topic for all professionals: Financial Education. Held on April 24, 2025, the session featured expert insights on insurance optimization and passive investment tools, ensuring that the 50 attendees are as well-equipped to manage their finances as they are their patients.
The ISA Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) held the esteemed Late Smt. Vaishali Malegaonkar Memorial Interesting Case Presentation Competition on April 20, 2025. The event, held at IMA House, showcased the clinical expertise of anaesthesiologists through nine diverse entries. The evening celebrated academic rigor and clinical curiosity, recognizing Dr. Awantika Jaiswal as the first-prize winner.
The ISA-Nagpur City Branch, in collaboration with the Research Society of Anaesthesiology and Clinical Pharmacology (RSACP), hosted a highly engaging CME on "Innovations and Advances in Anaesthesia Practice" on 23rd February 2025 at Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur. The event featured expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and debates on cutting-edge anaesthesia practices, attracting 135+ delegates. With 2 MMC credit hours awarded, the CME was a grand academic success.
The ISA-Nagpur City Branch, in collaboration with the Research Society of Anaesthesiology and Clinical Pharmacology (RSACP), successfully organized a CME on Innovations and Advances in Anaesthesia Practice followed by a Simulation-Based Anaesthesia Learning Workshop on 22nd & 23rd February 2025 at Datta Meghe Medical College, Nagpur. The event featured expert-led sessions, hands-on crisis management training, and interactive simulations, receiving overwhelming participation and positive feedback.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) is honored to contribute to a Mega Health Project initiated by the Zilla Parishad, Nagpur, in collaboration with the District Integrated Health & Family Welfare, Government of Maharashtra. With the approval…
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) proudly presents an insightful video titled “Anaesthesiologist as a Medical Teacher” showcasing the crucial role of anaesthesiologists in medical education. 🎬 Concept & Execution📌 Conceptualized by: Dr. Umesh Ramtani, President,…
The Indian Society of Anesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) proudly launched its Online Postgraduate Classes – APT (Academic Practical Training) Series, aimed at enhancing the knowledge and practical skills of postgraduate students. The inaugural session, held on 22nd January…
The Indian Society of Anesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) celebrated its Foundation Day on 18th January 2025 with great enthusiasm at the IMA House, Nagpur, from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. The event was a blend of fun, creativity,…
In honor of National Youth Day, the ISA Nagpur City Branch organized a significant public awareness and training initiative at Vivekananda Vidyarthi Bhavan, Dhantoli, Nagpur, on January 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM. This event, dedicated to equipping the youth with…
As part of its ongoing outreach activities to raise public awareness, ISA-Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) has launched an educational video focused on the importance of Pre-Anaesthetic Check-Up (PAC). The video highlights key aspects of PAC, its role in ensuring patient…
Innovations, Knowledge, Continued Academics, Research, Education ISA-Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) has proudly initiated a webinar series titled IKCARE to foster learning, innovation, and professional growth in the field of Anaesthesiology. The inaugural webinar of this series was conducted on December…
Greetings from ISA-Nagpur City Branch! As part of our ongoing public outreach initiative, we are proud to release a special video aimed at raising awareness about the crucial roles of Anaesthesiologists. Under the mission “Safe Hands; Know Your Anaesthesiologists,” this…
In a fantastic morning initiative on December 8, 2024, ISA Nagpur, in association with the Rotaract Club of VSPM Physio, conducted a vital COLS demonstration at the Japanese Garden. The session, attended by over 75 morning walkers, Nagpur Ploggers, and members of the Global Shapers NGO, was also graced by NMC Additional Commissioner, Mrs. Anchal Goyal.
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.
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.
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."
The 71st Annual National Conference of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISACON 2024) was held from November 20-24, 2024, at the Samrat Ashok Convention Centre, Patna. The event showcased an extraordinary blend of academics, sports, cultural festivities, and camaraderie. The…
ISA-NCB organized the Best Paper Presentation Competition on November 8, 2024, at M.T. Paithankar Hall, Nagpur. Thirteen postgraduate students from GMC and IGGMC Nagpur presented their research. Dr. Hemlata secured 1st place, with Dr. Santosha as runner-up. The event celebrated academic brilliance, with distinguished guests and judges gracing the occasion.
ISA-NCB hosted the prestigious Dr. Shabde Tambe Travel Fellowship Award Competition on November 8, 2024, at the ISA office. Six postgraduate students from GMC and IGGMC Nagpur participated, showcasing their research excellence. Dr. Sheetal Shinde from GMC Nagpur emerged as the winner and will receive a cash prize for presenting at the ISA National Conference.
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.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), Nagpur City Branch, invites all its members to the much-anticipated cultural event of the year, “Utsav” 2024. Scheduled for September 29, 2024, at 6:30 pm, the event will take place at Hotel Nagpur Ashok,…
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), Nagpur City Branch, organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program titled “Anaesthesia Concepts – Un-learn to Re-learn” on August 18, 2024, at the J R Shaw Auditorium, IMA Hall, Nagpur. The event began at…
On August 18, 2024, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), Nagpur City Branch, hosted the Dr. Malati Phadke Sponsored Intercollegiate Anaesthesiology Post Graduate Quiz Competition at the J R Shaw Auditorium, IMA Hall, Nagpur. The event began at 2:30 pm,…
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA) Nagpur City Branch, in collaboration with Datta Meghe Medical College, conducted a Mega COLS (Compressions-Only Life Support) training session for police personnel at the Police Commissionerate in Nagpur on October 15, 2024. The event…
The Indian Society of Anesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA NCB) hosted the second episode of the enlightening online Webinar Series titled “Get The Concepts Right” on Friday, February 23rd, 2024. The event, which began at 7 pm, was conducted on…
The Academy of Medical Sciences, the Indian Medical Association Nagpur, and the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch, along with various other Doctor Specialty Associations, came together in a grand celebration to honor the esteemed Padma Shree awardee Dr.…
The Nagpur City Branch of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists proudly collaborated with the Society of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur (SCAN) to host the prestigious 27th Annual National Conference of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anaesthesiologists (IACTACON) 2024. This…
ISA NCB celebrated Republic Day 2024 with fervor and patriotism at IMA Nagpur, bringing together members and families to honor the spirit of freedom and democracy. The day commenced with a stirring flag hoisting ceremony, followed by cultural programs featuring…
On the 21st of January 2024, ISA Nagpur City Branch came alive with vibrant festivities as it celebrated its Foundation Day at the IMA Hall in Nagpur. The program commenced with a ceremonial inauguration led by Dr. Mankeshwar, a distinguished…
In a heartfelt endeavor to extend support to the underserved, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiology, Nagpur City Branch, actively participated in the Hemalkasa surgical camp, organized by the Rotary Club of Nagpur from the 18th to the 20th of January…
For the first time, the ISA Nagpur City Branch ventured into the realm of women’s box cricket, participating in the prestigious “Khaasdar Krida Mahotsav,” a Vidarbha-level sports extravaganza. The event, held from the 17th to the 19th of January at…
