On the auspicious occasion of Gurupoornima (Thursday, 10/07/2025), the Department of Anaesthesiology, Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and Hospital (IGGMC), in association with Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch (ISA–NCB), conducted a Basic Life Support (BLS) Lecture and Hands-on Training Program at District Hospital Nagpur.
The program symbolized the true spirit of Gurupoornima—sharing knowledge that saves lives.
Academic Session
The lecture on BCLS in In-Hospital and Out-of-Hospital Settings was delivered by:
Dr. Nilay Mangrulkar
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Anaesthesiology, IGGMC
ISA–NCB Member
The session focused on:
- Early recognition and assessment of cardiac arrest
- Importance of immediate chest compressions
- Effective team-based resuscitation
- Differences in in-hospital and out-of-hospital BLS protocols
Demonstration and Hands-On Training
The demonstration and practical training were conducted by:
- Dr. Prashant Bonde – ISA–NCB Member
- Dr. Suyog – ISA–NCB Member
The training included:
- Systematic assessment of cardiac arrest
- Correct chest compression technique
- Use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- Basics of post–cardiac arrest care
More than 90 medical and paramedical staff members from District Hospital actively participated in the hands-on chest compression practice using mannequins.
Participation and Engagement
The lecture was attended enthusiastically by the staff. Participants actively engaged in the session, and all queries were addressed satisfactorily by the faculty members.
The activity was:
- Arranged by:
Dr. Vaishali Shelgaonkar
Professor & Head, Dept. of Anaesthesiology, IGGMC, Nagpur
Senior ISA–NCB Member - Coordinated by:
Dr. Shital Dalal
GC Member, SAMS
Past President, ISA–NCB
