Poster & Case Presentation Awards
Dr. Mrs. Krishna Kale Award – Best Poster Presentation
- First Prize: Dr Rupali Shendre
- Second Prize: Dr Rashmi Shingade
This award celebrated high-quality scientific poster presentations showcasing research depth and clinical insight.
Mrs. Vaishali Malegaonkar Memorial Interesting Case Presentation Award
- Sponsored by: Dr Charuta Gadkari (Past President ISA–NCB & Past Vice President SAMS)
- First Prize: Dr Awantika Jaiswal
- Second Prize:
- Dr Gunjan Badwaik
- Dr Ravi Nikhade
The competition highlighted rare, challenging, and clinically significant anaesthesia cases.
Orations & Academic Excellence Awards
Dr. N. T. Balankhe Immediate Past Presidents Oration
The prestigious oration was delivered by Dr Gauri Arora, Immediate Past President, reflecting on leadership, academic growth, and professional evolution within the branch.
Dr. R. K. Pradhan Memorial Award
Awarded for securing 1st rank in MD (MUHS) Anaesthesiology Examination.
Shri Gopalrao Ramchandra & Chhayatai Patil Memorial Award
- Instituted by Dr. Waghaye in memory of her parents
- Awarded to the Female MD Topper
Both awards were conferred upon:
- Dr Arya N R, GMC Nagpur
These recognitions celebrated academic excellence at the university level.
Research & National Representation Awards
Dr. Shabde Tambe Memorial Travel Award
- Awarded to Dr Sheetal Shinde, GMC Nagpur
- For presenting the best paper at a National Conference
Dr. Shrirao’s Award & Rev. B. N. Sahay Memorial Award
- 1st Best Paper: Dr Hemlatha, IGGMC
Dr. S. K. Deshpande Award
- 2nd Best Paper: Dr Santosha, IGGMC
These awards reinforced ISA–NCB’s commitment to encouraging research publication and academic contribution.
Legacy Academic Competitions & Initiatives
The Masters of Ceremony highlighted several long-standing academic initiatives that continue to enrich the branch:
- Prof. D. S. Motghare Sponsored Skit Competition – Held annually on Ether Day, initiated by Dr. Sandhya Manjrekar (Ex-HOD, Anaesthesia, IGGMC) in memory of her father
- Dr. Ashok Jadhav Award – Instituted by his family at ISACON every year
- Anaesthesiology Quiz – Started by Mrs. Malti Phadke, Senior Anaesthesiologist & Retired Dean, GMC Nagpur
These initiatives preserve academic culture while promoting creativity and engagement among members.
Masters of Ceremony
The awards function was efficiently conducted by:
- Dr Dilip Wasnik
- Dr Bhuvaneshwari
Their coordination ensured a smooth and dignified ceremony celebrating excellence across multiple academic domains.
Key Takeaways
- ISA–NCB strongly promotes research and academic excellence
- Memorial awards honour the legacy of senior stalwarts
- Young anaesthesiologists are encouraged through structured competitions
- University toppers and national presenters receive deserved recognition
- Academic culture remains central to the branch’s vision
The ceremony stood as a proud celebration of scholarship, leadership, and continued professional advancement within the anaesthesiology fraternity of Nagpur.
