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 June 3, 2025, the ISA Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) targeted a vital group of healthcare professionals by conducting a comprehensive Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) session at the Dr. Hedgewar Blood Bank. The initiative successfully empowered over 35 Medical Officers and nursing staff with the crucial knowledge and hands-on skills needed to effectively respond to acute cardiopulmonary emergencies, ensuring readiness across all critical healthcare settings.
In observance of World Emergency Day on May 27, 2025, the ISA Nagpur City Branch provided crucial Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) training at Meditrina Hospital. Targeting nursing staff and paramedics—the core of emergency response teams—the comprehensive session empowered over 70 participants with hands-on skills, reinforcing the city's ability to handle critical situations.
ISA Nagpur's popular IKCARE WEBINAR SERIES continued its academic streak with a crucial "Neuro Anaesthesia Update" on Friday, May 16, 2025. Featuring two leading experts, the session provided attendees with a vital refresher on neurophysiology and the latest in neurological monitoring. Over 65 participants benefited from the interesting, insightful deliberations and expert-led Q&A session.
On International Nurses Day, Monday, May 12, 2025, ISA Nagpur City Branch celebrated the dedication of nursing staff by providing the critical gift of knowledge. A comprehensive Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) training program was simultaneously conducted across three major institutions—Seven Star, Viveka, and Shalinitai Meghe Hospitals—equipping approximately 80 frontline nurses with enhanced emergency skills.
On International Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, 2025, ISA Nagpur City Branch provided the ultimate gift: life-saving skills. Partnering with Indira IVF Centre, ISA-NCB conducted a crucial COLS (Compression-Only Life Support) training program for new and expectant mothers, their families, and staff. The session empowered 75–80 enthusiastic participants with the confidence to act during a cardiac emergency.
Celebrating the spirit of International Women's Day, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) conducted a special Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) training program for employees of Mahindra & Mahindra on 8th March 2025. The morning session at 9 AM saw enthusiastic participation from 100 employees, equipping them with essential emergency response skills.
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.
On May 3, 2025, the ISA Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) provided crucial skills training to the staff of Radhakrishna Hospital. Dr. Monika Sanghavi led the Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) session, empowering 40 nursing staff members with the confidence and practical knowledge required to effectively manage cardiopulmonary emergencies.
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.
On April 22, 2025, the ISA Nagpur City Branch focused its training efforts on hospital preparedness, conducting a comprehensive Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) session at Niramay Hospital. Sixty dedicated hospital staff members participated in the training, which was efficiently led by ISA-NCB Executive Member, Dr. Pallavi Meshram, ensuring enhanced skills for patient safety.
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.
In a major outreach effort celebrating 100 years of the RSS, ISA Nagpur, in association with Sewankur, conducted a large-scale BCLS training session on April 18, 2025, at Dr. Hedgewar Smarak Samiti, Reshimbagh. The program successfully empowered approximately 250 medical students with essential life-saving skills, guided by expert faculty Dr. Satkar Pawar, Dr. Arihant Jain, and Dr. Radhika Iyer.
On April 12, 2025, the ISA Nagpur City Branch, in collaboration with the Rotary Club and the Association of Medical Women (AMWI), hosted a massive COLS (Compression-Only Life Support) training program. Led by Dr. Arihant Jain, the session successfully empowered 250 to 300 law students with critical, life-saving skills.
Celebrating the spirit of International Women's Day, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) conducted a special Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) training program for employees of Mahindra & Mahindra on 8th March 2025. The morning session at 9 AM saw enthusiastic participation from 100 employees, equipping them with essential emergency response skills.
In celebration of International Women's Day, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) partnered with AMWN to conduct a Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) training program for members of Yogabhyasi Mandal. Held on 7th March 2025 at Children's Traffic Park, this early morning initiative equipped 50 women with essential life-saving skills.
Marking National Safety Week, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) conducted a crucial Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) training program at World Trade Center, Glocal Mall on 6th March 2025. The event saw enthusiastic participation from 150 security personnel, field workers, and auxiliary staff, equipping them with vital emergency response skills.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) conducted a vital Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) and First Aid training program for UltraTech Cement employees at their Mauda facility on 1st March 2025. The session equipped 100 factory workers, supervisors, and security personnel with crucial emergency response skills.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) successfully conducted its second Academic Practical Training (APT) Series session on 28th February 2025. Focusing on "Paediatric Patient with Hydrocephalus", this online case discussion brought together 80 participants for an interactive learning experience with renowned faculty from Mumbai and Nagpur.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB) partnered with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) to conduct a Comprehensive Onsite Life Support (COLS) training program on 20th February 2025. The event empowered 35 BPCL office staff and petrol pump workers with essential life-saving skills through interactive demonstrations and hands-on practice.
The Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Nagpur City Branch (ISA-NCB), continues its A3 Series (Awareness About Anaesthesia) with an enlightening podcast on "Anaesthesiologist as Pain Physician." Featuring Dr. Vrishali Ankalwar (Associate Professor & Pain Unit Incharge, GMC Nagpur), this episode highlights the critical role of anaesthesiologists in pain management. Moderated by Dr. Shweta Bulle, the discussion was widely shared across social media and medico-non-medico groups, amplifying awareness about anaesthesia beyond the OT.
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.
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…
The ISA Nagpur City Branch kick-started 2025 with a landmark event—the 1st CME of the year and the inaugural major CME of the 2024-25 tenure. Held on January 5, 2025, at Hardas Hall, IMA Annex Building, Nagpur, the event brought…
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.
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."
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.
