The fifth annual convention of the Cardio-Diabetic Society commenced on Friday at AIIMS Rishikesh. The inauguration ceremony was led by the institution’s Executive Director, Professor (Dr.) Meenu Singh, along with other dignitaries. In her address, Dr. Singh highlighted the interconnected nature of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts among medical super-specialties to address these health challenges comprehensively.
Professor (Dr.) Jaya Chaturvedi, Dean of Academics at AIIMS and Guest of Honor, lauded the Cardio-Diabetic Society for its ongoing commitment to organizing this vital annual event. She also commended the efforts of Program Chairperson and AIIMS Medicine Department Head, Professor (Dr.) Ravikant, and his team for their dedication to advancing public health awareness.
Medical Superintendent Professor (Dr.) Sanjeev Kumar Mittal discussed the importance of regular eye check-ups for individuals with diabetes, stressing early detection to prevent complications. Professor (Dr.) Ravikant underscored the importance of early cardiovascular disease screenings for diabetic patients, while Dr. Venkatesh S. Pai provided updates on arthritis management, covering early symptoms, precautions, and treatment options.
Dr. Mukesh Bairwa, Secretary of the event, expressed gratitude to the medical faculty and contributors from across the nation. The convention’s first day featured extensive lectures on intensive care by key speakers, including Dr. S.T. Himashu Reddy (KGMU Lucknow), Dr. Jyoti Prakash (AIIMS Patna), and Dr. Bala Murgesan (JIPMER Pondicherry).
Special sessions on arthritis and diabetes-related complications were led by Dr. Ramesh Agarwal (LHMC Delhi), Dr. Ankit Jain (Meerut), Dr. Vikas Agarwal (SGPGI Lucknow), Dr. Subramanyam Vyas (AIIMS Delhi), and other notable specialists. The convention continues to focus on advancing awareness and treatment strategies for cardio-diabetic and intensive care.
