Western Command Hospital Hosts Major Haematology Conference in Chandimandir
A significant haematology conference was recently organized by Command Hospital, Western Command, located in Chandimandir. This event successfully convened leading medical professionals, including haematologists, oncologists, haematopathologists, and transfusion medicine specialists from prestigious institutions such as PGI Chandigarh, Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Center (HBCHRC) in Mullanpur, and Command Hospital, Western Command, Chandimandir.
Chief Guest and Collaborative Emphasis
Prof Ashish Gulia, who serves as the director and principal at HBCHRC, graced the occasion as the chief guest. In his address, he underscored the critical need for a robust collaborative commitment to propel forward haematology care and research initiatives. The conference highlighted the importance of public participation and inter-institutional partnerships in enhancing patient outcomes for complex haematological disorders.
Welcome and Focus Areas
Maj Gen Harkirat Singh, the Commandant of Command Hospital, Western Command, extended a warm welcome to all delegates. He described the conference as a dynamic platform designed for knowledge exchange and interdisciplinary dialogue, with a particular focus on Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) and contemporary advances in clinical haematology.
Scientific Program and Expert Discussions
The scientific agenda commenced with an inaugural session dedicated to BMT. During this session, speakers delved into hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and addressed critical issues related to transfusion in patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation. Esteemed experts, including Dr Pankaj Malhotra, Prof (Dr) Subhash Varma, Brig (Dr) Ajay Sharma (Retd), Dr Reena Das, and Dr Ratti Ram Sharma, shared invaluable real-world experiences from their transplant programs. They discussed challenges unique to resource-variable settings, providing practical insights.
Benefits for Young Clinicians and Students
Young clinicians and postgraduate students greatly benefited from the conference, as it offered them a unique opportunity to directly interact with experienced experts. They were able to seek guidance on challenging cases and gain deeper insights into evolving research directions in the field of haematology.
Key Themes and Felicitations
Chief guest Dr Ashish Gulia emphasized several key themes during his address, including the extension of haemato-oncological services to veterans, joint collaboration efforts, preventive oncology strategies, and the promotion of affordable cancer care. Maj Gen D Vivekanand, MG (Medical) Western Command, who served as the chief patron of the event, felicitated the experts and dignitaries in recognition of their contributions to the field.
