Nagpur: American Oncology Institute (AOI) at Nangia Specialty Hospital in Nagpur successfully hosted a grand Continuing Medical Education (CME) conference with the theme “Focusing on Quality of Life (QOL) of Cancer Patients.” The event was graced by the esteemed Dr Sushil Beriwal, a Fellow of the American Society of Radiation Oncology and American Brachytherapy Society. Specialists from Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, and allied services, including Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Rehabilitation, and Nutrition, attended the event. The conference provided a dynamic platform for in-depth discussions, panels, and lectures on the importance of improving cancer patients’ quality of life.
Topics of discussion during the conference included, Improving quality of life by Rehabilitation Surgeries in Oral, Head, and Neck Cancers, Addressing Quality of Life (QOL) issues in the management of Gynecological Cancers, Oligometastatic disease: A paradigm shift from palliation to cure, Maintaining QOL in patients receiving systemic cancer therapy, Focus on survivorship in Cancer Care, Integration of advances in Medical Oncology in improving QOL – Focus on Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapy, QOL issues in Pediatric Malignancies and more.
Harish Trivedi, CEO, CTSI-South Asia, expressed enthusiasm for the success of the event. “This CME exemplifies AOI’s dedication to continually advancing Cancer Care. By focusing on improving the quality of life for our patients, we ensure that every aspect of their care journey is considered, from medical treatment to overall well-being.”
The event also featured expert-led panels discussing the latest advancements and innovations in cancer treatment. It highlighted the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care, incorporating not just medical interventions but also addressing the emotional, nutritional, and rehabilitative needs of patients.
According to Dr. Sushil Beriwal, Vice President of Provider Services at Varian and Academic Chief at Allegheny Health Network, “Cancer care should focus on the whole patient, not just the disease. He expressed admiration for the radiation oncology department at AOI nangia speciality hospital, Nagpur, led by Dr. Mangesh Patil, Dr. Ashish Bhange, and Dr. Abhinav Puppalwar, for establishing a center of excellence and for their exceptional contributions to the well-being of cancer patients in central India. Through our collaborative efforts, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support that addresses the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of our patients.”
Reflecting on the event, Dr Hrushikesh Phate, Facility Director, AOI Nagpur, noted, “This CME has strengthened our commitment to patient-centric care. By bringing together diverse medical disciplines, we have explored comprehensive strategies that will help us better support our patients through every phase of their cancer journey.”
The conference concluded with renewed dedication from all participants to push the boundaries of Cancer Care, ensuring that patients are provided not only with life-saving treatments but also with a higher quality of life.
Mr Mahesh Nangia, Promoter, AOI Nangia Speciality Hospital Nagpur emphasized, ” Our mission is to empower cancer patients by offering compassionate care that addresses both their physical and emotional needs. We are committed to providing a personalized experience that helps them navigate their journey with dignity and hope. Along with our excellence in Oncology, we are focused on providing holistic care through our multi-speciality edge.
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