Nagpur: The General Practitioners Conference – GPCON 2025, organised with the objective “To learn the advancements and latest updates in Gastroenterology and Medicine”, was successfully held at VCA Club, Jamtha, Nagpur on 23rd August 2025. The purpose of the conference was to create awareness about the recent advances in the field of General Medicine and Gastroenterology. Such conferences are highly beneficial in updating the knowledge of family physicians, enabling them to enhance their day-to-day medical practice. This year, the event witnessed the participation of over 500 doctors and family physicians.
The conference was inaugurated with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony by Shri Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Cabinet Minister for Revenue, Government of Maharashtra and Guardian Minister for Nagpur and Amravati districts, who graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. He was joined by Dr. Shrikant Mukewar, Organising Chairperson – GPCON 2025 and Managing Director, Midas Hospital, Dr. Saurabh Mukewar, Organising Secretary – GPCON 2025 and Director, Midas Hospital, Wardha Road, Nagpur along with Dr. Shubhankar Godbole,Organising Secretary and Dr. Bhushan Bawre, Organising Secretary who were also key persons present on the occasion.
Key Sessions & Speakers
The scientific program featured expert sessions on critical areas of medicine and gastroenterology, including:
- Hypertension: Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Approach – Dr. Debashish Bala
- Anemia – Evaluation and Pearls of Management – Dr. Ramesh Mundle
- Diabetes, Obesity & Fatty Liver Disease (Panel Discussion) – Dr. Shrikant Mukewar, Dr. Nikhil Balankhe, Dr. Amrit Kaur, Dr. Sanober Shaikh
- Acid Peptic Disease – Approach & Treatment (From Pills to Procedures) – Dr. Amit Kavimandan
- Constipation – A Pragmatic Approach for Primary Care – Dr. Shrikant Mukewar
- Approach to Diarrhoea – Dr. Bhushan Bhaware
- Abdominal Pain: Diagnostic Roadmap for GPs – Dr. Saurabh Mukewar
- Interpretation of LFT & Case-based Discussion on Jaundice – Dr. Amrit Kaur Gahra
- Approach to Generalised Pruritus – Dr. Nelee Choudhary
- Approach to Fever & Managing the Tropical Febrile Illness – Dr. Sharad Deshmukh
- Early Detection of Kidney Disease – Dr. Monali Sahu
- Pearls of Management for Acute Pancreatitis in Primary Care Setting – Dr. Saurabh Mukewar
- Approach to Joint Pain – What a Physician Must Know – Dr. Kaustubh Belapurkar
- Approach to Unexplained Symptoms – Dr. Isha Ahluwalia
- Headache Decoded – A GP’s Guide to Diagnosing & Managing Headache – Dr. Pranit Khandait
- Recommendations for Adult Vaccination: Global vs Indian Perspective & Impact of Adult Infections on Patients with GI Comorbidity – Dr. Shubhankar Godbole
- Just Ask Me Anything (JAMA) Interactive Session – Dr. Shrikant Mukewar & Team Midas
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Shrikant Mukewar, Managing Director, Midas Hospital, said: “GPCON 2025 is not only a platform for sharing medical knowledge but also a bridge between specialists and family physicians, ensuring that the best of advancements reach patients at the grassroots level.” Dr. Saurabh Mukewar, Director, Midas Hospital, Wardha Road, Nagpur, added: “Continuous learning is the key to better healthcare delivery. Through this conference, we aim to empower physicians with the latest updates in medicine and gastroenterology.” Chief Guest Shri. Chandrashekhar Bawankule expressed his pride, stating: “It is a matter of pride for Nagpur to have such an advanced medical setup like Midas Hospital. Midas has a clear vision to make international-standard treatment available right here in Nagpur. The purpose of this conference is to create awareness and encourage the use of new technologies in healthcare services, so that the best possible care and treatment is given to patients.” He further added: “Midas is also playing a crucial role in educating family physicians, equipping them with the latest knowledge so they can provide quality treatment to patients. The government has a long-term vision to strengthen the healthcare system of Maharashtra, leading up to 2029, 2035, and even till 2047. Robotic surgeries and advancements in robotic medical services will be an integral part of this journey. I congratulate Dr. Shrikant Mukewar and Dr. Saurabh Mukewar for establishing such an advanced centre in Nagpur, and I strongly advise that such conferences should also be organised across all district levels in Vidarbha.”
The conference concluded with a vote of thanks of Dr. Shubhankar Godbole,Organising Secretary, marking another successful step towards enhancing medical practice and patient care in the region.
