SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir of chapter Association of Surgeons of India (JAKASI) organized a highly anticipated symposium, the HPB Colloquium, aimed at advancing knowledge and fostering discussion around the latest innovations in hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery at Srinagar.
This gathering brought together eminent surgeons, gastroenterologists, medical practitioners, and scholars from across the region and rest of India to discuss groundbreaking approaches and emerging techniques in the field of HPB surgery, which addresses complex diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary system.
The colloquium was attended by more than 100 delegates and included stalwarts like Prof P Jagannath (Ex President IHPBA through online), Prof MS Khuroo, Prof SA Zargar, Prof GQ Peer, Prof OJ Shah, Prof Nazir A Salroo, Dr Nissar A Wani, Prof Iqbal Saleem Mir, Prof Ajaz Rather, Dr Sanjay Goja (Liver Transplant Surgeon, New Delhi) and Dr Nazir Wani. Prof Mushtaq Chalkoo, the organizing secretary of this program, welcomed the delegates and emphasised on the leaps and bounds that have been done in the field of laparoscopy in our UT.
Dr Khurshid Ahmad Ganaie, joint organizing secretary of the event, in an emotional speech credited all the senior surgeons of valley in promoting the science of Laparoscopy. The colloquium covered a range of vital topics, including advanced surgical techniques, minimally invasive approaches, and the latest research on managing hepatobiliary and pancreatic disorders. These discussions underscored the importance of HPB surgery in improving patient outcomes, especially for complex conditions such as liver cancer and hydatid, pancreas cancer with vascular involvement, and bile duct diseases, which require highly specialized care and expertise.
The event was presided over by Prof. Iqbal Saleem Mir, the esteemed president of JAKASI and a pioneering figure in the field of HPB surgery. Prof. Mir renowned for his contributions to surgical education and healthcare in Jammu and Kashmir, played a pivotal role in shaping the colloquiumâs agenda. Under his leadership, JAKASI has consistently promoted advancements in surgical practice, aligning with global standards while addressing the unique healthcare needs of the region.
âThe HPB Colloquium represents a significant step forward for surgical practice in our region. By bringing together experts and discussing the most recent advances in hepatopancreatobiliary surgery, we are fostering an environment of learning and collaboration that will directly benefit our patients,â Prof. Mir stated. He further added that JAKASI remains dedicated to organizing such events to keep the local medical community abreast of global advancements.
