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We are pleased to share the scientific poster presentations showcased at the 47th AKMG Convention in New Jersey. Our presenters shared valuable clinical insights, research findings, and quality improvement initiatives across various disciplines. Presented Topics & Authors : Dr. Anna Carin Sunil: Title: Hidden in Plain Sight: Endometriosis Presenting as Bowel Obstruction. Dr.Hala Majeed: Title: Sar-’coy’-dosis: A Non-Caseating Drama. Dr.Akhtar Zamil Sirajudeen: Title: Mapping the Broken Clock: Quantifying Operational Delays and Their Independent Impact on Patient Satisfaction in a High-Volume Tertiary Emergency Department — A Quality Improvement Study from Kerala, India. Dr. Navya Mathew: Title: Real-World Impact of Mismatch Repair (MMR) Immunohistochemistry (IHC) in Solid Tumors: A Retrospective Analysis from a Tertiary Center in India. This academic track was organized under the leadership of Dr. Elizabeth Mammen-Prasad (AKMG Presiden...

📰 Exciting News: A New Chapter for Trivandrum Medical College! It is with immense enthusiasm and great hope that I share some truly spectacular news regarding the future growth of our beloved alma mater, Trivandrum Medical College (TMC). 🌟 Launching a Grand Initiative We are on the cusp of launching a grand initiative intended to propel TMC into its next phase of spectacular growth. The goal is ambitious: to explore a formal tie-up with the Mayo Clinic to revamp TMC as a world-class Centre of Excellence. We are committed to doing whatever it takes to reach that goal. 🤝 Global Preventive Oncology Summit & Distinguished Guests A pivotal event in this journey will be the Global Preventive Oncology (GPO) Summit being held in Thiruvananthapuram from January 16th to 18th. We are incredibly honored to welcome two distinguished guests from the global healthcare community for this summit: Dr. Prathibha Varkey, President of Mayo Health Systems, will be joining us. Dr. Varkey is a daug...

Note of Appreciation I extend my sincere appreciation to Dr. KJ Oommen for an outstanding CME lecture on recent advances in neurostimulation therapies, especially in Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. His presentation reflected the rigor and curiosity of a true scientist—delivered with clarity, insight, and enthusiasm. The audience was probably enthralled by his ability to translate complex science into meaningful clinical practice. Thank you Dr. KJ Oommen for sharing your expertise and inspiring all of us to advance patient care through innovation and knowledge. Regards, Dr. Anasseril Daniel . This was a great insight into the technological advancement and precision therapy in the mysterious and fascinating world of neuroscience- Thank you for arranging this Dr.Mammen & Dr Oommen. Regards, Dr. Ormila Kovilam . Excellent talk. Enjoyed and learned a lot. Thanks Drs Ommen, Liz and Paul. Regards, Dr. Ravindranathan . "Thank you Dr. Oommen f...

In the realm of medical mentorship, few individuals possess the passion and dedication that Dr. Elizabeth Mammen brings to the table. Her tireless efforts have not only enriched the AKMG (Association of Kerala Medical Graduates) Mentorship Program but have also profoundly impacted the careers of numerous medical professionals. Dr. Mammen has been at the forefront of designing and facilitating one-on-one mock interview practice sessions, which are essential for medical professionals navigating the competitive job market. Her adeptness in creating real-world interview scenarios and providing constructive feedback has empowered countless individuals to confidently step into their desired roles. Additionally, she has played a pivotal role in organizing and moderating group sessions and journal club meetings. These interactive gatherings have become a platform for participants to refine their communication skills, engage in enlightening discussions, and stay abreast of the latest advanc...

We are happy to share information about a new book on spinal surgery published by neurosurgeon Dr. Sunil Manjila. Dr. Manjila has co-edited "Lumbar Interbody Fusion (Elsivier UK, an exclusive text book on lumbar interbody fusions, explaining the nuances In techniques of both open and minimally invasive spinal procedures. Dr. Sunil Manjila is a clinical neurosurgeon, published researcher and a physician entrepreneur with dual residency training in neurosurgery at CMC, Vellore and CWRU,Cleveland. He also completed an enfolded fellowship in neuroradiology and has over 100 Pubmed -indexed academic publications. Dr. Manjila was the former Chief of neurosurgery and Chairman of Neurosciences at McLaren Bay Region in Michigan. Dr. Manjila also is the cofounder of MASIT, Manjila and Singh InnoTech Pvt. Ltd ( India) and Taurean Surgical Inc (USA) specialized in surgical robotics. Dr. Manjila also serves on the advisory board of many companies and organizations.

Like every organization in the world, AKMG also had to rethink how best to continue to serve its members during the COVID pandemic. Under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Bhatt and other senior leaders of AKMG, the pandemic has counter-intuitively strengthened our organization. While the response to COVID-19 from many bigger organizations has been ambivalent, uneven, and chaotic – AKMG have taken the challenge and made the organization better and stronger, with one of the largest increases in membership during these uncertain times. As a free service to its members AKMG decided to have an online CME session every quarter to continue to keep the momentum and members engaged with organizational activities. AKMG has always been blessed to have doctors who have excelled in clinical, educational, research, and business sides of Medicine. But Pre COVID, it was not feasible to make full use of this large talent pool. COVID-19 has thrust the world into a sudden and futuristic existence where virt...

Winners Aditya Lal, Sandra Vijayan, Neil Roy, Teresa Varghese, Neetu Scariya, Soorya Suresh