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Continuing Medical Education with theme “Pathogen Pursuit – Triad of IPC, AMSP & ID

The Department of Microbiology, Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital, successfully conducted a Continuing Medical Education with theme “Pathogen Pursuit – Triad of IPC, AMSP & ID” on 14/05/2026 from 08:00 am to 5.00 pm at Kadamba Hall (College Auditorium)

The CME was conceptualized to address the escalating challenge of antimicrobial resistance through an integrated approach. It focused on the synergistic roles of Infection Prevention & Control, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Infectious Diseases in optimizing patient care. The objective was to bridge the gap between laboratory diagnostics and clinical practice, promoting rational antimicrobial use and strengthening patient safety protocols.

The CME was inaugurated by Dean, Medical superintendent, Principal, CEO,Dean of PG studies and HOD.

Scientific Sessions
9:30am to 10:15am – Resistance Reversal: IPC hacks for MDRO by Dr.R.Sukanya
10:15am to 11:00am – Stewardship Showdown – MDRO conundrum by Dr Deepashree R
11:30am to 12:15pm – Navigating the AMR maze: Challenging cases by Dr Subramanian S
12:15pm to 1:00pm – “From MIC to Antimicrobials: Practical Use of MIC for Antibiotic
Decisions in Patient management” by Dr Akshatha Ravindra
2:00pm to 4:00pm – The Science behind Sterilization & Disinfection by Mr Shailesh Mehta
4:00pm to 4:30pm – Oral/Poster presentation
4:30pm to 5:00pm – Valedictory