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The Department of Endocrinology and Nutrition organized a symposium on “Obesity and Nutrition” on 19th June at the Kadamba College Auditorium.
The program commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Mohan K. Rao, Professor and Head, Department of Endocrinology. The session was anchored by Ms. Usha, Chief Dietitian, RRMCH. The program began with an invocation song by Ms. Shreya, an intern, followed by the ceremonial lamp-lighting by the dignitaries present. Dr. Praveen, Medical Superintendent, addressed the gathering and highlighted the significance of the symposium. Dr. Sameechi, a final-year medical resident, introduced the speakers and initiated the panel discussion.
The following topics were presented by esteemed speakers who are experts in their respective fields:
Topic 1: Physiological Regulation of Weight Balance
Speaker: Dr. Jyothi Vybhavi V. S., MBBS, MD
Professor, Department of Physiology, SCMCH
Topic 2: Medical Management of Obesity and the Role of Semaglutide
Speaker: Dr. Shruthi Jayaram, MBBS, MD, DM (Endocrinology)
Associate Professor, Department of Endocrinology, RRMCH
Topic 3: The Role of Nutrition in Weight Balance
Speaker: Ms. Edwina Raj, MS, RD, CDE, PhD
Head, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru
Panel Discussion: “Obesity—A Modern-Day Pandemic and Its Modern-Day Solutions”
Panelists:
* Dr. Mohan K. Rao – Professor and Head, Department of Endocrinology, RRMCH
* Dr. Krishna M. V. – Professor, Department of Medicine, RRMCH
* Dr. Priyanka Singh – Professor and Head, Department of Physiology, RRMCH
* Ms. Edwina Raj – Head, Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru
The symposium was well attended by faculty members from various departments, postgraduate residents, and interns. The event concluded with lunch for all attendees.
A Day of learning, innovation, and excellence! The Department of Dermatology, Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bengaluru, successfully conducted LASERZONE SOUTH 2026 – CME & Workshop, programme on Lasers and Energy-Based Devices on 7 June 2026.
The programme was organized under the guidance of Dr. Priya K.S., Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology, along with the faculty members and postgraduate students of the department.
The CME witnessed an enthusiastic participation of over more than 200 delegates, including dermatologists, faculty members, and postgraduate trainees from various institutions.
The event commenced with registration. The program began with prayer and lightening the lamp and a warm welcome speech by Head of the department and concluded with felicitation of the speaker by Dean Dr.Sathyamurthy and Medical Superintendent Dr.Praveen ,followed by vote of thanks by Dr.Nikhil, Senior resident.
The scientific sessions featured expert lectures and live demonstrations by renowned faculty Dr. Avitus John Raakesh Prasad.
Key scientific sessions included:The CME was highly informative and successful in enhancing the knowledge and procedural skills of postgraduate students, faculty members, and practitioners.
The collaborative efforts of faculty, PG students ensured the grand success of the program, reflecting the department’s commitment to academic excellence and continuous professional development.
Participants provided positive feedback, appreciating the excellent organization of the workshop, the expertise of the speaker and the excellent infrastructure of the college.
Together, we continue to advance the science and practice of dermatology through education, innovation, and skill development.
