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Sunday, November 26, 2023

50 years of Successful Transplant Trajectory by PGIMER

  Sunday 26th November 2023 at 18:00

 ‘The Golden Anniversary Summit on Renal & Pancreas Transplantation’

*Witnesses convergence of over 300 including globally acclaimed professionals from the world 

*Prof. Mukut Minz and Prof . Vinay Sakuja, former Heads, presented with Life Time Achievement Awards for their immense contribution 

*Other highlights include Award of License for Skin Bank, Launch of Pancreas Transplant Society & Release of Transplant Manual

 *Owing to stellar performance, PGIMER to take lead in designing transplant centres that manage multi-organ transplants:  Dr V.K. Paul, Member, NITI Aayog 


Chandigarh
:26th November 2023: (Karthika Kalyani Singh//Punjab Screen)::

The Golden Anniversary Summit on Renal & Pancreas Transplantation, the three day milestone event in the field of organ transplantation organised by PGIMER’s Deptt. of Renal Transplant Surgery, concluded successfully with not only celebrating the achievements of the past five decades, but also setting a road map for new collaborations, innovation, and excellence in organ transplantation.

The landmark Summit that witnessed the convergence of over 300 experts, clinicians, researchers, policy makers  from across the globe to deliberate and exchange the latest advancements in renal and pancreatic transplantation, was graced by Prof V K Paul, Member NITI Aayog ,   as the Chief Guest and Dr. Krishan Kumar , Head, National Organ & Tissue Transplant Programme (NOTP), MoHFW and Prof. Vivek Lal , Director, PGIMER as the Guests of Honour at the inaugural ceremony. 

Commending PGIMER for the accomplishments in organ transplantation, the Chief Guest on the occasion, Dr. V K Paul , Member NITI Aayog stated, “Having performed close to 300 deceased donations leading more than 550 kidney transplants from these donors along with liver, pancreas, heart transplants, PGIMER’s model has delivered stellar results. So leveraging their experience, I urge PGIMER to take the lead in designing advanced transplant centres that manage multi-organ transplants in various situations of our nation across on the systems that are potentially possible.”

Dr Paul enumerated various initiatives undertaken by the Government to ease various aspects of organ transplantation that included Online pledging through a very friendly portal that generated almost 90.000 pledges since 3rd August, Removal of upper age limit of 65 years for eligibility for registration to receive deceased donor organ and  doing away with domicile issue under Government of India’s “One Nation, One Policy” for Organ Donation and Transplantation, Special casual leave for 42 days for a live donor, coverage of renal transplant under Ayushman Bharat, to mention a few.”  

The Chief Guest further stated, “Though there are stumbling blocks but the government is relentlessly pursuing the mission of organ transplantation in a systematic manner. The cause calls for an integrated, synergized and sustained effort of the government, healthcare professionals, and community and non-government organizations to create a culture of voluntary deceased organ donation.” 

Prof. Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER addressing as Guest of Honour , recounted the journey of PGIMER’s transplantation as he stated, “We go back 50 years and Prof. Prof. KS. Chugh and Prof. RVS Yadav put their heads and hearts together and raised a trajectory that has brought us to this pass that we are the spearhead of transplant surgeries in India.”

Speaking as the Guest of Honour, Dr. Krishan Kumar, lauded PGIMER for its commitment to innovation, patient care, and its significant contributions to the field of organ transplantation as he said, “PGIMER’s commitment to excellence and their significant advancements in the field of renal transplantation have undoubtedly elevated the standards of healthcare delivery. It’s easier to initiate a programme but not only to sustain it, but take it to greater heights by accomplishing multiple milestones is no cake walk and PGIMER has demonstrated this through its journey of five decades with remarkable success rates, since first renal transplant in 1973.”  

It was a proud moment as Prof. Mukut Minz, former head, Deptt. of Renal Transplant Surgery  and Prof. Vinay Sakuja , former head, Deptt. of Nephrology were  presented with Life Time Achievement Awards for their immense contribution in the field of renal transplantation.  

Elated with the success of the Summit, Prof. Ashish Sharma, Head, Deptt. of Renal Transplant Surgery & Organising Chairman stated, “The other highlights of the inaugural session included award of licence for Skin Banking to PGIMER which would help the burn patients, Launch of Pancreas  Transplant Society , to promote training  and research in pancreas transplant in country, Release of a book “Transplant Manual ” detailing protocols being followed at PGI Chandigarh for managing post-transplant patients.

Talking about the firsts in the Summit, Prof. Ashish Sharma,  stated, “The Summit had many firsts to its credit; the highlight was the Surgical ‘Hands-On’ Workshop’, the  first of its in Northern India that was designed to train surgeons for multi-organ retrieval and was participated by around 40 delegates with  trainers from England, Australia and United States.” 

Prof. Ashish Sharma further detailed, “Encompassing a wide range of topics, from innovative surgical techniques to advances in immunosuppressive therapies, the Summit presented focussed and comprehensive scientific sessions on Pancreas Transplantation, Immunology & Immunosuppressant for Surgeons, Unmet Needs in Transplant and Donation after Circulatory Arrest & Surgical Aspect Kidney Transplantation .  

“It goes to the credibility of PGIMER that globally acclaimed eminent  experts and think tanks in the field of transplantation joined us as esteemed speakers and shared their insights, experiences, and the latest research including Dr Vijay Mittal , Program Director of General Surgery at Ascension Providence Hospital in Michigan, Dr Shantanu Bhattacharjya , Director of Transplant Surgery at the Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Dr Ajay Sharma , a distinguished Consultant Surgeon at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Dr. Randeep , a PGI alumnus and now Professor of Surgery at the University of Rochester, Dr. Balamurugan N. Appakalai , Professor of Paediatrics and Surgery and Director of Islet Cell Transplantation at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Ohio State University, Dr Vrishali P Patil , Program Director of Transplant program at Dr. D. Y. Patil Super Specialty Hospital in Pune, Dr .  Pranjal Modi , Vice Chancellor of Gujarat, University of transplantation sciences and pioneer of minimally, invasive and robotic kidney transplant, Dr. Mukut Minz ,  Former Head of Renal Transplant Surgery at PGIMER Chandigarh and Pioneer in multi-organ transplantation with over 3500 kidney transplants to mention a few.

Presenting a rich mix of engaging panel discussions, probing discussions and exchange of views, the  three academic extravaganza concluded with delegates finding it an extremely enriching experience.

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Stubble Burning: Red Alert Sounded in Punjab

15th November 2023 at 6:53 PM

 Violators to face the music 

*SPL DGP Arpit Shukla Visits Hoshiarpur & SBS Nagar to Review Status of  Stubble Burning 

*CPs/SSPs Directed to sinsitise farmers, kisan leaders about ill effects of stubble burning 

*SPL DGP Urges Farmers to Refrain from Burning stubble 


Chandigarh/Hoshiarpur: 15th November 2023: (Punjab Screen Bureau)::

In order to ensure compliance with the directions of the Hon'ble Supreme Court to put a full stop to stubble burning, Special Director General of Police (Spl DGP) Law and Order Arpit Shukla on Wednesday said that a red alert has been sounded in all the districts and legal action will be initiated if anyone found burning stubble. Pertinently, DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav had appointed Spl DGP Arpit Shukla as the Police Nodal Officer to monitor action against stubble burning.

He said that CPs/SSPs have been directed to engage farmers, citizens and various stakeholders to sensitise them about the ill effects of the stubble burning, which is also a violation of law and action and action could be initiated against them.

“All DSPs and SHOs have been asked to have discussions with Sarpanches and Kisan leaders to sensitize them about the ill effects of stubble burning, which not only affect the urban people but each and every individual,” said Spl DGP Arpit Shukla, who was on a whirlwind tour to review the stubble burning cases in Hoshiarpur and SBS Nagar district.

He also called a meeting of all the gazetted rank officers and Station House Officers (SHOs) in Hoshiarpur and SBS Nagar to review the status of stubble burning in their areas.

The Special DGP urged farmers to cooperate and not put matchstick on crop residue, which will not only lead to deterioration of the environment but will also affect the health of children.

He said that depending on the area and size of the Police Station, a sufficient number of additional patrolling parties are already activated, while, flying squads have also been keeping vigil on stubble burning. Strict legal action will be taken against violators, he reiterated.

Meanwhile, Spl DGP Arpit Shukla accompanied by SSP Hoshiarpur Sartaj Singh Chahal also visited the venue of a rally, scheduled to be held on November 18, to review the security arrangements.

Monday, November 13, 2023

A total of 23 patients came to the Advanced Eye Centre

 13th November 2023 at 18:07

Youngest victim of crackers was 6 years old

Chandigarh: 13th November 2023: (Karthika Kalyani Singh//Punjab Screen)::

Advanced Eye Centre PGIMER Chandigarh remained active and alert during this Diwali also. PGI staff saved many injured persons by providing the quick medical help and required services. In view of the Diwali Festival and anticipation of many emergencies due to cracker injuries, the Advanced Eye Centre, PGIMER has made an elaborate arrangement to meet and provide immediate treatment to the patients reporting to the PGIMER. 13th November 2023 at 18:07

The department has doctors and staffs on special emergency duty round the clock at the Advance Eye Centre PGIMER, Chandigarh from the morning of 11-11-2023 to 14-11-2023 (8 am) to attend the patients on arrival. 

A total of 23 patients came to the Advanced Eye Centre on 11-11-2023  (8 AM) to 13-11-2023 (8 AM) with alleged history of fire crackers injuries in 48 hours. There were 18 males and 5 females, of theses 10 were age 14 years and the youngest being 6 years old. There were 14 patients from Tricity (Chandigarh-10 Mohali 1 and PKL- 2) and rest from the neighboring states of Punjab (3), Haryana (6), Himachal Pradesh (2). Thirteen patients were bystanders and rest 10 were bursting crackers themselves. 

Out of 23 patients 7 eyes have open globe injuries and needed emergency surgeries. 16 had closed globe injuries and 13 of these have serious injuries.  Rest 3 out of 23 have either minor injuries or skin injuries and were managed conservatively. We have comparative data of previous 3 years and we feel it was comparatively lesser cases in this Diwali 2023.