The Fact News Service
Chandigarh/ SAS Nagar, March 8
Punjab Cabinet Minister and the state president of Aam Aadmi Party Aman Arora, on Saturday, inaugurated two-day ENT Surgical Conclave-2025 organised by the Department of ENT, Head and Neck Surgery at Fortis Hospital, Mohali. The conclave highlighted the latest advancements in Robotic-Aided surgery for the treatment of Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) disorders and head & neck cancer surgeries.
While addressing on the occasion, the Chief Guest Mr. Aman Arora lauded the medical fraternity, especially ENT specialists for their dedication to advancing healthcare in Punjab.
“This conclave represents the kind of innovation and knowledge-sharing that is essential for our healthcare system to progress. Our doctors are the backbone of our healthcare infrastructure and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government is committed to supporting such initiatives that enhance medical expertise and ultimately benefit our citizens”, said the Cabinet Minister, adding that the advancements in Robotic-Aided surgery being discussed here today will significantly improve the quality of health care.
Conceptualized by Dr. Ashok Gupta, Director, Head, ENT, Fortis Hospital Mohali, the surgical conclave was organized in collaboration with the All-India Rhinology Society and the Punjab Medical Council. The event witnessed the presence of renowned otolaryngologists and welcomed more than 200 delegates, including junior and senior residents from various medical colleges across the country.
Talking about the conclave, Dr. Ashok Gupta said, “The conclave focused on the latest advancements in otorhinolaryngology and the use of robot-aided surgery in the treatment of ENT disorders and head & neck cancer surgeries.” The conclave also showcased Live Surgery sessions, one-to-one interaction with the operating faculty, panel discussions, poster presentations and a quiz.
Echoing a similar view, Dr. Anuragini Gupta, Consultant ENT, said, “The aim of organizing the conference was to train ENT specialist doctors to revolutionize and learn the latest advancements in otorhinolaryngology.”
Padmashree awardee Prof. (Dr.) JM Hans, Dr. Neha Sharma, Dr. Rishav Kumar, Dr. KR Meghanadh, Dr. Rajiniganth MG, Dr. Mohnish Grover and Dr. Gaurav Gupta were also present on the occasion.
