13th National Conference on Health Professions Education – 2022

Published on: June 6, 2022

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The key to stay relevant, especially in today’s age that is gradually shifting from technologically – aided to technologically – dependent, is to stay up-to-date with the latest developments of the day without losing the human connect that has been the foundation of both education as well as our profession. Though the rollout of CBME curriculum is only a fraction of the colossal change witnessed in the field of medical education and health care over centuries, but the baseline remains the same. Am I connected to my task, my belief and to people who trust me ? The recent COVID pandemic brought a series of changes in our lives, including those in medical education. It fast forwarded our access and dependence on technology in an unprecedented way. The teaching-learning process shifted to the virtual space, making us more technology – dependent. This shift has led us to think about refining the art of human interaction so as to nurture the human connect, which is undeniably the first step in the learning cycle.

Nestled in the lap of shivalik ranges of the Himalayas, the land of H. H. Swami Rama is a perfect example of a blend of spirituality and modern science. Our founder, H. H. Swami Rama, through his life and philosophy, explored the vast potential of the human body and mind. He is a Guru who connects with us even today, beyond time and space, through his ideology, making subsequent learning a transformative experience. Inspired by his faith in the vast potential of human connect, be it in teaching or healing, we chose our theme for NCHPE 2022.

Theme: Preserving the Human Connect in an Era of Technological Advancements in Medicine.

We invite you to NCHPE at Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University in collaboration with Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) and Academy of Health Professions Educators (AHPE).

Besides the academic excursions, you can also plan to come to Doon a few days in advance to explore the cities on banks of Ganges, like Rishikesh, Haridwar or the numerous treks in Himalayas, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti, and even further to chopta.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.