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Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Workshop organised by department of pediatrics

Published on: November 23, 2023

Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Workshop organised by department of pediatrics, under IAP NRP FGM project

Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Workshop was organised by department of pediatrics, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences under the IAP NRP FGM project on 19th November 2023. The Workshop witnessed active participation from 35 dedicated participants, from all over Garhwal region, 6 esteemed faculty members, and 3 keen observers. Inaugurating the workshop, special guest Dr Vipin Vaish and state coordinator Dr Alpa Gupta provided a comprehensive overview of the workshop’s significance.

The participants, comprising neonatologists, pediatricians, and nurses, and obstetricians expressed unanimous appreciation for the workshop’s practical approach and hands-on training. They highlighted the importance of real-life simulations, which enhanced their skills in managing critical neonatal situations. Feedback suggested that the interactive sessions fostered a dynamic learning environment, allowing participants to exchange experiences and learn from diverse perspectives.

The workshop’s success owes much to the exceptional contributions of the experienced faculty comprising Prof B P Kalra, Prof Anil Rawat, Dr Sanober Wasim, Dr Vishal Kaushik and Dr Rakesh Kumar. The faculty facilitated engaging discussions, shared clinical experiences, and provided constructive feedback during simulated resuscitation scenarios. Participants lauded the faculty’s ability to blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills, creating a holistic learning experience.

The three observers, Dr Neerul Pandita, Dr Shantanu Shubham and Dr Ashok Garg who will act as future faculty praised the workshop’s structured curriculum. They emphasized how observing the faculty and participants in action enhanced their understanding of neonatal resuscitation techniques, offering them a unique learning opportunity to complement their theoretical knowledge.

These workshops play a critical role of ongoing education in improving patient outcomes as the workshop is focussed on practical skills.

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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.