BGS Medical College and Hospital Hosts 28th National Neonatology Forum South East Zone Nurses Quiz
The Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology at BGS Medical College and Hospital, in prestigious collaboration with the National Neonatology Forum, successfully hosted the twenty eighth Zonal Level Nurses Quiz for the South East Zone on October 25, 2026. Held at the Medical Education Unit Hall within the BGS MCH campus in Nagarur, Bengaluru, the event served as a significant intellectual platform for nursing professionals to demonstrate their clinical expertise in neonatology and pediatric care. The competition brought together elite nursing teams from across the region, fostering an environment of academic excellence and professional camaraderie.
Preparation for the event was characterized by meticulous institutional support and hospitality. BGS Medical College and Hospital provided overnight accommodations for outstation participants arriving from Vijayawada and Davanagere, ensuring all competitors were well rested for the intensive academic challenge. The proceedings commenced with a formal registration process where participants from various medical institutions gathered to finalize their team allocations through a transparent selection process. This set the stage for a day of rigorous intellectual engagement and high level clinical problem solving.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished academic leaders, including Dr. K. S. Gangadhara, Dean and Principal of BGS MCH, and Dr. Krishnamurthy V. R., Chief of Hospital. Dr. Sahana Devadas, acting as the Zonal Coordinator and Professor of Neonatology, delivered the welcome address, emphasizing the critical role of specialized nursing knowledge in improving neonatal outcomes. The event was further supported by Dr. Ramesh M, Professor and Head of the Department of Pediatrics, and Nursing Superintendent Anand R, who oversaw the proceedings to ensure adherence to the highest professional standards.
The competition was conducted under the strict governance of National Neonatology Forum guidelines. Dr. Supreeth Prasad N. R. facilitated the quiz rounds, while Dr. Madhuchandan served as the subject matter expert and arbitrator, providing essential technical clarifications during the more complex clinical scenarios. A dedicated team of scorers, timers, and volunteers ensured the smooth execution of the rounds, which tested the participants on a wide range of neonatal care protocols and pediatric emergencies. The audience, composed primarily of nursing officers from the host institution, provided spirited support for the competing teams.
Following a highly competitive series of rounds, the team from Baptist Hospital, Bengaluru, emerged as the winners, demonstrating exceptional proficiency and quick thinking. They were closely followed by the first runner up team from JJM Medical College, Davanagere, and the second runner up team from St. Philomenas Hospital, Bangalore. By securing the top position, the representatives from Baptist Hospital have earned the honor of representing the South East Zone at the National Level Quiz during the upcoming National Neonatology Conference.
The event concluded with a formal valedictory ceremony sponsored by Himalaya Botanique. Trophies, certificates, and tokens of appreciation were distributed to the winners and participants by the dignitaries. The organizers extended their gratitude to the management of Adichunchanagiri University and BGS Medical College and Hospital for their unwavering support. The successful completion of this zonal quiz underscores the commitment of BGS MCH to advancing nursing education and excellence in neonatal healthcare across the country.
