“From Cells to Safety: The Cervical Cancer Initiative” – National Pathology Day 2025
Conducted by: Department of Pathology, BGSMCH, Nagarur
Date: 15th April 2025
Time: 11:00 AM onwards
Venue: Lecture Hall 1, Basement 1, BGSMCH
Introduction
To commemorate National Pathology Day 2025 under the theme “Pathology is Vital”, the Department of Pathology, BGSMCH organized an engaging event titled “From Cells to Safety: The Cervical Cancer Initiative”. The program aimed to raise awareness about cervical cancer and emphasize the crucial role of pathology in healthcare.
Chief Guests
- Dr. K. S. Gangadhara, Principal cum Dean, BGSMCH
- Dr. Krishnamurthy V. R., Chief of Hospital, BGSMCH
Their inspiring words highlighted the significance of early diagnosis and preventive health initiatives .
Programme Highlights
Expert Talks:
- Dr. Indumati, Associate Professor, Dept of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, delivered an informative session on “Cervical Cancer Screening & Prevention: Guidelines & Recommendations”.
- Dr. Vani Ravikumar, Consultant Pathologist, RV Metropolis Diagnostic and Healthcare Centre, Bangalore, explained “Interpretation of Pap Smear & Further Investigations”.
- Dr. Ramesh, Professor and HOD, Dept of Paediatrics, BGSMCH, spoke about “Importance of HPV Vaccination & Cervical Cancer Prevention”.
Each talk was followed by interactive Q&A sessions, fostering a deeper understanding among the attendees.
Special Activities
- Prize Distribution: Winners of the Pathology Open Puzzles (POP) competition were felicitated with prizes, encouraging participation and academic enthusiasm among faculty.
- Awareness video : in English and Kannada on Cervical cancer screening was released on institutional social media handles to increase outreach. https://youtu.be/TE-o1kitKMQ?si=Go3xxXCAFsz2-zxr . https://youtu.be/URkslOatqu0?si=_HUROD23fJCcQkIP
Conclusion
The event was a grand success, with active participation from faculty members of BGSMCH, BGSVINS, AMC, and BGSVIPT. The sessions provided valuable insights into preventive pathology and underscored the importance of early cancer screening.
