VITROS GOLIVE Launch at BGS Medical College and Hospital, Nagaruru
Introduction
The Department of Biochemistry & Laboratory Medicine, BGS Medical College and Hospital (BGSMCH), Bengaluru, a constituent college of Adichunchanagiri University, organized an Interactive Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme cum Panel Discussion on 28th April 2026 at the MEU Hall, BGSMCH, Bengaluru. The event was conducted with the dual objective of the ceremonial GoLive launch of the VITROS 5600 Integrated Analyser and an academic session on “Novel Markers & Utility Updates” across Cardiology, Diabetes/Endocrinology, Paediatrics, and Sepsis/Critical Care.
The programme brought together clinical and laboratory experts to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration and enhance understanding of advanced diagnostic technologies and their clinical applications.
Event Proceedings
The programme commenced with the ceremonial inauguration of the VITROS 5600 Integrated Analyser, marking a significant advancement in the diagnostic capabilities of the BGSMCH Central Laboratory. The inauguration was graced by Dr. Gangadhara K S, Dean cum Principal, BGSMCH; Dr. Krishnamurthy V R, Chief of Hospital; and Dr. Pradeep Kumar, RMO, BGSMCH.
From the Department of Biochemistry, Dr. Prithvi Shankar, Vice Principal and Professor & Head, and Dr. Suresh D R, Professor of Biochemistry and Director of the Central Laboratory, participated in the proceedings. Industry representatives from QuidelOrtho included Mr. Thirupathi Thota, Business Manager, and Mr. Swami Saravanan, Regional Manager for Customer Excellence.
The programme began with a welcome address by Dr. Mallikarjun Suligavi, Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry. This was followed by a detailed VITROS update presentation by the QuidelOrtho (QO) team, highlighting the expanded test menu, enabling technologies, and quality assurance features of the platform designed to improve diagnostic accuracy and reliability.
The CME sessions focused on novel diagnostic markers and their clinical utility across multiple specialties. Faculty from the Central Laboratory delivered sessions emphasizing risk stratification in cardiology, metabolic monitoring in diabetes and endocrinology, pediatric diagnostic considerations, and critical care biomarkers in sepsis management.
A key highlight of the programme was the multidisciplinary panel discussion and interactive session featuring eminent experts:
- Dr. Gireesh Panchal, Professor and Head, Department of General Medicine
- Dr. Vijay B Nagaraj, Professor and Head, Department of General Surgery
- Dr. Aby Dany Varghese, Professor, Department of Paediatrics
- Dr. M. G. Triveni, Assistant Professor, OBG and Former Director, Department of Health and Family Welfare Services, Government of Karnataka
- Dr. Prithvi Shankar, Professor & Head, Biochemistry
- Dr. Murali B M, Professor and Head, Pathology
- Dr. Gayathri Devi, Professor and Head, Microbiology
- Mr. Swami Saravanan, Regional Manager, QuidelOrtho
The discussion focused on test selection, interpretation of laboratory data, clinical decision-making pathways, and optimization of diagnostic turnaround time.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Shiva Kumar, Professor and Head, Department of Laboratory Medicine.
Key Highlights
- Successful GoLive launch of the VITROS 5600 Integrated Analyser
- CME on novel biomarkers and clinical utility updates across major specialties
- Strong interdisciplinary participation from clinical and laboratory departments
- Comprehensive QuidelOrtho presentation on advanced diagnostic capabilities
- High-level panel discussion bridging laboratory science and clinical practice
- Emphasis on evidence-based test utilization and improved patient care pathways
Conclusion
The CME programme and VITROS 5600 GoLive launch was successfully conducted, marking a significant milestone in strengthening diagnostic infrastructure and academic collaboration at BGSMCH. The event reinforced the importance of integrating advanced laboratory technologies with clinical decision-making to improve patient outcomes. The active participation of clinicians, laboratory experts, and industry partners highlighted the institution’s commitment to excellence in diagnostics, medical education, and interdisciplinary healthcare delivery.
