The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at KIMS held a successful continuing medical education (CME) event to mark “PCOS Awareness Month,” attended by 120 gynaecologists from across Odisha. The event featured notable speakers and insightful discussions aimed at enhancing understanding of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
The CME was inaugurated by Major Gen. Dr. P.K. Pattnaik, Senior Advisor to KIMS; Brig. Dr. A.P. Mohanty, Principal of KIMS; AVM Dr. R.C. Das, MS KIMS; and Prof. Dr. G.D. Sahu, Ex-Dean of IMS. The proceedings began with a Ganesh Vandana performed by postgraduate students from the O&G Department, followed by a welcome address by Prof. Dr. J. Panda, Head of the Department.
Prof. Dr. S.K. Rath introduced the topic of PCOS, setting the stage for a series of expert presentations. Dr. S. M. Rehmon discussed the relationship between “PCOS and Infertility,” while Dr. Sujata Kar contrasted “Lean vs. Obese PCOS.” Prof. P.C. Mohapatra delivered a thought-provoking talk on moving “from confusion to consensus” regarding PCOS.
A dynamic panel discussion was moderated by Prof. Dr. Manasi Patnaik and Prof. Dr. Mousumi Acharya, featuring experts including Prof. Dr. P. Jena from KIMS and Prof. Dr. S. Mishra from PGIMER, along with panellists from various medical colleges, including Prof. Dr. S. Mohanty from Hitech Medical College; Prof. Dr. S. Avasthi, IMS; Dr. S. Samantroy, KIMS; Prof. Dr. S. Das, IMS; Dr. A. Nayak, BBSR and Dr. Ipsita Mohapatra, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
The event also included an engaging quiz competition for postgraduate students from seven medical colleges, organized by Dr. Banya Das and Dr. Leenakshi Garg. The CME concluded with a vote of thanks from Prof. Dr. M. Patnaik, marking a successful day of learning and collaboration among medical professionals focused on raising awareness about PCOS.