Institutional Ethics Committee KIMS Organises Good Clinical Practice Workshop

On May 5, 2025

In its continuous pursuit of excellence in medical education and clinical research, the Institute Ethics Committee (IEC) of Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bhubaneswar, organized an intensive Workshop on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) on 25^th April 2025. The central aim of the workshop was to foster a deeper understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) — a critical ethical and scientific standard for the design, conduct, performance, monitoring, auditing, recording, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials that involve human participants. Upholding GCP guidelines ensures not only the credibility of clinical research data but also protects the human rights, safety, and well-being of participants.

The workshop was conducted under the visionary leadership of AVM Prof. (Dr.) Rama Chandra Das, Principal of KIMS and supported by Prof. Dr. Lalatendu Mohanty, Vice-Principal, KIMS.

The event was spearheaded by Prof. (Dr.) Alpana Mishra, Member Secretary of the InstituteEthics Committee, KIMS, whose meticulous planning and hard work ensured the success of this academic initiative.

Institutional Ethics Committee KIMS Organises Good Clinical Practice Workshop

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Prof. (Dr.) Bikash Medhi, a globally renowned figure in the field of pharmacology and clinical research, served as the keynote speaker and faculty for the workshop. Prof. Medhi has played critical roles in several national, and international regulatory and quality initiatives and leadership roles in GCP, NABH and CPCSEA standards. He is the current Chairman of the GLP Program initiated by the Government of India and serves as an Indian representative in IUPS and IUPHAR.

The committee was also privileged to have Dr. Sidhartha Giri, Scientist F, RMRC, Bhubaneswar, a distinguished academician and researcher. His multi-disciplinary expertise in microbiology, clinical research, and epidemiology added valuable perspectives to the workshop.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by Prof. (Dr.) Lalatendu Mohanty (Vice-Principal, KIMS); Prof. Dr. Manas Ranjan Behera (Medical Superintendent, KIMS); Prof. Dr.Subhransu Patra (Associate Dean, Research, KIMS); Prof. Dr. Ambika Mohanty(Director, Allied Sciences, Pharmacology and Physiotherapy)and Prof. Dr. B.N. Panda(Chairman, IEC, KIMS) along with the speakers.

The workshop featured a series of engaging and in-depth sessions, where Prof. Dr. Bikash Medhi and Dr Giri systematically explained the core elements of GCP and their practical applications. Topics included Historical evolution and importance of GCP in clinical research, Phases of Clinical Trials, Responsibilities of Investigators and Sponsors, Role of Institutional Ethics Committees (IEC) and Regulatory Bodies and Guidelines: CDSCO, ICMR guidelines, ICH-GCP, and WHO-GCP standards. Informed Consent Process, Adverse Event Reporting and other important topics were discussed. Each session was complemented with real-world case examples, interactive discussions, and participant-driven Q&A rounds, making the workshop highly engaging and informative.

Faculty members, Postgraduate students and Members of the Institutional Ethics Committee of KIMS appreciated the workshop. In her concluding address, Prof. (Dr.) Alpana Mishra thanked the guest speakers, dignitaries, Prof. (Dr.) Aparajita Priyadarshini, Alternate Member Secretary, IEC, Mr. Mamoon Rasid, staff of IEC and all attendees for their support.