Rheumatology Conference Highlights Advances in Treatment Methodologies
The Clinical Rheumatology Conference (CRC) 2024, a two-day event held at KIMS Hospitals in Secunderabad, concluded successfully. Over 400 rheumatologists from across the country gathered to discuss advanced treatment methodologies for rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, making it a comprehensive and enriching experience for attendees.
The conference was inaugurated by Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, CMD of KIMS Hospitals, and Dr. Minu Bajpai, Executive Director of the National Board of Examinations. Led by Dr. Sarath Chandra Mouli Veeravalli as the organizing secretary and Dr. Molly Thabah as the scientific chair, CRC2024 emphasized case-based discussions, providing valuable insights into the most challenging cases handled by experienced rheumatologists.
The conference introduced an image competition, which received an overwhelming response, and a rheumatology quiz for trainees, fostering engagement and knowledge-sharing among young rheumatologists. These initiatives aimed to deepen understanding and promote collaboration within the rheumatology community.
A significant highlight of CRC2024 was the submission of 260 case abstracts from across India, showcasing the country's extensive research in rheumatology. The event emphasized the importance of public awareness about rheumatological diseases and the need for continued advancements in patient care.
Dr. Minu Bajpai praised the success of CRC2024 and highlighted the innovative format that focused on interactive patient case scenarios. He noted the impact of rheumatological diseases on individuals across all strata of society and emphasized the need for technology literacy among clinicians.
Dr. Sarath Chandra Mouli Veeravalli expressed enthusiasm for the conference's success and the active participation of rheumatologists nationwide. He emphasized the value of exchanging knowledge and discussing challenging cases to further the understanding of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
Overall, CRC2024 served as a platform for networking, education, and collaboration among rheumatologists, driving progress in research and treatment methodologies for rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
The conference was inaugurated by Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, CMD of KIMS Hospitals, and Dr. Minu Bajpai, Executive Director of the National Board of Examinations. Led by Dr. Sarath Chandra Mouli Veeravalli as the organizing secretary and Dr. Molly Thabah as the scientific chair, CRC2024 emphasized case-based discussions, providing valuable insights into the most challenging cases handled by experienced rheumatologists.
The conference introduced an image competition, which received an overwhelming response, and a rheumatology quiz for trainees, fostering engagement and knowledge-sharing among young rheumatologists. These initiatives aimed to deepen understanding and promote collaboration within the rheumatology community.
A significant highlight of CRC2024 was the submission of 260 case abstracts from across India, showcasing the country's extensive research in rheumatology. The event emphasized the importance of public awareness about rheumatological diseases and the need for continued advancements in patient care.
Dr. Minu Bajpai praised the success of CRC2024 and highlighted the innovative format that focused on interactive patient case scenarios. He noted the impact of rheumatological diseases on individuals across all strata of society and emphasized the need for technology literacy among clinicians.
Dr. Sarath Chandra Mouli Veeravalli expressed enthusiasm for the conference's success and the active participation of rheumatologists nationwide. He emphasized the value of exchanging knowledge and discussing challenging cases to further the understanding of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
Overall, CRC2024 served as a platform for networking, education, and collaboration among rheumatologists, driving progress in research and treatment methodologies for rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
