International Conference on ECMO and Critical Care
Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, in collaboration with the ECMO Society of India and the Society of Emergency Medicine, organized a two-day conference and training session on advanced critical care and ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation). The event took place at Hotel Westin, Mind Space, Hyderabad.
Participation and Certification
As per the press release, more than 100 ECMO experts from across India and around the world participated in the training sessions. Additionally, 300 trainee doctors from various parts of India attended and received certification upon completion of the program.
Importance of ECMO in Critical Care
ECMO is a specialized medical device used for critically ill patients suffering from severe heart and lung conditions. Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, is a high-volume ECMO center recognized by ELSO (Extracorporeal Life Support Organization), an international body that certifies ECMO centers.
Key Speakers and Leadership Insights
Prominent leaders from Apollo Hospitals addressed the gathering, including:
- Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group
- Mr. V. Tejesvi Rao, CEO, Apollo Hospital Telangana Region
- Dr. K. Subba Reddy, HOD, Critical Care Medicine, and Associate Director, Medical Services, Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills
Addressing the Growing Challenge of Non-Communicable Diseases
Dr. Sangita Reddy highlighted that non-communicable diseases have surpassed communicable diseases in prevalence. She emphasized the importance of early detection, stating that many of these conditions are preventable if diagnosed in time. She also mentioned that Apollo Hospitals’ Pro-Health service plays a crucial role in early disease detection. Furthermore, she reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to innovation and providing world-class healthcare that is accessible to all.
Recognition of ECMO Excellence
Dr. K. Subba Reddy spoke about the significant success of ECMO services at Apollo Hospitals. He noted that the hospital’s outstanding ECMO outcomes were highly appreciated during the recent assessment by the Joint Commission International (JCI).