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The Hindu
19-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Conference on latest techniques in Hernia surgery held
Around 150 surgeons and specialists participated in Hernia Fiesta 25, a conference on 'minimal access hernia surgery' in Puducherry on Saturday. Organised by GEM Hospital, in collaboration with the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), the conference witnessed live hernia surgeries using minimal access techniques. The live procedures were transmitted real-time to the conference hall, providing valuable learning experience to the delegates. The panel discussions were led by 20 laparoscopic and hernia surgeons from Jipmer, GEM and other medical institutions, a release here said. Founder and Chairman of GEM Hospitals C. Palanivelu said the conference focused on laparoscopic, robotic-assisted and enhanced recovery protocols for hernia treatment. 'The conference was aimed at trying to update the surgeons on the recent innovations in the field, to train the new surgeons in laparoscopic hernia surgery, to try and answer the doubts that are encountered in day-to-day practice and to deal with unexpected scenarios,' he said. Director and Chief Surgeon of GEM Hospitals P. Senthilnathan said the holding of the conference in Puducherry has underlined it's growing role as a hub for medical education and training while reaffirming the ASI's commitment for advancing safe surgical practices across the country.
The Hindu
10-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Japanese Association for Thoracic Surgery honours GEM Hospitals chairman
The Japanese Association for Thoracic Surgery (JATS) has announced that C. Palanivelu, chairman and founder of GEM Hospitals, will be awarded the Foreign Honorary Membership and Lifetime Achievement Award at its 78th annual scientific meeting, scheduled to be held in Osaka, Japan, from October 23 to 25. According to a press release, every year, JATS recognises one distinguished overseas surgeon whose contributions have influenced thoracic surgery in Japan. This year, the association is honouring Dr. Palanivelu for his pioneering work in laparoscopic oesophageal surgery that has significantly impacted surgical practices across Japan. He had performed thoracoscopic esophagectomy in the prone position, an approach that was first published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons in 2006. Dr. Palanivelu has also been invited to deliver a keynote lecture at JATS 2025 on 'Laparoscopic/Robotic Esophagectomy: Current Trends and Future Perspective'.
