23-04-2025
Midterm Urology Workshop ‘STONE 360': 19 patients operated on for kidney stone removal at AIIMS-Bathinda free of cost
The North Zone Chapter of the Urological Society of India (NZUSI) held its two-day midterm workshop, 'STONE 360', at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Bathinda on April 19-20, with the focus on clinical training, academic exchange and free surgical treatment.
Nineteen patients received free surgeries for kidney stone removal using minimally invasive procedures during the workshop, which also featured academic paper presentations and a quiz competition for students.
Inaugurating the workshop, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria said, 'AIIMS-Bathinda is making efforts to provide healthcare to poor patients.' He advised the audience to 'maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent kidney problems, including kidney stones.'
Addressing the gathering as the guest of honour, Advisor to the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) Dr Sandeep Singh Kaura said, 'Continuous skill development in healthcare is essential. Initiatives like STONE 360 support the vision of a self-reliant India by bridging clinical practice with community health.'
Dr Kawaljit Singh Kaura, Head of the Department of Urology and Kidney Transplantation, AIIMS-Bathinda, led the conference. The Urological Society of India recognised him and his team for their efforts.
Dignitaries present included Director, AIIMS-Bathinda Prof Meenu Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Baba Farid University Prof Rajiv Sood, NZUSI president Dr AK Sanwal, secretary Dr Rishi Nayyar and Dean Academics Dr Akhilesh Pathak.
