12th International Conference Marks Milestone in Anatomical Knowledge and Surgical Practice
Pune: The 12th International Conference of the Society of Clinical Anatomists (SOCA-2024) is scheduled to take place from April 4 to April 6, 2024, promising to be a pivotal event in the realm of clinical anatomy. The conference commenced with a pre-conference Continuing Medical Education (CME) session on ‘Anatomical Aspects of Organ Transplant’ on April 4 and will continue with the main conference sessions in the subsequent days, hosted at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital, and Research Centre.
This year’s conference theme, ‘Journey of Anatomy from Dissection Hall to Operation Theatre,’ underscores the critical transition of anatomical knowledge from theoretical learning to its practical application in surgical contexts. With a focus on showcasing advancements, research findings, and innovative practices within the field, SOCA-2024 aims to significantly contribute to both academic discourse and practical implementation in clinical anatomy. Renowned medical professionals are slated to deliver talks on pivotal topics such as anatomical and surgical facets of organ transplant, reconstructive surgeries, the utilization of 3D printing in anatomy, and brain imaging in health and disease, among other subjects.
Dr. Anil Kumar, Director of the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO), provided comprehensive insights into the ethical and legal dimensions of organ donation and transplant procedures. Emphasizing the importance of community empowerment through health promotion and prevention, Dr. Kumar highlighted the establishment of robust government multiorgan transplant centers and organ retrieval facilities in trauma centers and medical colleges as essential steps toward enhancing deceased organ and tissue donations. He further advocated for the implementation of systems for donation after circulatory death and the augmentation of swap donation initiatives to broaden the donor pool and improve transplantation standards and outcomes.
Dr. P. Vatsalaswamy, Director of Academics at Dr. DY Patil Medical College, emphasized the symbiotic relationship between anatomical knowledge and surgical innovation in pioneering medical treatment. He highlighted SOCA-2024 as a platform for not only showcasing expertise but also fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration to drive exponential improvements in teaching, learning, and the application of anatomical principles in surgical contexts.
Over the course of the three-day conference, medical professionals, students, researchers, and practitioners from diverse institutions worldwide will convene to partake in this enriching event, shaping the future landscape of clinical anatomy and surgical practice.
