The Department of Anaesthesiology celebrated World Anaesthesia Day 2026 on 15 October 2026 with an academic programme focused on enhancing clinical knowledge and promoting academic excellence among postgraduate students and faculty members.
The programme was conducted in the esteemed presence of Prof. Dr. R. Venkataraman, Medical Superintendent, and Prof. Dr. Gayathri B., Head of the Department of Anaesthesiology, along with distinguished professors, faculty members, and postgraduate students. The event was organised under the guidance of Prof. Dr. C. R. Saravanan, Convenor; Prof. Dr. K. Karthik, Co-Convenor; and Dr. Sujina Hermin A., Assistant Professor and Organising Secretary.
The programme commenced at 9:50 AM with a formal inauguration and the rendition of Tamil Thai Vazhthu. The Chief Guest, Dr. P. C. Vijayakumar, Director – Academics, Chief Anaesthesiologist and Critical Care Physician, Sooriya Hospital, Chennai, was warmly welcomed by Prof. Dr. Gayathri B., Head of the Department.
Dr. Chandhinie, Assistant Professor, introduced the Chief Guest and highlighted his professional achievements and extensive experience in anaesthesiology and critical care, setting the stage for an enriching academic session.
The highlight of the celebration was an expert lecture delivered by Dr. P. C. Vijayakumar on “Clinical Nutrition in the Perioperative Period and ICU.” The session commenced at 10:00 AM and extended over three hours, providing valuable insights into the role of nutrition in perioperative care and intensive care management.
The lecture emphasised the importance of nutritional assessment, early intervention, individualised nutritional planning, and appropriate nutritional support in improving patient recovery and clinical outcomes. It also highlighted the integration of nutritional care into routine anaesthetic practice and critical care management, encouraging postgraduate students to adopt a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to patient care.
A postgraduate quiz programme was organised for students of Anaesthesiology and other departments, providing an engaging platform to assess clinical knowledge, encourage interdisciplinary learning, and strengthen the application of theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
The interactive session fostered academic participation, critical thinking, and a spirit of healthy competition among the postgraduate trainees, reinforcing the importance of continuous learning and professional development.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Sujina Hermin A., Assistant Professor and Organising Secretary. She expressed her sincere gratitude to the Medical Superintendent, the Head of the Department, the Chief Guest, the Convenor, the Co-Convenor, faculty members, and postgraduate students for their valuable contributions and active participation in making the event a success.
The celebration of World Anaesthesia Day 2026 was a meaningful academic initiative by the Department of Anaesthesiology. The expert lecture on clinical nutrition, complemented by the postgraduate quiz programme, underscored the importance of evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous professional development in anaesthesia and critical care.
The event successfully provided a platform for academic enrichment and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to excellence in anaesthesia education, perioperative medicine, and critical care.
