The Departments of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology, SRM Medical College Hospital & Research Centre (SRMMCHRC), SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, organised a two-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme on Contemporary Breast Cancer Management on October 30 and 31, 2026, as part of SRM Pink October 2026, observed during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
The CME was inaugurated on October 30 at the Hippocrates Auditorium, SRM Medical College Building, Kattankulathur. Centred on the theme Preserve • Reshape • De-escalate • Optimise, the programme brought together eminent medical experts, specialists and academicians to discuss recent advancements, evolving treatment approaches and multidisciplinary perspectives in breast cancer management.
Dr. Shashanka Mohan Bose, Chairman, Academic Committee, Council of NAMS, and former Senior Professor and Head of the Department of Surgery, PGI, Chandigarh, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. R. Jayanthi, Dean (Medical), SRMMCHRC, emphasised the importance of community awareness and early detection of breast cancer, urging everyone to become social ambassadors for the cause and encourage regular self-breast examination.
Dr. R. Venkatraman, Medical Superintendent, SRMMCHRC, highlighted the institution’s commitment to expanding breast cancer screening initiatives across SRM IST faculties and employees to strengthen awareness and promote access to appropriate screening methods.
The inaugural programme also featured an expert session by Dr. Veda Padma Priya, Senior Consultant, Breast Oncology, MGM Cancer Institute, Chennai, on Shaping the Breast: The Art & Science of Oncoplastic Surgery – Masterclass & Demonstration.
The two-day scientific programme featured expert lectures, surgical video masterclasses, multidisciplinary discussions and evidence-based updates covering locally advanced breast cancer, breast conservation, oncoplastic surgery, surgical techniques and axillary de-escalation strategies.
Through SRM Pink October 2026, SRMMCHRC reaffirms its commitment to advancing medical education, promoting community awareness, encouraging early detection and strengthening comprehensive, patient-centred breast cancer care.
