Chennai, July 2024: Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre (DMDSC), a world-class centre for diabetes today inaugurated its 11th Edition of Dr. Mohan’s International Diabetes Update at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai. The three-day mega event was inaugurated by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Honourable Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) at the Ministry of Science and Technology & Ministry of Earth Sciences. On this prestigious occasion, Dr. Jitendra Singh was conferred the DMDSC Lifetime Contribution Award in recognition of his exemplary dedication to advancing diabetology and improving diabetes care and for his services to the nation.
In addition to the award ceremony the conference saw the launch of the 2nd edition of Dr. Mohan’s Atlas of Indian Foods and the 7th edition of Dr. Mohan’s Handbook of Diabetes Mellitus. The updated Atlas offers essential nutritional data for diverse Indian foods, enhancing dietary research and assessment. Meanwhile, the Diabetes Handbook remains an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, providing up-to-date insights to advance their diabetes management practices.
The eleventh edition of the conference will oversee the participation of more than 160 faculty members from across the globe sharing and discussing their insights on diabetes care and management. This year, the landmark event comprised key sessions in the form of symposia discussing recent research insights and trends on various significant topics like Prevention and treatment of Diabetes, GLP-1 inhibitors, Diabetes and Nutrition, Sexual Dysfunction linked to Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Elderly Care and Diabetes linked to Obesity, etc. coupled with some interesting workshops on insulin management and foot care followed by panel discussion and oration by esteemed and distinguished scientists in the field of diabetes research.
The conference witnessed several eminent clinicians and scientists as well as 15 international faculty from globally acclaimed institutions like Harvard Medical School, NHS Foundation of Birmingham, Nanyang Technological University – Singapore, Florida International University, University School of Exeter and Imperial College of London and Baker Institute of Diabetes, Melbourne. Over 160 national faculty from well-known medical institutions all over India also participated as delegates in this prestigious confluence of the best minds in the field of diabetes research.
Dr. V. Mohan, Organizing Chairman of the Diabetes Update and Chairman of Dr. Mohan’s Group of Diabetes Institutions, remarked, “The 11th edition of Dr. Mohan’s International Diabetes Update continues to build on our tradition of excellence by offering physicians and scientists the most current insights and advancements in diabetes care. Each year, this conference solidifies its reputation as a pivotal event in the diabetes community in enriching academic experience. We empower attendees with the latest knowledge and tools to enhance patient care and drive progress in the field.”
Appreciating the efforts taken by Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Group of Institutions by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Honourable Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) at the Ministry of Science and Technology & Ministry of Earth Sciences expressed “I am delighted to inaugurate the 11th edition of Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes International Update for the monumental undertaking in bringing together top experts from leading institutions. On behalf of the Government of India, I congratulate the entire team of Madras Diabetes Research Foundation led by Dr. V. Mohan, Chairman for placing India on the world map of diabetes research. I am sure this conference serves as a crucial platform for advancing diabetes healthcare through in-depth knowledge sharing and interdisciplinary collaboration.”
Dr. R.M. Anjana, Member of the Organizing Committee and Managing Director of Dr. Mohan’s Group of Diabetes Institutions, stated, “The Diabetes Update features a lineup of esteemed experts from India and around the world. The program as always has promised to deliver a comprehensive academic experience, with a range of orations, symposia, and workshops that highlight the latest advances in diabetes management and prevention.”
Dr. Ranjit Unnikrishnan, Member of the Organizing Committee and Vice Chairman of Dr. Mohan’s Group of Diabetes Institutions, highlighted, “With over 4000 delegates and more than 160 leading experts from around the globe participating, this will be an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to engage with the latest concepts, exchange groundbreaking ideas, and deepen their understanding of diabetes management. “
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