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JAMMU: The official brochure for the First J&K Orthodontic Symposium was unveiled on Friday at the Department of Orthodontics, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College (IGGDC) Jammu.
The unveiling, attended by key members of the organising committee including Dr. Akshay Gupta, Organising Chairman and HOD Orthodontics IGGDC, Dr. Rishabh Gupta, Dr Rohit Gupta, Dr. Aseem Sharma, Dr Monika Koul, Dr. Simran Kour, Dr. Tanushree Sharma, and other distinguished members of the Jammu Orthodontic Study Group (JOSG).
This has officially initiated the countdown to the first J&K Orthodontic Symposium scheduled for November 25 and 26 at the Hotel Radisson Blu in Jammu.
Event is exclusive for Orthodontists which is a specialised branch of dentistry addressing the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.
With a focus on bringing together over 150 specialist orthodontists and PG students from across the country, from more than 20 premier dental institutions.
The symposium’s brochure offers a preview of two days exhaustive and comprehensive scientific program designed for both experienced orthodontists, emerging professionals and post graduate students of orthodontics. Activities include a spectrum of engaging sessions such as guest lectures, research paper presentations, panel discussions, poster sessions, plenary sessions and hands-on courses, promising an intellectually stimulating experience.
This symposium will also provide a vibrant platform for young orthodontists and postgraduate students of the region to showcase their clinical and research work.
First of its kind, a dedicated and advanced trade area is planned as part of the symposium, providing sponsors and traders with a platform to showcase latest developments in the field of orthodontics.
The symposium boasts an impressive lineup of various distinguished speakers from the most prestigious institutions of the country.
Figures such as Dr. Ritu Duggal, Chief of CDER at AIIMS New Delhi, Dr. S. P. Singh, Professor of Dentistry at PGI Chandigarh, Dr. G. K. Singh, HOD Orthodontics at KGMC Lucknow and Dr. Jayesh Rahalkar, President of IOS, Dr Sanjay Labh Honorary secretary IOS will significantly contribute to the academic dialogue.
National guest speakers, including Dr. Sreedevi from Chennai and Dr. Suryakanta Das from Orissa, will further enrich the symposium’s diverse knowledge exchange. Premier institutions, including PGI, AIIMS Delhi, KGMC Lucknow, and PG department GDC Cuttack, contribute to the symposium’s national importance.
The participation of delegates from AIIMS Jammu and AIIMS Kalyani, West Bengal, adds a pan-India touch, emphasizing the symposium’s broad reach.
Dr. Akshay Gupta, Organising Chairman of the event informed that with the theme of “Science, Serenity and Devotion- Widening the horizons for Orthodontics” Brochure also highlights about the City Of Diversity (Jammu) and vibrancy of various unsung and developing tourist spots of Jammu province with their importance of tourism potential in the region . Beyond a gathering of professionals, the J&K Orthodontic Symposium signifies a commitment to advancing dental practice and education in Jammu & Kashmir.