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International Conference on

Basic to future on Management of spinal cord injury

December 16, 2023 Hotel Savera, Chennai

We cordially invite you all, to this study day of Basics to future in SCI. This is part of the Vallamai trust foundation initiative, in quest of innovative and excellent technologies, to find a solution and cure for people affected with SCI and other chronic neurological problems.

With knowledge sharing we can achieve excellence, perfection and high quality of care. We have emminent speakers with in-depth knowledge & expertise in the treatment of Spinal Cord Injuries. We are hoping to bridge the knowledge gap and build awareness of the latest technologies available to treat patient with spinal cord injuries.

About the Conference

This conference is unique in having Neurosurgeons, Neuro Physicians, Rehabilitation Specialists, Psychiatrists, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, who are all involved in treating patients with SCI and giving them the best possible chance to recover and live life to the fullest. Join in, Register and be part of Research and Innovation in SCI

Who can attend this conference?

Health care professionals interested in learning about Management of Spinal Cord Injury , Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Trainees/Consultants , Neurology Trainees , Medical Interns and Residents , Physiotherapists , Physicians , Occupational Therapists

Embrace the moment, make it count :The Event Inauguration at 10:30 AM

Chief Guest

Gagandeep Singh Bedi, IAS

Gagandeep Singh Bedi, IAS

Principal Secretary to Government Health & Family Welfare Department
R. Lakshmi Narasiman

R. Lakshmi Narasiman

Professor & HOD, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, SRIHER, Porur, Chennai

Guests of Honour

Dr. Aravindan

Dr. Aravindan

Executive Director & Co Fonder Kauvery Hospitals, Alwarpet, Chennai
Dr. Ezhilan Naganathan, MD

Dr. Ezhilan Naganathan, MD

MLA & State Planning Commission
Dr. Thirunavukarasu

Dr. Thirunavukarasu

Director & Professor, MMC, Govt. Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine

Lighting of Lamp

Mrs. Sathyavathi Arumugam

Mrs. Sathyavathi Arumugam

Mrs. Sudha Panchapakesan

Mrs. Sudha Panchapakesan

Mrs. Vimal

Mrs. Vimal

Panel Chair

Dr. S. Sunder, MD

Dr. S. Sunder, MD

Clinical lead & Director, Rehab Centre, MIOT International
R. Srinivasan

R. Srinivasan

Head of Department , Dept. of Physiotherapy, Govt. Royapettah Hospital, Chennai
Dr. B. Shibu, MBBS, MD, FNR

Dr. B. Shibu, MBBS, MD, FNR

Consultant Physiatrist, Poovanthi Rehabilitation Institute, Madurai
S. Shanthi, BPT, MI, AP

S. Shanthi, BPT, MI, AP

VP, TN Govt. Physiotherapist Association, Senior Physiotherapist Gr-I, Govt. College of Physiotherapy, Trichy
Don't Miss a Thing

Conference Schedule, Speakers & Topics

December 16, 2023


08:30 AM
Dr. Balamurugan S

Overview of SCI

Dr. Balamurugan S

MS | MCh (Neurosurgery) | FNS (Japan) Professor of Neurosurgery, Madras Medical College, Chennai


09:00 AM
Dr. Anand Swamy

Optimising Functional Outcomes post SCI - The Psychological Impacts

Dr. Anand Swamy

MBBS MRC Psych, FRANZCP, Executive Director of Mental Health Services, Hunter New England Health District, New South Wales, Australia


09:30 AM
Dr. Gobinathan Chandran

Epidural Stimualtion in SCI Rehabilitation

Dr. Gobinathan Chandran

Consultant Rehabilitative Medicine, National University Hospital Singapore


10:00 AM
Mr. Suresh Ramaswamy

Practical Applications of Electrical Stimulation in spinal injury & beyond

Mr. Suresh Ramaswamy

Head of rehab department & Senior Principal Physiotherapist Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital (IHH Healthcare) Singapore


10:30 AM
Inauguration

Inauguration + Welcome Address fn Agenda of
Vallamai Foundation + Chief Guest Address


11:00 AM
Break

Coffee Break


11:15 AM
Dr. Ramasubramanian

Pressure Mapping

Latest Research & Practical Implication

Dr. Ramasubramanian

Lead Physiotherapist, Amar Seva Sangam, Ayikudy, India


11:45 AM
Dr. Augustin Amal Raj

Wheel Chair Transfer Skills

Dr. Augustin Amal Raj

BOT- Tutor, CMC Vellore, Occupational therapy unit PMR


12:15 PM
Mr. Samson

Getting the Right Wheelchair

Mr. Samson

Lead Clinical Trainer & Research Professional, National Center for Assistive Technology, IIT Madras


12:45 PM
Break

Lunch Break


01:15 PM
Dr. Vijayapriya Arumugam

What should a community do?

To Reduce the Incidence of Spinal Cord Injury

Dr. Vijayapriya Arumugam

MBBS, MRCPCH, CCT - Community Child health, Director Braintree Specilaity Clinics, Chennai


01:40 PM
Dr. G. Avinash

Personal Experience of a Spinal Cord Injury Survivor

What should health profession be aware of?

Dr. G. Avinash

MBBS


02:00 PM
R. Vijayalakshmi

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Spinal Cord Injury

A Physiotherapist’s Perspective

R. Vijayalakshmi

Bpt. Dgc Miap, Diploma In Geriatric Care, President Tamil Nadu Government Physiotherapist Association


02:20 PM
Dr. Sumitha Gounden

Spasticity Assessment and Management

Dr. Sumitha Gounden

Rehabilitation Physician, Rehabilitation Medical Director at Orange Health Services, Australia


02:50 PM
Dr. Ravi Ranganathan

Role of Physiotherapist to reduce client & care giver anxieties pre & post discharge from acute care

Dr. Ravi Ranganathan

Director Pain & Stroke Rehab Centre


03:15 PM
Break

Tea Break


03:30 PM
Mr. Ranjith Mahamani

Advanced Technologies in SCI rehab

Mr. Ranjith Mahamani

Founder & Lead, Neurological Physiotherapist of Consult Physio. Ltd. East of England, United Kingdom


04:00 PM
Dr. S. Emmanuel Rajan

S1: Bed Mobility-0 to Walking S2: Practical Workshop Spinal Injury Assessment and Outcome Measures

Hands on Experience in Assessment Learning

Dr. S. Emmanuel Rajan

MPT ( Neurology) Senior PT Associate NTUC Health Singapore


07:00 PM
Dr. Wendy Warfield

Functional Electrical Stimulation

Dr. Wendy Warfield

MHA, OTR/L Director of Clinical Education, Restorative Therapies, State of Maryland USA


07:30 PM
Break

Vote of Thanks & Dinner

Registration Information
REGISTRATION PROCESS

ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

Limited to first 75 delegates only

COURSE REGISTRATION FEES

INR (₹2000.00)

Please register for the conference by clicking the button below to fill out the form. Use the QR code on the right to complete your payment.

BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS

Braintree Speciality Clinics

ACCOUNT NUMBER

6809379542

IFSC CODE

IDIB000M163

Scan the QR for Payment

Event Location

Hotel Savera, Chennai

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