Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Nov 2: Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences (ASCOMS) & Hospital, Jammu, successfully concluded PHYSIOMED 2025, a premier national integrated medical conclave dedicated to the theme “Diabesity” – addressing the twin epidemics of diabetes and obesity.
The Conclave witnessed participation from over 350 delegates, including eminent faculty members, clinicians, and research scholars from across India. Postgraduate students from various medical institutions within and beyond Jammu & Kashmir presented research papers and posters, adding to the event’s academic vibrancy.
The event was inaugurated with the blessings of Swami Prem Vivekanand and Swami Parmanand, with Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner Jammu, as the chief guest. He urged the youth to engage in outdoor physical activities to prevent visceral obesity and emphasized adopting traditional household diets over processed food habits.
Dr Pavan Malhotra, Director Principal, ASCOMS, underlined the importance of a multidisciplinary approach integrating physiological insights with medical innovations to combat the growing menace of diabesity. Dr Anil K Gupta, organizing chairperson and Head of Medicine, discussed the rising prevalence of the condition, presenting statistical data and evidence-based strategies to strengthen collaborative expertise for better patient outcomes.
Dr. Geetika Gupta, Organising Chairperson and Professor & Head, Department of Physiology, discussed the thoughtful intent behind the theme. She emphasized the significance of ‘Embrace Arogyam’ for holistic well-being, advocating a multidisciplinary approach that integrates physiological insight with early intervention and behavioral empowerment. The meticulously curated scientific programme reflected this vision, encompassing all key dimensions of Diabesity.
Highlighting the conclave’s theme ‘Embrace Arogyam’, Dr Geetika Gupta stressed early intervention through lifestyle modification and multidisciplinary collaboration to prevent the dual disease burden. The session began with opening remarks by Dr Abhinav Gupta and concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr Puneeta Gupta, organizing secretaries.
The occasion also marked the release of a detailed publication, ‘Diabesity Insights – 2025’, featuring expert perspectives on clinical, pathophysiological, and evidence-based approaches, unveiled by the chief guest alongside Rakesh Raman, Trustee, ASCOMS.
Distinguished experts from across India enriched the conclave with their insights, including Dr G K Pal, Dr Naresh Dang, Dr Latika Mohan, Dr Sanjay Agarwal, Dr Pravati Pal, Dr Neelam Dahiya, Dr Om Lata Bhagat, Deeksha Dev, Dr Shalini Pandya, Dr Verinder Dhar and Dr Suman Kotwal.
Dr. R. P. Kudyar, a distinguished endocrinologist from Jammu, was also present at the event and graced the academic proceedings.
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