AIIMS-Bhubaneswar has achieved a significant milestone in medical education and training by successfully organising India’s first-ever Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) radiology course.

Spearheaded by the Departments of Surgical Gastroenterology and Radio-diagnosis, the course was conducted under the aegis of the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)-Indian Chapter.

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Designed to enhance the understanding of complex HPB surgical anatomy, it provided in-depth insights into Ultrasonography, CT scan, MRI, and PET CT scan applications in HPB diseases. It aimed at refining diagnostic precision, improving surgical planning, and optimizing postoperative follow-up to enhance patient care outcomes.

Recognising the indispensable role of radiological interpretation in HPB diseases, this comprehensive course provided extensive training to HPB surgical trainees and faculty members from across the country. The programme was structured into three online sessions covering the fundamentals of HPB radiology, followed by two days of intensive hands-on physical training.

Renowned experts in HPB and liver transplant surgery, HPB interventional radiology, and advanced imaging techniques delivered insightful lectures, equipping participants with the latest advancements and best practices. A special live session featured real-time interventional procedures, providing trainees with practical exposure to cutting-edge techniques.

The prestigious event was graced by Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, as the chief guest. Other eminent figures present included Dr. Biju Pottakkat, Secretary, IHPBA-India, Dr. Sanjay Govil, past president, IHPBA-India, Dr. Naimish Mehta, Scientific Chair, IHPBA-India, Dr. Suprava Naik, Head of Department, Radiodiagnosis, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.

This initiative is expected to elevate the standards of HPB surgical training in India, equipping medical professionals with enhanced radiological interpretation skills. With the growing complexity of HPB diseases and their treatment, this course lays a strong foundation for advancing diagnostic accuracy, improving surgical outcomes, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in HPB care, said AIIMS officials.