NEIGRIHMS conducts first spine cadaveric workshop

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaOctober 25, 2024

The Department of Orthopaedics & Trauma NEIGRIHMS and Orthopaedic Society Shillong in collaboration with the Departments of Anatomy and Neurosurgery NEIGRIHMS, successfully organized a Northeast Educational Workshop on Spine Cadaveric & CME at NEIGRIHMS on 18-19 October 2024. This landmark event marked the first-ever spine cadaveric workshop at NEIGRIHMS and attracted participation of 40 delegates from across the region. The program was attended by experts from Spine Society of West Bengal and Northeast Spine Society.

Prof. Animesh Mishra, Officiating Director, NEIGRIHMS inaugurated the workshop. In his address he emphasized the importance of such initiatives in enhancing medical education and surgical skills in the Northeast. The event featured experts from Delhi, Kolkata, Assam, Meghalaya and Manipur, who brought a wealth of experience to the table, enriching the learning experience for all participants.

A key highlight of the workshop was the release of “Spine Surgery: A Beginner’s Guide.” Prof. Bhaskar Borgohain, Head, Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma, added that the book is designed to assist young surgeons and Post graduate medical students by providing an introductory guide to the fundamentals of spine surgery and is expected to serve as a valuable resource for early-career professionals for safe spine surgery.

Dr. Sachlang Debbarma (Assistant Professor) mentioned that the collaboration between NEIGRIHMS and the Orthopaedic Society Shillong (OSS) reflects a strong commitment in fostering continued medical education and skill development in the region. The two-days event combined academic sessions with hands-on training, enabling participants to learn and practice advanced techniques in spine surgery under the guidance of renowned experts.