‘Towards Zero Preterm births in India’. The sentiment of ‘Born too soon’ was the heart of the focused scientific discussions.

The conference included scientific sessions, workshops, paper presentations, and keynotes by experts.

Chief Guest  Dr. Jaydeep Tank, President FOGSI, Guest of Honour Dr. Vasant Khalatkar, President-Elect Indian Academy of Paediatrics Dr. Sunita Tandulwadkar, President-Elect FOGSI, Dr. Aarti Nimkar, President POGS, Dr.Meenakshi Deshpande, Secretary POGS, Dr. Girija Wagh Organising Chairperson of the conference, Dr. Vaishali Chavan, Organising Secretary along with other dignitaries were present at the inaugural session.

Dr.Jaydeep Tank, President of FOGSI said one of the major problems with prematurity is the fact that the children have both long-term as well as short-term disabilities. Not all of them do. Neonatal care has now improved to an extent where a large majority don’t, but still, a significant number do have problems even later on in life. Of course, this is dependent on whether adequate neonatal care is available or not and that really is the sticking point. This is because neonatal care is highly specialized and is not easily available everywhere, attempts must be made both in the infrastructure space as well as the human resources to make sure that every neonate who needs it gets adequate neonatal care . Some of the things that we are doing for this, is promoting prevention and prediction of preterm labour , the introduction of high quality neonatal services in partnership with paediatricians and also the new concept of kangaroo mother care .

Talking about new technologies he added that there is a lot of potential in having big data, and, it means millions of data points being analyzed by artificial intelligence to further stratify the risk factors and identify which exactly are the preventive and predictive results.

Guest of Honour Dr. Vasant Khalatkar, President-Elect Indian Academy of Paediatrics preterm births remain one of the biggest challenges contributing to long lasting consequences. These can impact not just initial years but also life-term trajectory. This requires a robust partnership between obstetrician and paediatrician. Together we can form a circle of care for advance monitoring and treatment.

 Book on preterm labour written by Dr. Girija Wagh , Conference Souvenir edited by Dr. Anagha Pai Pairaiturkar was also released on the occasion. Professor Dr.Kishore Kumar Founder Cloud 9 Hospitals, Dr Chitra Prasad Clinical Geneticist, Dr Mark Evans, and Dr. Meenu Agarwal, renowned Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, were felicitated for their contribution to the field. Dr.Uma Wankhede was declared the winner of the reel-making competition.

Dr. Girija Wagh, Organising Chairman said that October being a month of observing preterm births this was the right time to organise the conference.  

Dr. Vaishali Chavan, Organising secretary proposed the vote of thanks.

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Dr. Tandulwadkar’s election as FOGSI President marks a significant milestone for the medical community in Pune and the nation. She is now part of an exclusive group of luminaries in India who have achieved the remarkable distinction of presiding over prestigious medical associations, including the Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists and the Institute of Science & Advanced Research.

Dr. Tandulwadkar’s exceptional ability to navigate intricate domains of gynecology, endoscopy, obstetrics, and assisted reproductive techniques sets her apart as a beacon of hope and promise for the future of Indian medicine. Her vision and commitment to women’s health make her an inspiration to all, highlighting the limitless potential of dedication, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

Reflecting on this momentous achievement, Mr. Behram Khodaiji, CEO of Ruby Hall Clinic, said, “Dr. Sunita Tandulwadkar embodies the spirit of dedication, innovation, and leadership. Her election as the President of FOGSI not only brings pride to Pune but also heralds a new era for women’s health in India. With her at the helm, FOGSI is poised to usher in groundbreaking advancements in the realm of obstetrics and gynecology.“

Dr. Purvez Grant, Chairman, and Managing Trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, also congratulated Dr. Tandulwadkar, saying, “Her relentless commitment to the medical field and women’s health makes us immensely proud. This achievement not only inspires us at Ruby Hall Clinic but also the entire medical fraternity.“

Dr. Tandulwadkar’s historic achievement as the first female President of FOGSI from Pune marks a watershed moment in the field of women’s health. With her exemplary leadership and unparalleled expertise, she promises to steer FOGSI toward a future of significant advancements and enhanced care for women across India.

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