About the Program

This National seminar aims to bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, academicians, and students to discuss advancements, challenges, and holistic approaches in palliative car, multidisciplinary collaborations and policy frameworks that enhance the quality of life for patients and caregivers.

Objectives of the Program

  • Enhance the understanding of innovation and holistic approach in palliative care
  • Strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration for effective patient care
  • Developing action plans to overcome challenges in palliative care
  • Promoting policies that improve palliative care access and quality
  • Advance palliative care innovation

Expected Outcomes of the Program

  • Enhance knowledge and awareness
  • Improved interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Development of Practical Skills
  • Research and innovation promotion
  • Strengthening holistic care approaches

Important Dates

Date 06th - 07th Mar 2025
Time 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
Target Audience B.Sc. (N) students &Faculty members
Type of program Offline
Venue Nursing Auditorium , Smt.Nagarathnamma College of Nursing

Committee Members

  • Prof. Devi Nanjappan, Principal, Smt.Nagarathnamma College of Nursing

Faculty Co-ordinator

  • Mrs. Ashwini, Lecturer, Department of OBG

Student Coordinator

  • MR. Sujith Yohannan, Fourth Year B.sc Nursing

Moderator

  • Mr.Jeffory
  • Ms. Sara
  • Ms.Kavya

Program Schedule

Day 1 - 06th Mar 2024

SL. No Time Session Resource Person
1 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM Registration Final Year Students
2 09:15 AM - 09:30 AM Keynote Address Prof. Devinanjappan, M.Sc (N), Ph.D , Principal,
Smt. Nagarathnamma College of Nursing, Bangalore
3 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM Role of Multidisciplinary Teams in Palliative Care Mr. Durga Prasad, M.Sc (N)
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Medical Surgical Nursing, Bangalore
4 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Ethical and Legal Considerations in Palliative Care Mrs. Jyothi Chetty, M.Sc (N), Ph.D.
Professor & HOD, Mental Health Nursing Department, Yashoda College of Nursing, Hyderabad
5 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Tea Break -
6 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Addressing Psychological Distress in Palliative Patients Mrs. Lavanya B, M.Sc (N)
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Mental Health Nursing
7 12:15 PM - 01:30 PM Lunch Break -
8 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Pediatric Palliative Care: Challenges and Approaches Mrs. Snehalatha Reddy, M.Sc (N)
Professor, Medical Surgical Nursing
9 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Breaking & Delivering Undesirable Facts: Strategies for Effective Conversation Ms. Ashwini, M.Sc (N)
Lecturer, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology
10 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM Poster Presentation -

Day 2 - 07th Mar 2025

SL. No Time Session Resource Person
1 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM Integrating Technology in Palliative Care Mrs. Mala, M.Sc (N)
Nursing Educator, Fortis Hospital, Bangalore
2 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Community-Based Palliative Care: Empowering Families Dr. Vijayamalar, M.Sc (N), Ph.D.
HOD, Community Health Nursing Department
3 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Tea Break -
4 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM Complementary and Alternative Therapies in Palliative Care Mrs. Nirmala, M.Sc (N)
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Medical Surgical Nursing
5 12:15 PM - 01:30 PM Lunch Break -
6 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Capacity Building and Education for Healthcare Professionals Mrs. Nagammal, M.Sc (N)
Asst. Professor, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology
7 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM Future Research Directions and Innovations in Palliative Medicine Mr. Vasanth Malige, M.Sc (N)
Associate Professor, Dept. of Mental Health Nursing
8 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM Poster Presentation & Closing Remarks -