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Medical research has huge role in patient care: Gadkari
Nagpur: "Integrated development is crucial in any sector, and for that, continuous research is crucial. In the medical field too, new research has significantly contributed to patient care," said Union minister for road transport and highways
Nitin Gadkari
while inaugurating the National Paediatric Epilepsy Conclave jointly organised by Maharashtra Academy of Paediatric Neurology and Indian Epilepsy Society in Nagpur on Friday.
The inaugural session saw the presence of leading doctors including IAP national president Dr Vasant Khalatkar, Dr Pramod Giri, Dr Lokendra Singh, Dr Amarjeet Wagh, Dr Wankhede, Dr Vinayan, and Dr Vilas Jadhav.
Gadkari said, "Nagpur is at the heart of India, and I am truly pleased that a significant conclave on paediatric neurology is being held here. The use of advanced technology and science in the medical field is invaluable.
New research in medical science, coupled with doctors' experience, is playing a crucial role in treating many previously incurable diseases."
He noted that the city is moving steadily towards becoming a health hub. "Being centrally located, Nagpur is increasingly attracting patients from neighbouring states for medical treatment," he added. Gadkari emphasised that forward-looking research is essential in every field, including medicine, and proudly noted how Indian doctors have earned significant acclaim in the United States and Europe.
Before the formal inaugural ceremony, the conference featured several scientific sessions on paediatric neurology. Topics covered included neonatal seizures, challenges in managing drug-resistant epilepsy, epilepsy surgery in children, genetic testing and its implications in paediatric epilepsy, and role of advanced neuroimaging in epilepsy diagnosis.
Dr Wagh said that experts from across the world will be in Nagpur for the next two days to share practical insights and the latest updates aimed at improving diagnosis and treatment outcomes for children with epilepsy and neurological conditions.
"This event has brought together paediatric neurologists, epilepsy specialists, and healthcare professionals from across the country, aiming to enhance knowledge sharing and collaboration in the management of childhood neurological disorders," said Dr Wagh.
Discussions to be held on Saturday:
- Status epilepticus management protocols
- Ketogenic diet therapy in epilepsy
- Neurodevelopmental outcomes in children with epilepsy
- Psychological and social aspects of pediatric epilepsy
- Workshops on EEG interpretation in children
