Dr Varun Malhotra, Additional Professor, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhopal, delivered an insightful talk at the "Meditation: Perception to Physiology" CME-cum-Workshop hosted by People's College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre (PCMS & RC), Bhopal.
The event was a remarkable exploration of the scientific studies conducted by Dr. Varun Malhotra on yoga and meditation, shedding light on the profound impacts of various yogic and meditative techniques. His presentation was both enlightening and engaging, offering attendees valuable insights into the tangible advantages of incorporating meditation into their daily lives.
During the workshop, Dr. Varun Malhotra conducted an open-house guided meditation session, providing participants with a firsthand experience of various meditative techniques, including pranayama, deep slow breathing, visualization, meditation, healing prayer chanting, and affirmations. This interactive session allowed participants to connect with the transformative power of meditation.
Dr. Gaurav Singh Raghuwanshi, co-founder of the neurotech startup Turiya Innovations, added to the depth of knowledge at the event by sharing profound insights into the neurological foundations of meditation.
Dr. Kirtika Shrivastava, Assistant Professor, Physiology at People's College of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, emphasized the holistic essence of mind-body medicine, emphasizing the importance of integrating meditation into medical practices for comprehensive healthcare.
The event received an added dimension of significance with the presence of esteemed guests, including Vice Chancellor Dr. Harish Rao and the Dean of PCMS & RC, Gp Captain (Dr) A. K. Dixit. Dr. S. K. Sadawarte, the Head of the Physiology Department at AIIMS, Bhopal, expressed profound gratitude to the expert speakers, enthusiastic participants, and especially to the management of People's University and PCMS & RC.
This workshop was a profound exploration of the science and practice of meditation, offering attendees a deeper understanding of its therapeutic potential.