Bridging modern and traditional medicine at AIIMS Bhopal

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AIIMS Bhopal participated in the inaugural ICMR-NITM-KAHER Joint Workshop on Clinical Research in Integrative Medicine, held from November 18 to 20, 2024, at the National Institute of Traditional Medicine (NITM) in Belgavi, Karnataka.

The event brought together prominent medical institutions and healthcare professionals to explore the integration of modern medical practices with traditional AYUSH systems, highlighting the potential of such collaborations in addressing global health challenges.

Prof Ajai Singh, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhopal, emphasized the significance of combining modern medicine with AYUSH in today’s healthcare ecosystem.

"As the world turns to India for scientifically validated complementary healthcare systems, AIIMS Bhopal is at the forefront of advancing this integration," he remarked.” He stressed that the fusion of traditional and modern medicine offers promising solutions for tackling diverse healthcare issues worldwide.

AIIMS Bhopal was represented by Dr Rashmi Verma, Assistant Professor in Trauma & Emergency Medicine, and Dr Danish Javed, Senior Medical Officer (Ayush).

The institution presented a significant project on the integrative approach for the treatment of Hepatitis B, contributing to the workshop's broader discussion on innovative medical research.

The workshop featured 16 projects from various institutions, showcasing the growing interest and investment in integrative medicine.

AIIMS Bhopal’s active participation underscores its dedication to pioneering research and promoting the combination of modern and traditional medicine to enhance patient care and improve healthcare outcomes.

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