RGCIRC, IMA successfully conducted Oncology CME

RGCIRC (Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre), in association with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Shahjahanpur, successfully conducted an Oncology Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme. The academic session brought together RGCIRC’s Dr AK Dewan, Director of Surgical Oncology and Dr Sumit Goyal, Associate Director of Medical Oncology along with the doctors and healthcare professionals from the region for an in-depth discussion on palliative surgical care and the approach to patients with suspected cancer. 

The CME focused on strengthening clinical decision-making in situations where cure may not be possible, while ensuring that patient comfort, dignity and quality of life remain central to care.  The programme witnessed active participation, ‘with clinicians engaging in discussions around real-world challenges faced in oncology practice. Speaking at the CME, Dr Dewan said, “The aim of palliative surgery is care, not cure. Decisions in palliative oncology are more important than incisions. When chosen appropriately, surgery can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life by relieving pain, bleeding, obstruction or distressing symptoms, even in advanced disease.”