Media Release
Mangaluru, Apr 1: Department of respiratory therapy YSAHS, in collaboration with the Indian Association of Respiratory Care (IARC), successfully hosted RESPINEXT, a comprehensive two-day south zone hands-on workshop, on March 27 and 28, at the ACTS-YEN Simulation Centre, Yenepoya Medical College Hospital.
Organized on the occasion of World Sleep Day, the workshop focused on advanced techniques, innovations, and hands-on training in respiratory care, attracting medical professionals, faculty members, and students from across the country.
Inauguration & dignitaries
The event was presided over by Dr B H Sripathi Rao, pro vice-chancellor, Yenepoya University, alongside distinguished guests:
• Dr Sunita Saldanha, dean, YAHP
• Dr Rajesh V, professor & HoD, pulmonary medicine, YMCH
• Dr Mamatha Kunder, vice principal, YSAHS
• Dr Beena H B, vice principal, YSAHS
The chief guest, Madhuragauri Shevade (governor for India - ICRC, vice chair - IARC), delivered an insightful keynote address, emphasizing the importance of innovations in respiratory care and sleep medicine.
Event highlights
• Cutting-edge lectures & discussions:
Experts from across India conducted scientific sessions on mechanical ventilation, sleep-disordered breathing, ARDS management, lung ultrasound, and more. These lectures provided an in-depth understanding of the latest advancements in pulmonary medicine and critical care.
• Hands-on training & live demonstrations:
Participants engaged in skill-building workshops, enhancing their clinical expertise through real-time case simulations. Topics included:
- Weaning from mechanical ventilation – techniques & challenges
- Sleep-disordered breathing in critical care – diagnosis & management
- POCUS (Point-of-Care Ultrasound) in respiratory failure – rapid diagnosis & intervention
- Polysomnography & home sleep Apnea testing – advances & clinical utility
- Advanced ARDS therapies & prone positioning – best practices
Interactive hands-on stations:
As part of the South zone hands-on workshop, participants rotated across seven dedicated training stations, covering:
1? Mechanical ventilation – Interactive simulation & troubleshooting
2? NIV & HFNC Setup – Techniques & optimization
3? Bronchoscopy – Practical applications
4 Airway management - Intubation techniques & emergency airway care
5 Sleep study setup & interpretation – Troubleshooting & analysis
6 Respiratory emergencies – Critical case management
7 Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Life-saving interventions
Professional development & cre credits:
Participants gained 5 Continuing Respiratory Education (CRE) credits, recognized by the IARC, enhancing their professional growth.
Participation & feedback
RESPINEXT saw an overwhelming response from respiratory therapists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, critical care specialists, and allied health professionals. Attendees praised the structured learning modules, expert mentorship, and hands-on exposure, making this event a milestone in respiratory care education.
With support from a dedicated volunteers and faculty mentors, the workshop was seamlessly executed, ensuring a highly engaging and educational experience.
Conclusion & impact
RESPINEXT successfully bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in respiratory care, reinforcing Respiratory therapy commitment to excellence in medical education and healthcare innovation. The success of this event sets a new benchmark, paving the way for future advancements in respiratory therapy training.