Dear Colleagues,
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the
Cardiac Continuing Medical Education (CME) program under
the auspices of the Indian Association of
Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS), to be held in
August 2025, in the breathtaking coastal town of
Kovalam, Trivandrum.
This edition of the CME is being hosted by the
prestigious Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical
Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), an Institute of
National Importance, renowned for its contributions to
cardiac and neurosciences and for being at the forefront
of advanced clinical care, resident training and
biomedical technology development in India.
The program has been meticulously designed for residents
in training and early to mid-career cardiac surgeons,
with a strong academic focus on key areas of interest
including coronary artery surgery, minimally invasive
cardiac surgery (MICS), pulmonary endarterectomy, valve
repair, aortic procedures, heart and lung
transplantation and pediatric cardiac surgery.
We are also excited to include a unique session on
biomedical innovation, where experts will present
insights into the designing, development, clinical
testing, and technology transfer of medical devices and
implants. Delegates will have the rare opportunity to
visit the Biomedical Technology Wing of SCTIMST, gaining
firsthand exposure to India's pioneering work in
indigenous medical technology.
Interactive segments such as the Resident Quiz and a
competitive Poster session aim to foster academic
enthusiasm, peer learning, and the showcasing of novel
ideas and research by young minds in the field.
Set against the serene backdrop of the Arabian Sea, the
venue in Kovalam offers the perfect balance of intense
academic engagement and peaceful reflection. We are
confident that this CME will be an enriching experience
for all participants.
We look forward to your participation and to welcoming
you to Trivandrum for two days of learning, innovation,
and camaraderie.
Warm regards,
Dr Vivek V Pillai
Organising Secretary
