News from KSHEMA | THR Update 2025

The THR Update 2025 conference, held on 13th July 2025, at Avishkar Auditorium, ABSMIDS was a significant educational event focused on advancing knowledge and skills in Total Hip Replacement (THR) and related orthopedic practices. Organized by the Department of Orthopedics of KS Hegde Medical Academy under the aegis of Canara Orthopedic Society (COS) and Karnataka Orthopedic Association (KOA), the conference was chaired by Dr. Ajith Kumar and coordinated by Prof. (Dr) Vikram Shetty.

Faculty including Dr Lawrence Mathias, Dr Ajith Kumar D, Dr Sourab Shetty, Dr Narayan Hulse, Dr Jalaludeen M V, Dr Ravi Mukartihal, Dr Surendra U Kamath, Dr Vikram Shetty, Dr Mithun Shetty, Dr Prashant Upendra Acharya and Dr Sharath Balemane delivered expert talks on various topics. The program featured interactive sessions including case discussions, a saw bone workshop and a live surgery demonstration by Dr. Narayan Hulse, offering valuable real-time insights into Total Hip Replacement (THR) techniques.

It was attended by more than 80 delegates from various medical colleges. The conference provided participants with enhanced knowledge in advanced THR procedures, prosthesis management and complication prevention.

News from KSHEMA | Decoding Effective Communication Skills in Patient Care

The Department of Orthopaedics at KS Hegde Medical Academy conducted a training program for postgraduates on 11th October 2025 at the Ortho OPD Seminar Hall. The sessions led by Dr. Sanath Kumar Shetty, Dr. Kiran Hari, Dr. Mahammad Ansar and Dr. Alden D’Souza focused on key areas, including effective communication, breaking bad news, shared decision-making, patient-centred care and proper clinical documentation.

Through interactive discussions and case-based learning, postgraduate trainees gained practical skills to handle sensitive situations with empathy, involve patients in decision-making and ensure accurate documentation for improved medico-legal safety.

News from KSHEMA | KSHEMA Knotting and Suturing Workshop

The Departments of Orthopaedics and Anatomy of KS Hegde Medical Academy in association with the Canara Orthopaedic Society and Karnataka Orthopaedic Association, conducted the KSHEMA Knotting and Suturing Workshop on 7th December 2025 at the Anatomy Dissection Hall. The workshop featured lectures on various suturing techniques, followed by hands-on dry and wet lab sessions. The dry lab focused on training in various knots and sutures, while the wet lab provided practical experience in tendon suturing with porcine specimens.

The program was organized by Dr. Sreedhish K, with expert sessions delivered by Dr. Siddharth M Shetty, Dr. Jeevan P, Dr. Kiran Hari, Dr. Shruthikanth, Dr. Latheesh Leo, Dr. Nikhil Shetty and Dr. Mithun Pai. The workshop was attended by over 80 delegates from various medical colleges.

News from NIA | NIA Student Achievement at the Urban Innovation Challenge 2025

Nitte Institute of Architecture congratulates Diya Satheesh and Sakshi S, Semester 8 B.Arch students, for receiving the Jury Commendation Award under the Student Category at the Urban Innovation Challenge (UIC) 2025, organised by the Good Governance India Foundation in collaboration with Municipalika.

Their project, developed under the theme “Redevelopment & Reconstruction,” was recognised by the jury for its thoughtful approach to addressing contemporary urban challenges through design innovation. The awardees were formally honoured at the Urban Innovation Challenge Awards Ceremony held on 26th February 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi as part of the Municipalika Conference and Exhibition.

A special mention goes to faculty mentor Ar. Nikita Makhasana for guiding and supporting the students. This recognition highlights the commitment of NIA to nurturing innovative thinking, urban engagement and design excellence among its students.

News from NIPE | Auto Expo 2026

Nitte Institute of Professional Education organized “Auto Expo 2026” on 15th March 2026 at the campus ground. The program was graced by Mr. Sharan Chilimbi, Mr. Nireekshith Hebri and Dr. Niranjan Samani, whose presence added value to the event. The expo showcased around 45 cars, including luxury and modified vehicles, along with 15 superbikes. It provided students and visitors with practical exposure to modern automobile technologies.

The event was coordinated by Mr. Pruthvi S. Borkar, Mr. Koushik and Mr. Prajwal PG.

News from NSAMEMHS | Workshop on Social-Emotional Learning Integration

The Staff Development Centre at Nitte DU organised a Faculty Development Program for the teachers of Dr. NSAM English Medium High School, Nitte on 17th March 2026. The workshop focused on the integration of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL).

The facilitator, Dr. Deepa Kothari, Director, Alva's Centre for Wellness Training, Alva's College, Moodbidri engaged participants through various group activities. The session focused on self-understanding and effective techniques for managing emotions.

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