Manipal Hospital observes World Emergency Medicine Day 2025 with ‘SymposiEM -2025’

New Delhi: To commemorate World Emergency Medicine Day 2025, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar hosted SymposiEM-2025—a thought-leadership symposium that brought together some of the brightest minds in emergency healthcare.

Centered on the theme “The Future of Emergency Medicine: Pioneering Patient Care,” the event reflected the hospital’s continued commitment to advancing emergency services through evidence-based medicine and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The event was graced by Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, Director of Public Health, Government of Odisha, alongside Dr. Saktimaya Mohapatra, Hospital Director, and Dr. Siddharth Mishra, Medical Superintendent of Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar. Nearly 80 leading doctors from top hospitals across Odisha actively participated, making it a vibrant forum for shared learning and innovation.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Saktimaya Mohapatra said, “At Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, we strongly believe that emergency care is the backbone of modern healthcare. SymposiEM 2025 stands as a testament to our dedication in fostering medical excellence, collaboration, and innovation to build a future-ready emergency care system.”

In his keynote address, Dr. Nilakantha Mishra emphasized the need for preparedness and lifelong learning in the field of emergency medicine. He stated, “Emergency services are critical to saving lives. Events like SymposiEM empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the ever-evolving demands of emergency care in our state.”

Emergency medicine plays a vital role in the healthcare ecosystem, often acting as the first point of contact for patients in critical need. Its scope extends beyond immediate care to include disaster preparedness, trauma response, and rapid decision-making that can mean the difference between life and death. With rising health emergencies and increasing patient footfalls, strengthening emergency care systems has never been more crucial. Initiatives like SymposiEM are essential to equip healthcare professionals with the tools, training, and insights needed to save lives under pressure.

Dr. Avishek Chatterjee, HOD & Consultant – Dept. of Emergency Medicine, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, added, “On this significant day, we reaffirm our commitment to pioneering Emergency care, ensuring that every life in crisis receives the best medical attention, timely, skilfully, and compassionately.”

The symposium featured in-depth discussions on evidence-based clinical protocols, advancements in emergency medicine technology, and the evolving role of emergency nursing—further positioning Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar as a regional leader in emergency care delivery.