Neurodysphagia: From Brain to Bolus – A Transformative Symposium at Believers Hospital, Thiruvalla

Neurodysphagia: From Brain to Bolus – A Transformative Symposium at Believers Hospital, Thiruvalla

📅 Date: 24 May 2025
🕗 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: Amphitheatre, Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla

A Cutting-Edge Symposium on the Neuroscience of Swallowing

Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, in collaboration with the Departments of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and ENT, is proud to host a groundbreaking symposium titled "Neurodysphagia: From Brain to Bolus" on May 24, 2025. This one-day academic extravaganza aims to delve deep into the multifaceted world of neurogenic dysphagia, offering a complete journey from brain dysfunction to bedside care.

This symposium unites the collective wisdom of leading clinicians, speech and language experts, rehabilitation specialists, and ENT surgeons, providing an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to a problem that is often under-recognized and under-managed.

Symposium Highlights

🧠 Theme Focus:
The event focuses on swallowing disorders rooted in neurological dysfunction, often observed in stroke, Parkinson's disease, motor neuron disease, and traumatic brain injuries.

🗣️ Clinical Value:
Sessions include advanced discussions on:

  • Pathophysiology of Swallowing

  • Dysphagia in Acute Neurological Conditions

  • Tracheostomy Care and Decannulation

  • Non-Surgical & Surgical Interventions

  • Instrumental Evaluation Techniques

  • Aspiration Prevention Protocols

👨‍⚕️ Expert Panels & Live Demos:
Real-world case discussions, interactive sessions, and hands-on demonstrations are scheduled to enhance clinical application.

📜 Certification:
All participants will receive certificates, making this not only an educational but also an accreditation-enhancing opportunity.

Programme Schedule (Key Sessions)

Time Session Title Speaker(s)
9:00–9:30 AM Inauguration Ceremony -
9:30–10:00 AM Basic Pathophysiology of Swallowing Dr. Aparna S
10:00–10:30 AM Dysphagia in Acute Neurological Events & Neurodegenerative Diseases Dr. Harikrishnan R
10:30–11:15 AM Instrumental Evaluation of Swallowing + Video Ms. Anuvi V
11:30–12:00 PM Alternative Feeding & Decision Making Dr. Jyothi S Krishnan
12:00–12:30 PM Tracheostomy Decannulation Best Practices Mr. Aromal Prasad
1:15–1:45 PM Non-Surgical Management of Dysphagia Ms. Leya Elizabeth Kurian
2:30–3:00 PM Aspiration Prevention Protocol Dr. Arya C J
3:45–4:15 PM Interactive Sessions + Feed Demonstration Expert Panel
4:15 PM Vote of Thanks Dr. Joe Jacob K

Organizing Committee

  • Patron: Rev. Fr. Sijo Pandapallil

  • Chairpersons: Dr. George Chandy Matteethra, Dr. George Thomas, Dr. Thomas Mathew

  • Vice Chairperson: Mr. Aromal Prasad

  • Organising Secretary: Ms. Leya Elizabeth Kurien

  • Convenor & Co-Convenor: Mr. Biju Muttappally & Mr. Midhun Lal B

Registration Details

Category Early Bird (Until 30 April) Regular (Up to 17 May)
Professionals ₹500 ₹800
Students ₹100 ₹250

For Details & Registration Contact:
📞 Aromal Prasad: 80867 56135
📞 Midhun Lal: 99463 17577
📞 Leya Elizabeth Kurian: 92074 60569
📞 Aneetta Shaji: 96433 36029

🔗 [Scan QR Code in the flyer to register online]

Why You Should Attend

✅ Enhance your clinical skills in dysphagia management
✅ Learn from multidisciplinary experts
✅ Earn certification
✅ Network with peers and professionals
✅ Stay updated with the latest in neuro-rehabilitation

Conclusion

The “Neurodysphagia: From Brain to Bolus” symposium promises to be a transformative event designed for professionals committed to improving patient outcomes through better diagnosis, evaluation, and management of dysphagia. Whether you’re from rehabilitation, neurology, ENT, internal medicine, or nursing, this CME is crafted to elevate your practice to the next level.

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