NAMSCON

2026

66th Annual Conference and Convocation of National Academy of Medical Sciences

SYNERGY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN HEALTHCARE FOR HEALTHIER TOMORROW
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

OCT 08, 2026

MAIN CONFERENCE

OCT 09–11, 2026

HOSTED BY

SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, SRMIST, Kattankulathur

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INVITATION

Dear Colleagues,

We are privileged to cordially invite you to attend the 66th Annual Conference of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (India) – NAMSCON 2026, to be held at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Chennai, from 9th to 11th October 2026.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu — the "Gateway of South India" — is celebrated for its vibrant Dravidian heritage, classical arts, and world-class medical institutions. This year's conference, themed  "Synergy of Science and Technology in Healthcare for a Healthier Tomorrow,"  will bring together leading experts, researchers, and policymakers to shape the future of medicine.

The event will feature specialized  pre-conference workshops on 8th October, followed by the main conference comprising national symposia, keynote addresses, and National CME sessions exploring emerging healthcare paradigms. Oral and poster presentations will also be conducted from 9th to 11th October 2026.

During your visit, we encourage you to explore the rich culture and heritage of Tamil Nadu, including its magnificent Dravidian temples, classical Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam traditions, scenic Marina Beach — one of the longest urban beaches in the world — as well as Mahabalipuram and Kovalam Beach, located in and around Chennai.

Explore Chennai

Madras Medical College (MMC)
Valluvar Kottam
Marina Beach
Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. Ramachandran Central Railway Station
Mahabalipuram
Organising Chairperson

Prof. (Dr.) R Jayanthi

Dean,
SRM MCH & RC

Organising Secretary

Dr. Melvin George

Head, SRM CCP & CCTR
SRM MCH & RC

Since 1961

THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (India)

1961

GENESIS

The National Academy of Medical Sciences (India) [NAMS] was established in 1961 and inaugurated by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Founded by eminent leaders in medicine and allied disciplines, the Academy integrates academic excellence with national healthcare priorities and social responsibility.

1963

FIRST CONVOCATION

The first Convocation of the Academy, held in 1963, was graced by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, the then President of India, who delivered the Convocation Address.

Prestigious Fellowship

OVER THE DECADES

Fellowship of NAMS has evolved into one of the most prestigious recognitions in biomedical sciences, awarded through a rigorous peer-review process for exceptional contributions to medical education, research, healthcare and allied scientific disciplines.

Nodal Agency for National Health

RECOGNIZED LEADERSHIP

Recognized by the Government of India as a nodal agency for Continuing Medical Education (CME) and national health policy guidance, NAMS serves as a vibrant platform for advancing medical knowledge and translating scientific progress into improved human health.

Bridging Past, Present & Future

ONGOING MISSION

Through scientific meetings, academic collaborations, publications and educational initiatives, the Academy continues to bridge the past and present while being guided by a distinguished legacy of eminent medical and biomedical stalwarts who have served as its Presidents.

ABOUT SRM MCH & RC

SRM Institute of Science and Technology is one of India’s leading multidisciplinary universities, widely recognized for its excellence in medical education, healthcare, research, and innovation. The institution is home to the SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, a premier tertiary care teaching hospital dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care, academic excellence, and advanced biomedical research.

Established with the vision of nurturing globally competent healthcare professionals, SRMIST offers a comprehensive spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, super-specialty, nursing, and allied health sciences programmes. These are supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure, distinguished faculty, modern laboratories, and advanced research facilities. The institution continues to make significant contributions to healthcare delivery, translational research, and medical education at both national and international levels, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and socially responsible healthcare practices.

SRM Medical College
Namma Chennai

Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, is a vibrant metropolitan hub renowned for its rich cultural heritage, academic excellence, advanced healthcare institutions, and rapid industrial growth. Often referred to as the “Gateway to South India,” Chennai seamlessly blends tradition with modernity and is home to several premier educational and medical institutions, including the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST).

The weather during October is generally pleasant, with temperatures ranging between 24°C and 33°C, making it an ideal time to visit the city. Delegates may explore several iconic attractions, including Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St. George, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mahabalipuram, all of which reflect the region’s rich historical and cultural legacy.

Governance

NAMS Council Members

Elected Members

Prof. (Dr.) Digambar Behera - President
Prof. (Dr.) Shiv Kumar Sarin - Immediate Past President
Lt. Gen. Velu Nair PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) - President-Elect
Lt. Gen. Dr. Prem Prakash Varma - Treasurer
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Dr. Ashok Kumar Sharma
Dr. Narendra Kumar Arora
Dr. O.P. Kharbanda
Dr. Mahesh Verma
Dr. Anita Saxena
Dr. Y.K. Gupta
Dr. Sanjay Kumar Agarwal
Dr. Ashok Gupta
Dr. Anil Kumar Jain
Dr. Rakesh Aggarwal
Dr. Piyush Gupta
Dr. Amita Jain
Dr. B.R. Mittal
Dr. S.M. Bose

Ex-officio Members

President

— National Board of Examinations

The President

- National Medical Commission

The Director (General)

- Indian Council of Medical Research

The Director General of Health Services

- Govt. of India

Secretary Incharge

Prof. Y.K. Gupta
Dr. Anil K Jain

Editor-in-Chief of Annals of NAMS

Dr. Anil Kumar Jain
Leadership

Organising Committee

PATRONS

Dr. T. R. Paarivendhar

Former Member of Parliament
Founder Chancellor
SRM IST

Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu

Pro-Chancellor (Administration), SRM IST

Dr. P. Sathyanarayanan

Pro-Chancellor (Academics), SRM IST

Dr. Digambar Behera

President NAMS

Lt Gen (Dr) Velu Nair, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd)

President Elect - NAMS

ACADEMIC PATRONS

Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan

Vice Chancellor, SRM IST

Prof. Dr. S.P. Thyagarajan

Former Vice Chancellor, Madras University

Dr. S Ponnusamy

Registrar, SRM IST, KTR

CONVENOR

Prof. (Dr.) Rajarajan Swaminathan

Former Vice-Chancellor, SRM University, Haryana

ADVISORS

Prof. D. Narayana Rao

Executive Director-Research, SRM Group of Institutions

Dr. T. Mythili

Additional Registrar (MSL), SRM IST, KTR

Prof. (Dr.) Nitin M Nagarkar

Vice-Chancellor Apollo University, Chitoor

Organising Chairperson

Prof. (Dr.) Jayanthi R

Dean, SRM MCH & RC

Organising Secretary

Dr. Melvin George

Head – SRM CCP & CCTR SRM MCH & RC

Organisation

COMMITTEES

Institutional Advisory Committee

  • Dr. N. Vivek

    Dean, Dental

  • Dr. V. Chitra

    Dean, Pharmacy

  • Dr. J. C. Helen Shaji

    Dean, Nursing

  • Dr. U. Ganapathy Sankar

    Dean, Occupational Therapy

  • Dr. T. S. Veeragoudhaman

    Dean, Physiotherapy

  • Dr. Hari Singh

    Dean, Public Health

  • Dr. D. Jagadeswaran

    Dean, Allied Health Sciences

  • Dr. M. Parani

    Chairperson, Bioengineering

  • Dr. M. Leenus Jesu Martin

    Dean, Engineering & Technology

  • Dr. B. Napoleon

    Dean, Research

Scientific Committee

  • Dr. C. D. Anand

    Chairperson, Pathology

  • Dr. Vijayan P

    Co-Chairperson, Trauma Surgery

  • Dr. Jayaprakash V

    Co-Chairperson, Nephrology

  • Dr. C.R. Saravanan

    Member, Anesthesiology

  • Dr. Vijay Anand B

    Member, Orthopedics

  • Dr. Bhavsar Nikhil Rajendra

    Member, Physiology

  • Dr. Soundarya J

    Member, OBG

  • Dr. Harshavardhini N

    Member, Pediatrics

  • Dr. Abissha S

    Member, Pharmacology

Sponsorship Committee

  • Dr. V P Chandrasekaran

    Chairperson, COO-SRM Global Hospital

  • Mr. Vijaykumar A

    Co-Chairperson, Purchase Department

Souvenir & Mementos Committee

  • Dr. Sangeetha Raja

    Chairperson, Pharmacology

  • Dr. Anusha G

    Co-Chairperson, Microbiology

  • Dr. Shanta Chandrasekaran

    Co-Chairperson, Anatomy

  • Dr. Gayatri B

    Member, Biochemistry

  • Dr. Kaveri P

    Member, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Jayashree R

    Member, Anatomy

  • Dr. Ninu Thania Jacob

    Member, Anatomy

  • Dr Anitha R

    Member, Pathology

Registration Committee

  • Dr. Anuradha M

    Chairperson, Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Dr. Logaraj M

    Co-Chairperson, Community Medicine

  • Dr. J S Kumar

    Co-Chairperson, General Medicine

  • Dr. Swarnalatha M

    Member, Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Dr. Fatema Shams

    Member, Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Dr. Harini C

    Member, General Medicine

  • Dr. B Shanmukha Sai

    Member, General Medicine

  • Dr. B. Gayathri Priyadharsini

    Member, Pediatrics

Cultural Committee

  • Dr. V. M. Vinodhini

    Chairperson, Biochemistry

  • Dr. Roshni Mary Peter

    Co-Chairperson, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Aamina Hussain

    Co-Chairperson, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Pranav A

    Member, Forensic Medicine

  • Dr. Sushmitha G

    Member, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Shakthi Chakravarthy

    Member, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Heba Thajudeen

    Member, Ophthalmology

  • Dr. Sakthi Murugan

    Member, ENT

Administrative Advisory Committee

  • Dr. R Venkatraman

    Chairperson, Medical Superintendent

  • Dr. Balakrishnan R

    Co-Chairperson, Vice Principal

  • Mr. Anindya K Kundu

    Co-Chairperson, Associate Director, Finance

  • Dr. Muthu Bharathi S

    Member, Administrative Medical Officer

  • Ms. Kavitha S

    Member, Chief Nursing Officer

  • Mr. Manikandan N

    Member, General Manager Campus Life

  • Dr. Gokulakrishnan

    Member, Resident Medical Officer

Inauguration & Convocation Committee

  • Dr. K. A. Arul Senghor

    Chairperson, Biochemistry

  • Dr. Sajeetha Kumari R

    Co-Chairperson, Obstetrics & Gynecology

  • Dr. Subramanian Suriyan

    Co-Chairperson, Respiratory Medicine

  • Dr. Jerin James

    Member, Pharmacology

  • Dr. G. Mirunalini

    Member, Anesthesiology

  • Dr. S. V. Janani

    Member, Anatomy

  • Dr. Steffi Loarine

    Member, Forensic Medicine

  • Dr. Ramya R

    Member, Pharmacology

Travel, Transport & Accommodation Committee

  • Dr. Saravanan A

    Chairperson, Physiology

  • Dr. P. Venkataraman

    Co-Chairperson, Division of Medical Research

  • Dr. Haricharan A

    Co-Chairperson, Forensic Medicine

Catering Committee

  • Dr. C. R. K. Balaji

    Chairperson, ENT

  • Dr. Renuka P

    Co-Chairperson, Biochemistry

  • Dr. Muthu S

    Co-Chairperson, Pathology

  • Dr. Abidah Tanweer A M

    Member, General Surgery

  • Dr. Yeswanth adapa

    Member, Radiology

  • Dr. Pradeep D

    Member, ENT

  • Dr. Nivethitha S

    Member, Pathology

  • Dr. Sowmiya J

    Member, Pathology

  • Dr. Prasanth JK

    Member, ENT

Social Media & Press Committee

  • Dr. Nivethitha S

    Chairperson, Pathology

  • Ms. Divya G

    Co-Chairperson, Communications

  • Ms. Akshaya S

    Member, Communications

  • Mr. Augustus Jerry AJ

    Member, Communications

  • Ms. Princy J

    Member, Communications

  • Mr. Sridhar V

    Member, Communications

  • Mr. Vijay Prasath IS

    Member, Communications

Logistics Committee (Hall Arrangement)

  • Dr. Swarnalingam T

    Chairperson, Critical Care Medicine

  • Dr. M.Karthik

    Co-Chairperson, Critical Care Medicine

  • Dr. Jagan V

    Co-Chairperson, Microbiology

  • Dr. Sivaranjani M

    Co-Chairperson, ENT

  • Dr. Syed Akram

    Member, Critical Care Medicine

  • Dr. Franklin Roy

    Member, Critical Care Medicine

  • Dr. Balachandran

    Member, Critical Care Medicine

  • Dr. P. M. Raghuraman

    Member, ENT

Website Committee

  • Dr. Kingsley S

    Chairperson, Transfusion Medicine

  • Dr. Jayaselva Senthilkumar TP

    Co-Chairperson, Neurosurgery

  • Dr. Shivaprasad G

    Member, Transfusion Medicine

  • Dr. Tamilarasi

    Member, Transfusion Medicine

Workshop Committee

  • Dr. Rachula Daniel

    Chairperson, Physiology

  • Dr. Aneesh Basheer

    Co-Chairperson, General Medicine

  • Dr. Monisha J

    Co-Chairperson, Biochemistry

  • Dr. Swetha Ramani C K

    Member, Anesthesiology

  • Dr. Ashok C

    Member, Neonatalogy

  • Dr. Dhileeban C M

    Member, Emergency Medicine

  • Dr. Hari Prasad S

    Member, Emergency Medicine

  • Dr. Anantha K N R

    Member, Physiology

  • Dr. Deepankumar T

    Member, General Medicine

  • Dr. Kumaravel J

    Member, CCTR & Pharmacology

  • Dr. Rishab C

    Member, Orthopedics

Finance Committee

  • Dr. Jennie S

    Chairperson, General Medicine

  • Dr. R. Sundara raja Perumal

    Co-Chairperson, Radiology

  • Dr. Balaji R

    Co-Chairperson, Pathology

  • Dr. Vignesh V

    Member, General Medicine

  • Dr. Vundinty Vennela

    Member, General Medicine

Core Coordination Committee

  • Ms. Madhumitha M

    Member, SRM CCP

  • Dr. Kumaravel J

    Member, SRM CCTR

  • Dr. Preethika A

    Member, SRM CCTR

  • Dr. Aamina Hussain

    Member, Community Medicine

  • Dr. Victor R Lazar

    Member, Radiology

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Conference Registration Tariff

Category Phase 1 – Early Bird until Aug 15 Phase 2 – Regular Aug 16 – Sept 30 Phase 3 – Spot From Oct 1 onwards On-spot registration available
Member / Fellows ₹5,000 ₹6,500 ₹8,000
Non-Member ₹6,000 ₹7,500 ₹9,000
Student ₹2,000 ₹2,500 ₹3,000
Accompanying ₹2,000 ₹2,000 ₹2,000
Foreign Delegate (USD $) 175 USD $ 225 USD $ 275 USD $
Workshop ₹1,500 ₹2,000 ₹3,000
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Registration

Dates

Pre-Conference Workshop:
Oct 08, 2026 Main Conference:
Oct 09–11, 2026

Venue

SRM Medical College Hospital
and Research Centre, SRMIST,
Kattankulathur, Chennai

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For online registrations and other detail

namscon.2026@srmist.edu.in

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