AOI Puducherry

CME on Snoring, Sleep Apnea, and Allergic Rhinitis

The Indian Medical Association, Cuddalore Branch, in association with the Association of Otolaryngologists of India, Puducherry Chapter and Micro Labs Limited, organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program on 2nd April 2023 at Le Pondy Resorts, Puducherry. The event featured two highly informative sessions by eminent speakers. Dr. Vijayakrishnan P, Head of the Department of Snoring and Sleep Disorders, MERF, Chennai, delivered a lecture on “Snoring and Sleep Apnea – Is it to be Worried?”. He shed light on the growing prevalence of sleep apnea, its impact on health, and the importance of early diagnosis and intervention. The second session, titled “Allergic Rhinitis – How to Breathe Easy, Live Freely?”, was presented by Dr. T. Anand Chokkalingam, ENT Consultant and Head and Neck Surgeon from Easwar Hospital, Ramanathapuram. He discussed effective strategies for managing allergic rhinitis, focusing on improving patients’ quality of life through timely treatment and preventive measures. The CME witnessed active participation from medical professionals across specialties, sparking engaging discussions and knowledge exchange. The attendees found the interactive Q&A session at the end of the event to be highly educative.

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