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Community and Family Medicine: Challenges and Opportunities
When the world is again facing the threat of deadly infections the roles and responsibilities of family doctors need to be assessed and recognised. National authorities and the WHO are monitoring the development very closely, and international resources and expertise are being pooled together to fight the battle.We need to emphasize on the function of family doctors and primary care team for early detection during emergencies. We need to acknowledge the role of community based and primary care practitioners and their differences. The coming up webinar with Dr Bhola Nath M.B.B.S MD DNB PhD IIHMR, Jaipur FRCP (Glasgow), Additional Professor (CFM) AIIMS Bathinda will give the chance to you to have a better understanding of the Challenges and Opportunities for Community and Family Medicine.
About the Speaker
Dr Bhola Nath
M.B.B.S ,Additional Professor (CFM) AIIMS Bathinda (King George’s Medical College, Lucknow, India) MD in Social and Preventive Medicine (King George’s Medical University, Lucknow) DNB (Social and Preventive Medicine) PhD IIHMR, Jaipur FRCP (Glassgow)
Upcoming Case Discussions
Diabetes and GI Disorders: Understanding the Connection
Dr. Firdous Shaikh is a highly esteemed Consultant Diabetologist and Metabolic Physician based in Mumbai, India, with over six years of experience in diabetes care. Currently, she serves at the Shri Kapol Utkarsh Mandal and Jyoti Clinic, where she has been providing expert consultation since December 2018. Previously, Dr. Shaikh worked as an Associate Consultant Diabetologist at Lina Diabetes Care Centre and held positions at Shetty Nursing Home and Jyoti Polyclinic. She completed his Fellowship in Diabetes and Endocrinology from the Royal College of Physicians in the UK and underwent residency training in Diabetology at the Asian Heart Institute. Dr. Shaikh is dedicated to advancing diabetes management and improving patient outcomes through personalized care and ongoing education.
Pediatric Epilepsy: Diagnosis and Long-term Management
Pediatric epilepsy is a neurological disorder marked by recurrent seizures, affecting around 1% of children worldwide. Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management, involving a thorough clinical history, physical exams, EEG, and imaging studies like MRI. Identifying seizure type and underlying causes—such as genetic, structural, or metabolic factors—guides treatment strategies. Long-term management typically includes antiepileptic medications tailored to seizure type and child response, with regular monitoring for side effects and efficacy. For medication-resistant cases, additional treatments like dietary therapy (e.g., ketogenic diet), vagus nerve stimulation, or surgery may be explored. Beyond seizure control, managing comorbidities such as cognitive delays, behavioral issues, and psychosocial challenges is essential for holistic care. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers, caregivers play a key role in monitoring, ensuring adherence, and supporting the child’s quality of life, education, and social integration.
Latest Surgical Approaches to Oral Cancer
Recent advancements in surgical approaches to oral cancer have emphasized precision and minimally invasive techniques. Robotic-assisted surgery and transoral laser microsurgery allow for enhanced accuracy, reducing damage to surrounding tissues. Surgeons also increasingly use image-guided technology, which enhances visualization and helps remove tumors more effectively. Sentinel lymph node biopsy has become a standard for early-stage oral cancer, enabling better staging with minimal invasiveness. These advancements contribute to faster recovery times, reduced complications, and improved overall outcomes for patients.
Urinary Tract Infections: Clinical Approach and Management
An infection of the urinary system is known as a urinary tract infection (UTI). The urethra (urethritis) may be affected by this kind of infection (pyelonephritis) kidneys, bladder (cystitis). A consequence of kidneys' blood-filtering function is urine, or pee. When waste materials and extra water are eliminated from your circulation, your kidneys produce urine. Normally, urine passes through your urinary system uncontaminated. However, UTIs can result from bacteria entering the urinary system.
The Gut-Brain Overlooked Connection
The gut microbiome and the central nervous system (CNS) are connected by a sophisticated, two-way communication mechanism called the gut-brain connection, or gut-brain axis. This system is essential for controlling a number of physiological and mental processes, including as behavior, emotion, and thought processes. The gastrointestinal system is home to a complex colony of billions of microorganisms known as the gut microbiome. These microbes are essential for immunological responses, nutrition absorption, and digestion. According to recent studies, the gut microbiota also influences how the central nervous system functions normally. Numerous methods, such as the release of hormones, neurotransmitters, and cytokines, are used by the gut-brain axis to interact. These signals have the ability to move from the gut to the brain and back again, impacting physiological and cognitive functions.