Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar Hosts CME Workshop on Complex Angioplasty and Advanced Imaging Techniques

Bhubaneswar, 2nd August 2025: Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar successfully hosted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) session and hands-on workshop titled “Complex Angioplasty & The Role of Imaging”, organized by the Department of Cardiac Sciences. The event brought together some of the country’s leading cardiology experts, including renowned national faculty Dr. Debadatta Bhattacharya and Dr. Pankaj Manoria,along with the hospital’s accomplished in-house cardiac team.

The workshop was curated by senior specialists of the hospital including Dr. Lingaraj Nath, Senior Consultant – Interventional Cardiology & Director, Cath Lab; Dr. J.K. Padhi, Senior Consultant & Director – Interventional Cardiology; Dr. Dibyaranjan Behera, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology; Dr. Mahesh Agarwal, Consultant Cardiologist; Dr. Pradeep Kumar Dash, Consultant – Interventional Cardiology; Dr. Jitendra Nath Patnaik, Senior Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery; Dr. Biswajit Mohapatra, Consultant – Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery; and the cardiac anesthesia team comprising Dr. Vivek Chowdhury and Dr. Braja Mohan Rath.
With Bhubaneswar fast emerging as a hub for advanced healthcare in Eastern India, such academic initiatives are pivotal in equipping regional clinicians with global best practices and next-generation cardiac technologies. The session aimed to enhance clinical expertise in complex angioplasty procedures and the strategic use of imaging tools like IVUS (Intravascular Ultrasound) to improve patient outcomes.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Lingaraj Nath-Organising Secretary said, “This workshop reflects our commitment to continuously enhancing the skillsets of our clinicians with cutting-edge technologies shaping modern cardiology. At Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, we are dedicated not only to delivering exceptional treatment but also to nurturing a robust academic environment that fosters learning, collaboration, and clinical excellence. We firmly believe that education is the foundation of quality healthcare.”

The workshop began with a welcome address by the Hospital Director Dr Saktimaya Mohapatra of Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar , followed by Dr. Nath’s introduction of the guest faculty and outlining the workshop objectives. Dr. Debadatta Bhattacharya presented an insightful session on “The role of imaging in complex PCI”, while Dr. Pankaj Manoria highlighted “How IVUS has transformed interventional cardiology”. The hospital’s in-house team led a case-based discussion showcasing real-world applications of the techniques covered. The workshop concluded with an engaging Q&A session, a vote of thanks from Dr. Nath, and a networking lunch.

Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar continues to lead the way in combining clinical expertise with academic excellence, fostering knowledge-sharing platforms that elevate standards of care and strengthen the medical ecosystem across Odisha and beyond.