Chennai, 18th March 2025 : The recently concluded International Symposium on Medical Academic Publishing, held in Chennai, by the Department of
Rheumatology, Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet and the Collaborative of Indian
Rheumatology Editors (CIRE) was a resounding success. It brought together
experts, researchers, and professionals from around the world to discuss the
latest trends and challenges in medical research and publishing. Over 250
delegates from various parts of the country participated. Young undergraduates
and postgraduates from the city medical colleges attended the event.
Editors-in-chief (EiC) of reputed international and national
journals spoke and gave their insights at the event. Prof. Ernest Choy,
Consultant Rheumatologist and Professor, Cardiff University School of Medicine,
UK and also the EiC of ‘Rheumatology (Oxford)’ , Prof. James Cheng-Chung Wei,
Professor, Chung Shan Medical University, Taiwan and Editor-in-Chief,
International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases and Dr Suchitra Kataria, Founder
and Managing Director, Melange Communications, Singapore, Senior Digital Health
Consultant, Stem LLC, NY, USA and Expert on Big Data and AI were the
international experts who shared their experience and knowledge.
Indian experts included Dr Samiran Panda (EiC of ICMR’s
official publication, the Indian Journal of Medical Research) and Prof Vinod
Ravindran (co-editor of Rheumatology (Oxford) and the former EiC of the Indian
Journal of Rheumatology and the Journal of the Royal College of Physicians of
Edinburgh).
There were two mini workshops which gave hands-on experience
for the participants on manuscript writing and reviewing. The summit concluded
with a panel discussion led by Dr Mohit Goyal, a Consultant Rheumatologist and
member of CIRE, touching upon the various aspects of editorial process,
publication ethics, and misconduct.
“Hosting the first International Symposium on Medical
Academic Publishing was a unique experience, as we brought together editors
from reputed international and national journals to interact with young minds
(undergraduate and postgraduate students) as well as faculty members from
medical colleges. Throughout the symposium, participants engaged in
thought-provoking panel discussions, interactive workshops, and had networking
opportunities centered on the future of medical academic publishing. Topics
such as manuscript writing & reviewing, biostatistics, artificial
intelligence, ethical standards, editorial and peer review processes, and the
evolving role of digital platforms were thoroughly explored by renowned experts
in the field”. said Dr Sham S,
Organising Secretary and Senior Consultant Rheumatologist, Kauvery Hospital,
Alwarpet.
The conference was also presided over by Dr Iyappan
Ponnuswamy, Medical Director Kauvery Hospital Chennai, Dr Mahesh Kumar Medical
Superintendent Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet and Dr Sivaram Kannan, Clinical Lead
& Chief Consultant Physician, Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet who also
felicitated the international faculties.
Speaking on the same Dr
Aravindan Selvaraj Co-Founder and Executive Director Kauvery Group of Hospitals
said, “It was an honor for Kauvery Hospital to collaborate with CIRE in
hosting the first International Symposium on Medical Academic Publishing. It
was truly inspiring to see experts and researchers from across the globe come
together to share insights and address the latest trends and challenges in
medical research and publishing. The symposium provided a valuable platform for
networking and collaboration, and we are confident that the discussions and
ideas exchanged will have a lasting impact on the field of medical academia. We
look forward to building on this momentum and continuing to contribute to the
advancement of medical knowledge.”