Cytocon 2023
- EVENT: 53rd Annual Conference of the Indian Academy of Cytologists.
- LOCATION: Auditorium - Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- CONFERENCE TYPE - Both Physical and Virtual Live.
- THEME - Building Bridges and filling gaps in knowledge.
- DATES - 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th October 2023.
- CREDITS - 6 CREDIT HOURS BY MADHYA PRADESH MEDICAL COUNCIL.
500+ Seats
30+ Speakers
400+ institution Invited
200+ Papers & Posters
4 Workshops
National Quiz for PG
ABOUT EVENT
Welcome to CYTOCON 2023
53rd Annual Conference of the Indian Academy of Cytologists organised by the Department of Pathology, Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior in association with Gwalior Pathologists and Microbiologist Association.
- A four day academic fiesta celebrating the nuances in Cytopathology.
- One on one interaction with Cytopathologists of National and International repute.
- Pre conference CME on Salivary gland pathology, the whole day packed with lectures exploring and exposing difficulties in Salivary gland Cytology.
- Post conference workshops with limited spots for hands on training in Cervical cytology, Squash Cytology, Urine Cytology and Cell block preparation. For physical delegates only.
- Exciting competitions including award papers, proffered papers, posters, quizzes, panels and one of a kind art and poetry in cytopathology.
Foreword
Dr. Reena Bharadwaj
President, IAC
IAC President's message
At the outset, I would like to extend my deep gratitude to all the members of the Indian Academy of Cytology for giving me the proud privilege and the singular honor to serve as the President. Cytology has a vast and rapidly advancing diagnostic armamentarium. It has progressed to advance ancillary techniques like immunocytochemistry, FISH and PCR to enhance personalized medicine in targeted therapy.
On a personal note, I have witnessed a transformational growth in this field along with the Academy. We must continue to strive to upgrade our skills and keep abreast with contemporary techniques. Teaching the budding cytologists is a primordial role for each of us along with the imperative requirement to roadmap intuitive and translational research. It is heartening to know that the State Chapters are also continuously and consistently aligning with these objectives and disseminating the knowledge, know-how and expertise to the young members. I appeal to all members to attend both CMEs and workshops at the State, National and International levels in large numbers and participate in the General Body Meetings to take the Academy forward with newer ideas. As this Newsletter reaches you, Gajaraja Medical College, Gwalior must be busy preparing for the next Annual Conference. I wish them all the best and I am sanguine it will be a grand success.
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Dr. Bharat Rekhi
Secretary, IAC
IAC Secretary's message
Dear All, It is heartening to see that the forthcoming CYTOCON2023 is being held in the city of Gwalior which is known for its rich cultural, spiritual, and musical heritage. The organizing team led by Prof. Rajesh Gaur and Dr. Sudha Iyengar from the Department of Pathology, Gajra Raja Medical College is actively striving towards making this an academic and cultural extravaganza.
The conference is aptly themed at building bridges and filling gaps in knowledge. There are several interesting sessions, including orations, slide seminars, symposia, workshops, posters, and platform presentations, reflecting a wide range of scientific content in cytopathology along with sessions such as art in pathology and hymns to tickle your creative side. Besides enhancing knowledge there would be opportunities to network with experts, colleagues from other places, and friends. Therefore, I welcome you all for your active participation in making this another memorable conference.
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Prof. Dr. Akshay K Nigam
Dean, Gajra Raja Medical College
Chief Patron, Cytocon 2023
Chief Patron's message
It is a great pleasure to know that Department of Pathology, Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior in association with Gwalior Pathologists and microbiologists association (GPMA) are organizing 53rd annual conference of Indian academy of cytologists " CYTOCON 2023" from 27th to 30th October 2023 at Auditorium, Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Gwalior and in Gajra Raja Medical College premises.
Cytopathology being an important branch of pathology provides myriads of preoperative investigations, screening methods and minimally invasive advanced techniques for clinching the diagnosis and hence for better and early start of patient management. Presence of eminent cytopathologists from abroad as well as India is the highlight of the conference and of immense benefit for attending delegates. The ensuing inter-personal discussions in CME and hands-on workshops will facilitate sharing of knowledge and experience of the speakers in Cytopathology. I express my best wishes to all the participants and wish it a grand success.
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Dr. Rajesh Gaur
Organizing Chairperson
Organizing Chairperson's message
Dear Colleagues, Members and Friends, It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you all to the 53rd annual conference of the Indian Academy of Cytologists “CYTOCON 2023” being held in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh organized by the Department of Pathology, Gajra Raja Medical College in association with Gwalior Pathologist and Microbiologist Association. We bring you the academic spectacle “CYTOCON 2023” in a hybrid format for the first time.
Cytocon 2023 unites cytologists, pathologists, trainees and mentors across the country and beyond under one roof for brushing up their knowledge and exchange of ideas. The conference will exhibit a large number of proffered papers, posters, power-packed with pre-conference CME and post-conference workshops guided by renowned cytopathologists. Other highlights of the conference are quizzes for postgraduates, one kind of art and poetry in Cytopathology. Founded by King Suraj Sen and the birthplace of the great musician Tansen, Gwalior is the City of hidden treasure, and architectural wonders and has its royal charm reflected by its striking architecture and rich cultural heritage We assure you a scholastic extravaganza and welcome you to enjoy the grandeur of the city. We look forward to your support, cooperation and active participation.
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Dr. Sudha Iyengar
Organizing Secretary
Organizing Secretary's message
It is my utmost privilege and honour to welcome you all to the 53rd annual conference of the Indian Academy of cytologist to be held from 27-10-2023 to 30-10-2023 hosted by the Department of Pathology G.R. Medical College in Association with Gwalior pathologist and microbiologist Association (GPMA). At the outset, I am immensely grateful to the national and international faculty who will grace this conference and share with us all their expertise and nuances in the field of cytology.
I warmly welcome all the teaching faculties, dear postgraduate trainees, practitioners, pathologists, and lab technologists to this grand academic event. I along with my able organizing committee extend a warm welcome to all the international speakers national and all the delegates. I am sure CYTOCON 2023 will enrich the cytology knowledge of one and all and help us in giving better faster and more accurate diagnoses and aid in better patient care. See you all at CYTOCON 2023!
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Cytocon Highlights 2023
Oration
Dr. P. N. Wahi oration
Dr Ravi Mehrotra, Delhi
Seminar
Awardee for Ernest Fernandes slide seminar
Dr Venkateswaran Iyer, A.I.I.M.S. New Delhi
Lecture
Dr. Subhash Kumari Gupta Memorial lecture
Dr Manjula Jain, New Delhi
Symposium
Symposium on Cases illustrating the upcoming Joint IAC-IARC WHO System for Reporting Soft Tissue Cytopathology
Moderator: Dr Bharat Rekhi, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
Pre-conference CME
Pre - Conference CME on Salivary Gland Cytopathology: Solving Difficult Cases and Mastering Emerging Concepts
Moderator: Dr Nalini Gupta, P.G.I.M.S. Chandigarh.
Faculty
Dr Zubair W. Baloch
University of Pennsylvania, USA
Dr Xiaohua Qian
Stanford, USA
Dr. Ravi Mehrotra
Emory University, USA
Dr. Manjula Jain
ESIC medical college, Faridabad
Dr. Venkateswaran Iyer
AIIMS, New DelhiDr. Bharat Rekhi
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Dr. Nalini Gupta
PGIMER Chandigarh
Dr. Meherbano Mustafa Kamal
GMC, Nagpur
Dr. Shilpa Rao
NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Dr. Seema Kaushal
AIIMS, New delhi
Pre Conference CME Faculty
Dr. Nalini Gupta
Dr. Radhika Srinivasan
Dr. Shubhda Kane
Dr. Shilpi Agarwal
Dr. Guliz A Barkan
Dr. Swati Mehrotra
Dr. Munita Menon
Dr. Aanchal Kakkar
Dr. Deepali Jain
Dr. Zameer Lateef
Dr. Indu Arun
Dr. Julian Crasta
Dr. Vidya Chandraprabha
Dr. Ram Naval Rao
Dr. Meeta Singh
Dr. Haimanti Sarin
Dr. Pavneet Kaur Selhi
Workshop Faculty
Dr. Jasvinder Kaur Bhatia
Dr. Meherbano Mustafa Kamal
Dr. Shilpi Agarwal
Dr. Divya Midha
Dr. Meenakshi Swain
Dr. Rasika Gadkari
Dr. Deepali Jain
Dr. Bharat Rekhi
Dr. Shilpa Rao
Dr. Seema Kaushal
Dr. Madhusmita Jena
Dr. Debashish Gochhait
Dr. Veena V.S.
Dr. Anuradha Kusum
Dr. Anuradha Calicut Kini Rao
Dr. Sambit K. Mohanty
IAC Office Bearers
Dr. Reena Bhardwaj
President
Dr. Radhika Srinivasan
President Elect
Dr. Bharat Rekhi
Secretary
Dr. Shilpi Agrawal
Treasurer
Dr. Venkat Iyer
A&E Committee
Dr. Nalini Gupta
EQA Chairperson
Dr. Sandeep Mathur
Webmaster
Dr. Dev Prasoon
Rule Master
Dr. Prabal Deb
Editor journal of Cytology
Dr. R G W Pinto
Chairperson International Affairs Committee
Dr. Indranil Chakrabarti
Editor newsletter
Dr. Shyama Jain
Indian Editor, Acta Cytologica
Cytocon Organisers 2023
Team
Organizing Chairperson, Prof.Dr.Rajesh Gaur with his 'Team CYTOCON 2023”
Support Staff, Dept of Pathology GRMC Gwalior
Dean, Gajra Raja Medical College
Chief Patron,Cytcon 2023
Chief Patron,Cytcon 2023
Prof. Dr. Akshay K Nigam
Organising Chairperson
Prof. Dr. Rajesh Gaur
Co-organising Chairperson
Dr. Ashwini Lekhi
Organising Secretary
Dr. Sudha Iyengar
Co-organising Secretary
Dr. Pankaj Goyal
Scientific Coordinator
Dr. Sudha Iyengar
Dr. Prakriti Gupta
Dr. Sanjeev Gupta
Paper/ Poster
Dr. Shilpi Sikarwar
Dr. Reema Bhushan
Faculty Hospitality
Dr. Arti Gupta
Dr. Archana Evney
Dr. Sapna Dhakad
Dr. Rakesh Singh Baghel
Registration management
Dr. Jyoti P. Shrivastav
Dr. Reena Jain
Trade management
Dr. Arun Jain
Dr. Sunita Rai
Dr. Suneel Sharma
Food and venue
Dr. Aakash Mehra
Dr. Saurabh Shrivastava
Dr. Amit Niranjan
Dr. Sachin Singhal
Transportation
Dr. Mahesh Yadav
Dr. Neeraj Pancholi
Transportation
Dr. Ravi Bhagat
Dr. Vinod Kumar Manjhi
Accounts
Dr. Gajendra Pal Singh
Dr. Sunita Rai
Dr. Amit Niranjan
Workshop coordinator
Dr. Pankaj Goel
Dr. Saurabh Shrivastava
Dr. Sunita Rai
Dr. Reema Bhushan
Dr. Amit Niranjan
Flashback
Dr. Satya Monga and Dr. J N Monga with MBBS batch of 1975-76 at GajraRaja Medical College, Gwalior at an informal Holi celebration. An expert always surrounded by her students.
Flashback
Dr. Satya Monga with Dr. B D Chaurasiya.
GWALIOR’S HOTEL LIST
LIST OF HOTELS
- 4 star
- Available
Clarks INN Suites
INR 5000 to INR 7500 for Single and Double Room Occupancy
3.6 kms from venue
- 5 star
- Available
Hotel The Central Park
INR 4000 to INR 4500 for Single Room Occupancy
5.9 kms from venue
- 3 star
- Available
The Moziac Hotel
INR 2500 and INR 2800 for Single and Double Room Occupancy
6.5 kms from venue
- 3 star
- Available
MPT Tansen Residency
INR 4000 to INR 4500 for Single Room Occupancy
5.7 kms from venue
Workshop topics
Cellblock: A perfect bridge, and a great resource!
Dr. Bharat Rekhi, TMH, Mumbai and team
Grey zones in gynaec cytology with challenging cases.
Dr. Meherbano Mustafa Kamal, GMC, Nagpur and team
Urine cytology workshop: Navigating the Murky World of Urine Cytology through Paris (system): Daily struggles, Reactive Mimics and Pitfalls
Dr. Seema Kaushal, AIIMS, Delhi and team
Squash cytology: Master of intraoperative diagnosis in neuropathology
Dr. Shilpa Rao, NIMHANS, Bangalore and team
National Quiz in Cytology - 29th October 2023
- Preliminary round - Mini MCQ test with all participants in teams of 2-3.
- Final round - Main quiz with 5 teams comprising questions of different categories, photomicrographs, IHC image, match the picture of scientists etc.
- 2 winner teams and exciting prizes!!!!!
PAPER/POSTER
AWARD PAPERS
Guidelines
- Please visit Cytoindia website: https://www.cytoindia.com for the guidelines.
- Mail your papers to secty.iac@gmail.com.
Publication Specifications
- Full paper to be submitted by 27th August 2023 (only abstract will not be accepted). Guidelines for the submission of abstract for Nalini Bai Thakkar Award, Jwala Devi Award, Col. D.B.Nayar Memorial Award, Dr. Monisha & Dr. Panna Choudhury Memorial Award and Dr Satya Monga Award will be available in the website https://www.cytoindia.com. The guidelines can be reached by navigating - About us>>IAC SOP
POSTERS
Abstract Submission
- Candidate can submit only one abstract – either for a paper or for a poster presentation
- Mail your abstracts to cytocon2023@gmail.com.
Guidelines for Poster
- Registration for physical attendance is mandatory
- Abstract of paper/poster should be strictly on the subject/topic pertaining to cytology
- The abstract shall be written in English
- The abstract text shall not exceed 300 words. This word limit does not include title of the paper, name of author(s) and their affiliation(s)
- The abstract shall be submitted under following headings: -Title (entire title in capital letters), name and affiliation of each author (presenting author’s name shall be underlined). The presenting author should submit his/her complete postal address, mobile number and e-mail id for correspondence
- Text of abstract should be structured using Times New Roman size 12 font and should be under following headings: Introduction, Objectives, Case report and Conclusion
- Session timings and other relevant information will be available soon on the website
- The last date of abstract submission is 27th August 2023. The poster should not be submitted in other conference/journal.
- The poster should not be submitted in other conferences/ journals.
Guidelines for Presentation
- All presentations shall be in English
- The contents of the poster for case report and case series should be under the following headings: Introduction, Objectives, Case report, Discussion and Conclusion
- The font selected for the title should be larger than that for the rest of the text
- Use of illustrations/images/photographs is recommended to show the relevant details
PROFERRED PAPERS
Abstract Submission
- Mail your abstracts to cytocon2023@gmail.com.
Guidelines for Paper
- Registration for physical attendance is mandatory
- Abstract of paper/poster should be strictly on the subject/topic pertaining to cytology
- The abstract shall be written in English
- The abstract text shall not exceed 300 words. This word limit does not include title of the paper, name of author(s) and their affiliation(s)
- Abstract shall be submitted under following headings: - Title (entire title in capital letters), name and affiliation of each author (presenting author’s name shall be underlined). The presenting author should submit his/her complete postal address, mobile number and e-mail id for correspondence
- Text of abstract should be structured using Times New Roman size 12 font and should be under following headings: Introduction, Aim/Objective, Material and Method, Observation/Result and Conclusion
- Session timings and other relevant information will be available soon on the website
- The last date of abstract submission is 27th August 2023. The paper should not be submitted in other conference/journal.
- The paper should not be submitted in other conferences/ journals.
Guidelines for Presentation
- All presentations shall be in English. Maximum 10 slides
- All presentations shall be in the form of a powerpoint presentation. (Microsoft Windows 7 or later file- no restriction on the number of slides). Name of the presenter to be mentioned
- Each paper is permitted 7 minutes for presentation followed by 2 minutes for discussion pertaining to that paper
- All presenters shall carefully follow the allotted time limit
- Disclosure of conflict of interest: For full transparency, any commercial affiliation or conflict of interest shall be declared and identified at the beginning of oral presentation by each presenter
- NOTE: Abstracts will be reviewed and participant will be informed about the category (paper/poster)
ARTIFYING PATHOLOGY
- One-of-a-kind competitions for Pathologists of all ages.
- Submit your artwork in the form of paintings, drawings, sculptures, digital art, collages or any other media on the theme 'Cells say it all' ..... 'It's all there in cells'
- Mail us a photo first on cytocon2023@gmail.com and bring your artworks to the venue to be displayed and applauded by Cytopathologists from all over India
HYMNS & PATHOLOGY
- Tell us about the Cell you saw or the stain you liked, or maybe the case that kept you awake all night....
- Submit your poetry for nationwide adulation and exciting prizes. Mail us at cytoindia2023@gmail.com. Grab a chance to recite it in the conference.
- Win a chance to feature on the Cytoindia website with your submission
Programme Schedule
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Registration
Registration Fee
PRE-CONFERENCE CME FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | INR 3200 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | INR 3350 |
| Resident | INR 2400 |
| International Consultant | INR 4000 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | INR 2050 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | INR 2150 |
| Accompanying Person | INR 2400 |
| Profession | Timely | Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | INR 2100 | INR 2400 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | INR 2200 | INR 2500 |
| Resident | INR 1600 | INR 1800 |
| International Consultant | INR 2600 | INR 3000 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | INR 1350 | INR 1550 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | INR 1400 | INR 1600 |
MAIN CONFERENCE FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | INR 8850 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | INR 9300 |
| Resident | INR 6000 |
| International Consultant | INR 10250 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | INR 5050 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | INR 5300 |
| Accompanying Person | INR 6000 |
| Profession | Timely | Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | INR 5750 | INR 6650 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | INR 6050 | INR 6950 |
| Resident | INR 3900 | INR 4500 |
| International Consultant | INR 6700 | INR 7700 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | INT 3300 | INR 3800 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | INT 3450 | INR 4000 |
WORKSHOP FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | INR 3800 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | INR 4000 |
| Resident | INR 3350 |
| International Consultant | INR 4650 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | INR 3200 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | INR 3350 |
| Accompanying Person | INR 3350 |
Registration
Registration Fee
PRE-CONFERENCE CME FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | USD 40 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | USD 45 |
| Resident | USD 30 |
| International Consultant | USD 50 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | USD 25 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | USD 30 |
| Accompanying Person | USD 30 |
| Profession | Timely | Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | USD 30 | USD 30 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | USD 30 | USD 35 |
| Resident | USD 20 | USD 25 |
| International Consultant | USD 35 | USD 40 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | USD 20 | USD 20 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | USD 20 | USD 20 |
MAIN CONFERENCE FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | USD 110 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | USD 115 |
| Resident | USD 75 |
| International Consultant | USD 125 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | USD 65 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | USD 65 |
| Accompanying Person | USD 75 |
| Profession | Timely | Spot |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | USD 75 | USD 85 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | USD 75 | USD 85 |
| Resident | USD 50 | USD 55 |
| International Consultant | USD 85 | USD 95 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | USD 45 | USD 50 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | USD 45 | USD 50 |
WORKSHOP FEE
| Profession | Spot |
|---|---|
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Member) | USD 50 |
| Pathology Consultant (IAC Non-member) | USD 50 |
| Resident | USD 45 |
| International Consultant | USD 60 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Member) | USD 40 |
| Cytotechnologist (IAC Non-member) | USD 45 |
| Accompanying Person | USD 45 |
Registration Guidelines
- Pre-Conference CME registration is open only for delegates of the Main Conference.
- Workshop Registration is open only for delegates of the Main Conference.
- ONLY CME/ workshop registration is NOT allowed
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