Father Muller Medical College Hosts ‘FMMC HEMOCON – 2026’ CME
Mangaluru, February 14, 2026: The Department of General Medicine, Father Muller Medical College (FMMC), organised a one-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme titled ‘FMMC HEMOCON – 2026’ on February 14. The theme of the conference, “Practical Hematology – Integrating Science with Clinical Care,” focused on keeping medical professionals updated with continually evolving clinical guidelines. Around 275 delegates from across Karnataka participated in the CME.
The scientific sessions commenced with a talk by Dr. Rajesh Krishna on “Drug Induced Cytopenias and Their Management,” followed by Dr. Prashantha B. who delivered a session on “A Clinical and Diagnostic Approach to Polycythemia.”
The inaugural ceremony followed, with dignitaries escorted to the dais by Dr. Smitha Bhat, Organising Chairperson and Head of the Department of Medicine; Dr. Jeffrey Lewis, Organising Secretary; and Dr. Roshan M., Convener and Former Head of the Department of Medicine.
The dignitaries present included Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo, Director of Father Muller Charitable Institutions; Rev. Fr. Dr. Michael Santhumayor, Administrator, FMMC; and Dr. Antony Sylvan Dsouza, Dean, FMMC. The Chief Guest was Dr. Chakrapani M., Professor of Medicine and Medical Superintendent of KMC Attavar, while the Guest of Honour was Dr. B. Sadananda Naik, Senior Physician from Alva’s Health Centre.
Dr. Smitha Bhat welcomed the dignitaries and delegates, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp and prayer song. Dr. Roshan M. introduced the Chief Guest. The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Chakrapani M., after which Dr. B. Sadananda Naik addressed the gathering.
In his presidential address, Rev. Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo highlighted the academic initiatives of the Department of Medicine and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to continued academic excellence. The inaugural ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Jeffrey Lewis, acknowledging the efforts of the organising committee.
The clinical sessions resumed with Dr. Chakrapani M. speaking on “Blood Products and Their Rational and Timely Use,” followed by Dr. Akshatha Nayak U. on “Peripheral Smears – What a Physician Should Focus On.” Faculty members from various medical colleges in Mangaluru and Manipal moderated the sessions. E-poster presentations by undergraduate and postgraduate students of Medicine were also conducted.
The post-lunch session featured clinical case presentations by postgraduates from Father Muller Medical College, KMC Mangaluru and KMC Manipal. These were moderated by specialists and faculty from the Departments of Medicine, Pulmonology, Cardiology, and Neurology, helping refine clinical history-taking and examination skills among participants.
The CME concluded with an engaging quiz organised by Dr. Nithin Yashas Murthy, Medical Oncologist from Manipal Hospital, which received an overwhelming response. Prizes for quiz winners and e-poster presentations were distributed by eminent physicians from Mangaluru.
Delegates provided excellent feedback on the CME, appreciating its academic depth and organisation. The programme was recognised by the Karnataka Medical Council, and delegates were awarded two credit points for attendance.
