Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar successfully hosted the 3rd Edition of MANIPAL AIRCON 2026 here, bringing together leading anaesthesiologists, critical care specialists, and airway management experts for a comprehensive academic conference focused on perioperative excellence and advanced airway care.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 100 delegates, including 25 distinguished faculty members from various institutions, making it a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange and skill enhancement.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Dr Jitamitra Mishra, President, Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Bhubaneswar City Branch, in the presence of Dr Saktimaya Mohapatra, Cluster Director (South East), Manipal Hospitals. The conference was organised under the leadership of Chairperson Dr Swarnamayee Sathpathy, with Dr Sujata Priyadarshini serving as the Organising Secretary and Dr Bhagya Ranjan Jena leading the Scientific Committee. Their collective efforts played a pivotal role in curating a high-quality academic programme that blended evidence-based learning with practical clinical training.
The scientific programme featured six insightful lectures covering both Basic Airway Management and Difficult Airway Management, with discussions centred on practical approaches, patient safety, emergency preparedness, and recent advancements in airway care. The conference also emphasised experiential learning through eight highly interactive hands-on workshops designed to strengthen clinical expertise in managing routine and complex airway scenarios.
Key workshop sessions included Advanced Airway Simulation, Fibreoptic Intubation Techniques, Videolaryngoscopy, Emergency Cricothyrotomy, Difficult Airway Algorithms, Ultrasound-Guided Airway Assessment, Airway Management in Critical Care, and Paediatric Airway Management. The workshops enabled delegates to gain practical exposure under the guidance of experienced faculty members and industry experts.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jitamitra Mishra, President, Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Bhubaneswar City Branch, said, “Continuous academic engagement and practical training are essential to strengthening airway management practices and enhancing perioperative patient safety. MANIPAL AIRCON 2026 has provided an excellent platform for healthcare professionals to exchange knowledge, sharpen clinical skills, and stay updated with evolving techniques and innovations in airway care.”
Adding to this, Dr Saktimaya Mohapatra, Cluster Director (South East), Manipal Hospitals, said, “Airway management remains one of the most critical components of perioperative and emergency care. Conferences like MANIPAL AIRCON 2026 play an essential role in bridging academic learning with real-world clinical practice, ultimately improving patient outcomes and strengthening preparedness among healthcare professionals.”
MANIPAL AIRCON 2026 further reinforced Manipal Hospital’s commitment to continuous medical education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clinical excellence in anaesthesia and critical care. The conference also highlighted the institution’s focus on fostering advanced skill development and bringing contemporary global practices in airway management closer to healthcare professionals across the region.
