Author: chandan giri

As part of the ongoing national mission to eradicate poliomyelitis, the Department of Community Medicine, KIMS successfully conducted the Pulse Polio Immunization Programme across two centres — Immunization Clinic, KIMS Hospital and Rural Health and Training Centre (RHTC), Kalarabankaon 12^th, 13^th, and 14^th October 2025.

The campaign aimed to ensure that every child under the age of five should receive two drops of the life-saving Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV). The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from parents and guardians, reflecting strong community engagement and awareness towards maintaining a Polio-Free India.

At RHTC, Kalarabanka, the programme was conducted under the leadership of Prof. (Dr.) Sonali Kar, Head of the Department of Community Medicine.  A total of 157 beneficiaries were immunized on 12^th October, 2025. The event was efficiently supervised by Dr. Sai Chandan Das, RHTC In-Charge, and well-coordinated by Mr. V.K. Sen Gupta, Medical Officer In-Charge (MOIC). The dedicated efforts of Mr. Sangram Mohapatra, along with the nursing, housekeeping, and support staff, ensured smooth operations. Postgraduate students (PGs) and interns conducted counselling sessions to spread awareness on polio and routine immunization.

Simultaneously, at KIMS Hospital, Immunization clinic under the supervision of Dr. Prem Sagar Panda , Immunizations In-charge and other senior faculties Prof. (Dr.) Basanta Kumar Behera which was guided by Prof. (Dr.) Sonali Kar, Head of the Department of Community Medicine.

This three-day campaign covered 321 children, with 200 children immunized on 12^th October, 73 on 13^th, and 48 on 14^th October 2025. Faculties, postgraduate residents, interns, and nursing staff worked tirelessly to ensure maximum outreach and efficiency. In all, 478 children were immunized during the combined campaign across both sites. Awareness messages on child health and routine immunization were disseminated throughout the programme.

The successful completion of the Pulse Polio Programme highlights the dedication, teamwork, and unwavering commitment of the Department of Community Medicine, KIMS, towards sustaining India’s polio-free status and promoting public health awareness.

 Doctors at Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) have successfully treated a 34-year-old woman suffering from Nodopathy and Paranodopathy, a newly discovered and extremely rare neurological disease that causes severe nerve damage leading to complete paralysis.

The disease is so rare that no data is available on its incidence in India, and it has been included in medical literature only a couple of years ago. Owing to its recent discovery, diagnosis and treatment remain major challenges across the world.

 The doctors at KIMS took up this medical challenge with determination, ensuring the patient’s recovery despite the rarity and complexity of the disease. The case demonstrates high-end treatment facilities and clinical expertise available at KIMS as well as the expertise of the doctors, cementing its position as a leading centre for advanced neurological and critical care in the region.

The patient, Subhashee Chal from Baripada in Mayurbhanj district, was admitted to KIMS on June 24 after she became completely paralysed, unable to move any part of her body except her head. Despite her critical condition, she remained fully conscious and aware throughout.

“It all began suddenly one fine morning when I couldn’t move my hands or feet,” Subhashee recalled. “I never thought I would return alive. The doctors at KIMS gave me a new life.”

Dr. Santosh Dash, Professor and Head, Department of Neurology, explained, “The patient was paralysed neck down and unable to walk or speak. We had to put her on a ventilator. This disease is exceptionally rare. Diagnosis is not possible within Odisha as the required blood tests are conducted in Kerala.”

He added, “The best part was the patient’s trust in the doctors and the hospital. The KIMS management and our Founder Sir deserve thanks for their unwavering support in such a challenging case.”

Dr. Abinash Badapanda, Assistant Professor, Department of Critical Care, KIMS, said, “She was on a ventilator for over two months. Managing such a rare and complex neurological case is a milestone in critical care treatment.

The patient has been discharged after a long stay in the hospital and is leading a normal life now.

The Founder of KIIT, KISS and KIMS Dr. Achyuta Samanta has congratulated the doctors for the pathbreaking treatment provided to the patient, wishing her a long and healthy life.

The Kalinga Institute of Nursing Sciences (KINS), successfully hosted its 11^th National Conference on 11^th October 2025. The theme, “Fostering Research Excellence: Catalyst for Professional Advancement,” set the tone for an intellectually stimulating and inspiring day of academic engagement. Organized in hybrid mode, the conference united a dynamic blend of researchers, innovators, academicians, doctoral scholars, and nursing students from across the country, creating a vibrant forum for knowledge exchange, scholarly collaboration, and professional networking.

The inaugural scientific session was led by Dr. Upasana Ghosh, Associate Professor, IAPH, Bhubaneswar, whose compelling talk on Advancing evidence through experimental design highlighted the value of methodological precision and reproducibility in research. Dr. Hepsi Joseph Bai, Assistant Professor at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, moderated the session with notable professionalism. This was followed by an illuminating presentation by Dr. Pratap Jena, Professor, KSPH, KIIT-DU, who emphasized the Development of standardized research tools and the importance of reliability testing in quantitative studies.

The session was expertly moderated by Dr. Sinmayee Devi, Principal, Lord Jagannath Mission’s College of Nursing, Bhubaneswar. Third session featured Prof. Hrudaya Kumar Tripathy, School of Computer Science, KIIT-DU, who explored the Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in nursing research. His presentation captivated the audience with real-world examples of how emerging technologies are transforming healthcare through predictive analytics and smarter clinical decisions. Dr. Ritanjali Sahoo, Principal, Aswini College of Nursing, Cuttack, moderated this session.

Post lunch Dr. Harmeet Kaur Kang, Director and Principal, Department of Nursing, Chitkara University, Punjab, spoked on Comprehensive session on manuscript preparation for publication. She shared invaluable insights on scientific writing, journal selection, and navigating the peer-review process. Dr. Pratima Prakashan, Dean, DRIEMS School of Nursing, Cuttack, moderated the session with elegance and efficiency.

A highlight of the conference was the scientific paper presentation segment, where selected participants showcased their innovative research works. The presentations fostered constructive academic dialogue, encouraging critical appraisal and peer learning among emerging and seasoned scholars alike.

The concluding session commenced with a warm welcome address by Prof. (Dr.) Niyati Das, Convener and Principal, KINS. She emphasized the pivotal role of research in advancing healthcare education and evidence-based practice. Esteemed dignitaries, including Dr. Harmeet Kaur Kang and Dr. Ashok Kumar Sahoo, Professor and Director R&D (Tech), School of Mechanical Engineering, KIIT-DU, delivered thought-provoking speeches on innovation, research methodology, and scientific integrity in healthcare. r. Amlan Panda, Asst. Registrar (R &D) KIIT DU was present & also thanked the organizers for conducting the event.

The ceremony featured the release of the e-souvenir, followed by the felicitation of distinguished guests for their exemplary contributions. Mr. Chandan Pradhan, Organizing Secretary and Associate Professor, KINS, proposed the vote of thanks, expressing heartfelt gratitude to all speakers, participants, and organizing members for making the event a resounding success.

The Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) celebrated  Blood Donor Day 2025 with a series of impactful events honouring voluntary blood donors — the true heroes who save lives and strengthen community health.

This year’s theme, “Give Blood, Give Hope: Together We Save Lives!”, highlighted gratitude toward millions of voluntary donors worldwide and encouraged more individuals to become regular contributors.

The campaign, led by Dr. Sukanta Tripathy (HOD, Transfusion Medicine), Dr. Suman Sudha Routray, and Dr. Nirupama Sahoo, emphasized the need for regular, unpaid donations and promoted a culture of blood donation among youth and the public.

Events included a Walkathon to raise awareness, followed by a voluntary blood donation drive that saw enthusiastic participation from all hospital departments.

The program was inaugurated by Dr. R.N. Samanta; Dr. R.C. Das; Dr. Manas Behera; Dr. Subhakanta Choudhury; and Dr. A. Sharma, who commended the donors’ selfless contributions. Dr. Naresh Chandra Sahoo, President of the Federation of Blood Donor Organizations, Odisha, was felicitated for his exemplary work in promoting blood donation across remote areas, while Dr. Pravat Mohanty of the NSS Wing, KIIT received appreciation for inspiring youth through large-scale donation drives.

The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony where patients’ families expressed heartfelt gratitude to donors, reaffirming the shared commitment to ensure no patient suffers due to a shortage of blood.

The success of the celebration was made possible by the KIMS Blood Centre team, led by Mr. Trilochan Senapati, along with postgraduate students and administrative staff, reflecting KIMS’s dedication to humanitarian service and the Founder’s inspiring motto, “Art of Giving.”

The KINS MSc. Nursing 2^nd year Child Health Nursing students participated in NEOCON 2025 on 21^st September 2025 at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. This 12^th Annual Conference of the National Neonatology Forum (NNF) Odisha State Branch was organized in collaboration with UNICEF, NHM Odisha and the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Odisha. 

 The event followed a pre-conference workshop on Critical child health nursing care on 20th September held at KIMS. During the conference, emphasis was placed on low-cost interventions, early respiratory management, antibiotic stewardship, RSV prophylaxis, neuro-protection in preterm infants and optimal nutrition for very-low-birth-weight babies. 

 In a scientific paper presentation session, three child health nursing specialty students of MSc. Nursing 2^nd year presented an oral research paper which was critically evaluated and appreciated by the expert evaluators.

 The 1^st prize was secured by Alonkrita Bose, KINS for the study, “Synergistic Express Breast milk plus 25% Dextrose vs 25% Dextrose in pain management of ROP – A RCT.”  The 2^nd prize was won by Soumili Setua, KINS for the study of “ Assessment of Neonatal Skin condition of Healthy Latepreterm and Term Neonates in OPD.” 

 The 3^rd prize was won by Samiskhya Paria, KINS for the study,” Assessment of Music Therapy in Pain Management in different gestational age Neonates – A RCT.” 

 These research studies were guided by Prof.(Dr.) Niyati Das, Principal KINS, Asso. Prof. Purnima Sahoo, KINS and Dr. Santosh Kumar Panda, Neonatologist, KIMS.

Dr. Liwa Patnaik, MD 2021-2024 Batch, Department of Community Medicine, Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), was awarded the Founder’s Gold Medal for All-Round Performance at the 21^st Annual Convocation of KIIT (Deemed to be University) held on 26^th September 2025.

The Founder’s Gold Medal is one of the highest honours of the University, awarded in recognition of outstanding academic performance, exemplary conduct, leadership qualities, and contribution to institutional activities. Dr. Patnaik was selected for this distinction from among 9,000 graduating students for the year 2025, including undergraduates, postgraduates, and Ph.D. scholars across various disciplines.

Dr. Patnaik expressed gratitude to Prof.(Dr.) Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT & KISS, for his vision and continuous encouragement; to the HOD of Department of Community Medicine, Prof. (Dr.) Sonali Kar for her constant mentorship, guidance and support throughout 3 years of PG training program and beyond; to all the Faculties of Dept. of Community Medicine; to the Dean and Principal, KIMS, Prof. Dr R C Das for the nomination; to the University Committee Members for the selection and the entire KIMS family including all the Faculties, seniors, colleagues, juniors and staffs.

Reflecting on the achievement, Dr. Patnaik remarked that the recognition stands as a symbol of the encouragement, guidance, mentorship, and collaborative environment fostered in the Department of Community Medicine and entire School of Medicine, KIMS. 

The KIMS fraternity congratulates Dr. Liwa Patnaik and the Community Medicine Department on this prestigious recognition and extends best wishes for her future professional endeavours.

Dr. Sunil Kumar Rout, Professor & Head of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bhubaneswar, participated in the 17^th World Congress of the International Cleft Lip and Palate Foundation, held in Frankfurt, Germany, from September 4–6, 2025.

The three-day congress brought together delegates and speakers from 41 nations, providing a platform for exchange of expertise and advancements in cleft lip, palate, and craniofacial surgery.

Dr. Rout attended a masterclass on “Secondary Rhinoplasty in CLP Patients” and presented a scientific paper titled “Distraction Osteogenesis in Craniofacial Skeleton,” based on his work in craniofacial surgery.

His presentation was well received by peers and experts at the event, thus an enriching professional engagement on the global stage.

The 14^th edition of the annual cultural festival of the School of Medicine, KIMS – Karte Blanche – commenced today with much enthusiasm, celebrating creativity, innovation, and talent among medical students.

Founder of KIIT, KISS and KIMS, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, joined the celebration as he asked the future doctors to be good human beings, irrespective of how popular they are. KIIT provides the best platform to nurture creativity and innovation. Strive to become an all-rounder,” he said. 

On the occasion, Dr. R. C. Das, Dean and Principal of KIMS, encouraged students to look beyond academics and discover their creativity. “We teach you medicine, but we also want you to innovate, explore and become doctors with humility,” he said.

Pro Vice-Chancellor of the School of Medicine, Prof. C. B. K. Mohanty, highlighted that talent is an innate quality, while KIIT Vice-Chancellor Prof. Saranjit Singh observed that doctors are multi-talented individuals. Prof. Subrat Acharya, Pro Vice-Chancellor, remarked that Karte Blanche offers students the opportunity for lateral thinking, stress relief, and the development of passions that can stay with them forever.

KIIT Registrar Prof. J. R. Mohanty, Principal of Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences Dr Ashwini Kar also participated in the celebration.

The event also witnessed the prize distribution ceremony. The MBBS batch of 2021 bagged the General Championship Grand Prize, along with the Fashion and Group Dance awards. The Dramatics Award went to the Bharatiya Drama Company.