Sun Nov 03 13:01:32 UTC 2024: ## Kerala Cardiologists Discuss Heart Health at Annual Conference

**Alappuzha, November 3, 2024:** The two-day annual State conference of the Cardiological Society of India, Kerala Chapter (CSI-K) concluded on Sunday, bringing together over 300 cardiologists, faculty members, and researchers from across Kerala.

The conference covered a wide range of topics, including preventive cardiology, complex interventions, the impact of diet on heart health, and complications management. A dedicated session for DM/DNB postgraduates focused on echocardiography for congenital heart disease, providing specialized training.

Dr. Jayagopal P.B., president of CSI-K, inaugurated the conference on Saturday, emphasizing the critical importance of time in cardiac emergencies. “Every second counts in a cardiac emergency,” he said, highlighting the need for well-equipped hospitals and rapid-response systems.

The inaugural event also saw the launch of the latest issue of Kerala Heart Journal and a book titled “Atlas of Echocardiography in Congenital Heart Disease.”

Organizing chairman Dr. K.S. Mohanan, organizing secretary Dr. Sajan Ahmad, CSI-K vice president Dr. Sivaprasad K., secretary Dr. Ashraf S.M., and treasurer Dr. Ravindran spoke at the inaugural session.

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