T’puram: The 69th state conference of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Kerala chapter, titled ‘Imacon 2026’, will be held at Varkala on Saturday and Sunday.Organised by the IMA Varkala branch, the two-day conference is expected to bring together around 3,000 doctors from 118 IMA branches across the state. Around 300 postgraduate students from various medical colleges will also participate, organising committee chairperson Dr Syam D Gopal and secretary Dr Ramakrishna Babu M said.The conference will begin with the flag hoisting by IMA state president Dr M N Menon, followed by the state council meeting. The meeting will discuss and review various organisational matters. A continuing medical education programme will also be organised, featuring presentations by healthcare experts on 50 topics related to advancements in modern medicine. The IMA executive committee will also pay tribute to 100 doctors who died in the state over the past year.Health minister K Muraleedharan will inaugurate the public meeting on Sunday. The installation of the IMA state office-bearers for 2026-27 will also be held. Dr P Gopikumar will assume charge as the new state president.Discussions on topics including public health concerns and safe food practices will form part of the conference. Workshops will also be organised, while postgraduate students will present research papers and posters.Around 50 stalls showcasing various sectors of healthcare will be set up as part of the event. Cultural programmes have also been planned. The conference will conclude with a valedictory session on Sunday.
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