30 Sep 2025

Celebration of World Heart Day & CPD Program for Nursing Officers

Report on Celebration of World Heart Day & CPD Program for Nursing Officers Venue: JJ Hospital, Mumbai Date: 30th September 2025 On the occasion of World Heart Day 2025, a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program was organized at JJ Hospital for nursing officers. Participants included nursing officers from JJ Hospital as well as delegates from Nagpur and Latur. The program aimed to enhance professional knowledge and skills in the prevention, management, and nursing care of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). The program was inaugurated by Dr. Sanjay Surase, Medical Superintendent, along with Matron Mrs. Yojna Beldar, Principal and Organising Chairperson Dr. Aparna B. Sankhe, and Organising Secretary Mrs. Hemalata Gajbe. All faculty members of the College of Nursing, JJ Hospital, and around 150 nursing officers actively participated. Scientific Sessions: Dr. Sanjay Surase delivered an insightful talk on risk factors of CVD and control measures. Dr. Aparna B. Sankhe, Organising Chairperson, presented the Keynote Address, highlighting the increasing incidence and prevalence of CVD, challenges faced, and future directions for prevention. Dr. Prafulla Salunke, Teacher, College of Nursing, JJ Hospital, spoke on lifestyle modification for cardiac health. Dr. Khalil Shaikh, Cardiologist, discussed cardiac emergencies, rapid response, and critical care management. Ms. Priya Talgoankar presented on nutrition and heart health. Mr. Vishram Kulkarni covered paediatric cardiology. Mrs. Namita Gawade elaborated on advances in cardiology nursing. Mrs. Deepa Kadam conducted a practical demonstration on Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The program ran from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, with both pre-test and post-test assessments conducted to evaluate learning outcomes. An observer from the Maharashtra Nursing Council appreciated the effective organization and quality of the CPD sessions. With the permission and support of the Dean, JJ Hospital, the event was conducted successfully and met its objectives of professional development for nursing officers.