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December 5-6, 2025

7th Amrita International Public Health Conference 2025

Theme: Metabolic Health Matters: Pathways to Prevention & Wellness

Amrita School of Medicine
Kochi, Kerala

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Amrita International Public Health Conference 2025

The 7th Amrita International Public Health Conference (AIPHC) 2025 returns as a premier gathering of healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders from around the globe. Organized by the Departments of Community Medicine and Public Health in association with the Departments of Endocrinology and Gastroenterology from Amrita Hospital, this year’s conference centers on the theme “Metabolic Health Matters: Pathways to Prevention & Wellness.”

As metabolic disorders continue to rise globally, creating unprecedented challenges for healthcare systems and communities worldwide, AIPHC 2025 brings together cutting-edge research, clinical expertise, and public health insights to explore comprehensive approaches to metabolic health. Join us as we examine evidence-based prevention strategies, innovative wellness interventions, and sustainable population health solutions that can transform how we address metabolic conditions, from diabetes and obesity to cardiovascular disease.

Abstract Submission CLOSED.

Guidelines for Oral / Poster / Public Health Award presentations

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Highlights of the Conference

  • Pre-Conference Workshop: How to Investigate Disease Outbreaks?
    • Speaker: Dr P. Manickam, BSMS, MSc (Epid), PhD,
      Scientist F (Epidemiology),
      Head, Division of Health Systems Research,
      Professor, Faculty of Medical Research-Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR),
      ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology [ICMR-NIE]
    • Date: 4th December 2025
    • Time: Afternoon Session
    • Fees: Rs. 1,500/- in addition to Conference Registration
    • Seats Limited to the first 50 registrants 
  • Collaboration Meet
    • Date: 5th December 2025
    • Time: 5:00- 7:00 p.m.
    • Venue: Amrita Hospital, Kochi

Join us once again as we unite to tackle metabolic health challenges and explore wellness opportunities.

Amrita International Public Health Conference – 2025

The 7th Amrita International Public Health Conference (AIPHC) 2025 returns as a premier gathering of healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders from around the globe. Organized by the Departments of Community Medicine and Public Health in association with the Departments of Endocrinology and Gastroenterology from Amrita Hospital, this year’s conference centers on the theme “Metabolic Health Matters: Pathways to Prevention & Wellness.”

As metabolic disorders continue to rise globally, creating unprecedented challenges for healthcare systems and communities worldwide, AIPHC 2025 brings together cutting-edge research, clinical expertise, and public health insights to explore comprehensive approaches to metabolic health. Join us as we examine evidence-based prevention strategies, innovative wellness interventions, and sustainable population health solutions that can transform how we address metabolic conditions, from diabetes and obesity to cardiovascular disease.

Date : December 5-6, 2025

Pre Conference Workshop

  • Pre-Conference Workshop: Outbreak Response Investigation
    • Date: 4th December 2025
    • Time: Afternoon Session
    • Fees: + Rs. 1,500/-
  • Collaboration Meet
    • Date: 5th December 2025
    • Time: 5:00- 7:00 p.m.
    • Venue: Amrita Hospital, Kochi

Join us once again as we unite to tackle metabolic health challenges and explore wellness opportunities.

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    Collaboration Meet

    This year, we will be hosting a dedicated Collaborative Meet designed to foster meaningful partnerships among faculty members and interested postgraduate researchers. This meeting will bring together participants who share common research interests, creating opportunities to explore potential collaborations, share ongoing projects, and develop innovative multi-institutional research initiatives. Whether you’re investigating population-based prevention strategies, clinical interventions, or community wellness programs, this session will provide the ideal platform to connect with like-minded researchers, discuss methodological approaches, and establish collaborative networks that can advance the field of community health research.

    Interested participants can indicate their willingness to join this session during the registration process, and we will contact them with further details.

    Meet our Speakers

    Padma Shri Dr. V. Mohan
    Chairman
    Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre &
    Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai

    Dr. Anura Kurpad

     Professor of Physiology and Nutrition,
    St John’s Medical College, Bengaluru, and
    Senior Advisor, Tata Trusts, Mumbai

    Dr. Varghese Punnoose
    Principal,
    Govt Medical College, Kottayam

    Prof. Brian Oldenburg
    Professor of Public Health and Implementation Science
    Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute and La Trobe University, Australia.

    Dr. K. Ranganathan
    Professor and Head of Department
    Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
    Ragas Dental College, Chennai


    Dr. Aashish Contractor
    Director – Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
    Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai

    Dr. Nitin Kapoor

    Professor & Head (Unit 1),
    Dept. of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    Christian Medical College,Vellore

    Dr. Bhabathosh Das
    Professor and Coordinator
    Center for Microbial Research
    BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (BRIC-THSTI)
    Faridabad

    Dr P. Manickam
    Scientist F (Epidemiology),
    Head, Division of Health Systems Research,
    Professor, Faculty of Medical Research,
    Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR),
    ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology [ICMR-NIE]

    Prof. Pilvikki Absetz
    Professor of Public Health,
    Tampere University, Finland


    Prof. Michael Snyder
    Stanford W. Ascherman Professor of Genetics and Director of the Center for Genomics and Personalized Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, USA

    Dr. Vindya Kumarapeli 
    Director, Policy Analysis and Development, Ministry of Health, Sri Lanka.

    Dr. Shibu Vijayan
    Chief Medical Officer – Global Health at Qure.ai

    Dr. Aswathy S
    Professor & Head, Dept. of Community Medicine, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi

    Dr. Thankappan K R
    Professor & Head, Dept. of Public Health, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi


    Dr. P Rammanohar
    Research Director, Amrita Centre for Advanced Research in Ayurveda, Amritapuri

    Dr. Bipin Gopal 
    Deputy Director of Health Services, Directorate of Health Services, Thiruvananthapuram
    State Nodal Officer for Non-Communicable Diseases control, Elderly & Palliative Care, Cancer care and Tobacco Control Programme, Government of Kerala.

     Dr. Sairu Philip
    Principal, Government Medical College, Kannur.ai

    Dr. Manu Raj
    Professor, Dept. of Health Sciences Research, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi

    Dr. Dinesh Balakrishnan
    Dr. Dinesh BalakrishnanProfessor, Dept. of Gastro Surgery, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi


    Dr. Anupa Lucas
    Additional Professor in Community Medicine
    Govt Medical College Kottayam

    Dr. Jeemon Panniyammakal 
    Additional Professor of Epidemiology at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram.

     Dr. Priya Nair
    Clinical Associate Professor, Dept. of Gastroenterology, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi 

    Dr. Arun Valsan 
    Associate Professor & Consultant Hepatologist, Dept of Gastroenterology, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi

    Dr. Rakesh P.S
    Deputy Director (Programs) at the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) Southeast Asia office.


    Dr. Praveen Pradeep

    Associate Professor, Health Policy and Systems, Goa Institute of Management

    Dr. Prasanna Mithra P. 
    Professor and Head of Department of Community Medicine; Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore

     Dr. Uma V Sankar 
    Research Administrator, Aster Centre for Clinical Research  Aster Medcity, Kochi. 

    Dr. Rekha M. Ravindran 
    District Surveillance Officer, Health Services, District medical Office, Kollam

    Dr. Chitra Venkateswaran
    Professor & Head, Dept. of Psychiatry, Senior Mentor in Palliative Care, BC MCH, Thiruvalla  Founder-Director, Mehac Foundation

    Prof (Dr) Raman Puri Sr. Interventional Cardiologist, I P Apollo Hospital, New Delhi Founder Chairman, Lipid Association of India

    Dr.  Mohammad Ahmad 
    National Professional Officer (Research), World Health Organization, New Delhi

     Dr. Yasir Alvi 
    Associate Professor, Dept. of Community Medicine, Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, New Delhi 

    Padma Shri Dr. V. Mohan
    Padma Shri Dr. V. Mohan

    Chairman
    Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre &
    Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai

    Dr. Anura Kurpad
    Dr. Anura Kurpad

    Professor of Physiology and Nutrition,
    St John’s Medical College, Bengaluru, and
    Senior Advisor, Tata Trusts, Mumbai

    Dr. Varghese Punnoose
    Dr. Varghese Punnoose

    Principal,
    Govt Medical College, Kottayam

    Prof. Brian Oldenburg
    Prof. Brian Oldenburg

    Professor of Public Health and Implementation Science
    Baker Heart & Diabetes Institute and La Trobe University, Australia.

    Dr. K. Ranganathan
    Dr. K. Ranganathan

    Professor and Head of Department
    Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
    Ragas Dental College, Chennai

    Dr. Aashish Contractor
    Dr. Aashish Contractor

    Director – Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
    Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai

    Dr. Nitin Kapoor
    Dr. Nitin Kapoor

    Professor & Head (Unit 1),
    Dept. of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    Christian Medical College,Vellore

    Dr. Bhabathosh Das
    Dr. Bhabathosh Das

    Professor and Coordinator
    Center for Microbial Research
    BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (BRIC-THSTI)
    Faridabad

    Dr P. Manickam,
    Dr P. Manickam,

    Scientist F (Epidemiology),
    Head, Division of Health Systems Research,
    Professor, Faculty of Medical Research,
    Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR),
    ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology [ICMR-NIE]

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      Call for Abstracts

    • November 10, 2025

      Abstract Submission Closed

    • November 10, 2025

      Abstract Submission Extended

    • December 04, 2025

      Pre-Conference Workshop

    • December 5-6, 2025

      7th AIPHC

    Registration Fees

      Early Registration
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    PG Residents & PhD Scholars

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    ₹ 5500

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    International Delegates

    USD 120

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    USD 65

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    UG Students/ Interns*

    ₹ 1000

    ₹ 1250

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    Pre- Conference Workshop#

    Registration Fees +₹ 1500

    Registration Fees +₹ 1500

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    Pre- Conference Workshop # :International Delegates

    USD 35

    USD 50

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    Amrita Delegates*

    Amrita PG / PhD/Faculty

    ₹ 1000

    ₹ 1250

    ₹ 1500

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    Amrita UG Students/ Interns

    ₹ 500

    ₹ 550

    ₹ 750

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    • * No Conference Kit will be provided 
    • # Conference registration is mandatory for attending pre-conference workshop. 
    • GST 18% will be applicable on all rates.  

    Abstract Submission Guidelines

    Abstracts should be related to at least one of the updated topics listed below. All selected abstracts submission extended to November 10, 2025, will feature in the souvenir which will have an ISBN number and can be counted as a publication.

    About Department of Community Medicine

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    The Department of Community Medicine, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi endeavors to serve the dual purpose of evolving cost effective primary health care to the community through its rural and urban training health centers and providing value-based medical education, by following a student friendly, need oriented and evidence based curriculum.

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    Kerala, India

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