SPASHT is a national-level UG medical fest hosted by Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, aimed at providing
clinical clarity and procedural precision to MBBS students
through 5 immersive days of learning. The name “Spasht” (Sanskrit for “clear” or “precise”) reflects its core vision: bridging the gap between theory and clinical
practice.
Whether you’re practicing a lumbar puncture or exploring forensic hypnotism, SPASHT is your launchpad from classroom to clinic.
Professor,
Dept. of Pediatrics
Assistant Professor,
Dept. of General Surgery
Senior Resident,
Dept. of Pediatrics
Case Discussions
This day is dedicated for Gastroenterology and General Surgery and is a comprehensive academic and practical workshop designed for medical students and professionals interested in digestive health and surgical practices. It includes a series of expert-led sessions covering key topics such as in-depth case discussion on chronic liver disease and right iliac fossa, the transition from NAFLD to MAFLD, imaging techniques in gastroenterology, and case discussions on surgical conditions.
Interactive elements such as a GI picture quiz provide participants with opportunities to apply their knowledge. The day concludes with a hands-on skill lab, where attendees can practice essential clinical procedures like bandaging, Ryle’s tube insertion, Foley’s catheterization, and even perform a liver biopsy demonstration.
This event offers a valuable blend of theory and practice, making it ideal for enhancing clinical acumen in gastroenterology and general surgery.
Skill Workshop
Session 1: 9 – 10 AM
Through the Scope: Unveiling Chronic Liver Disease
Faculty: Dr Vasanth (General Medicine), Dr Arun Valsan (Hepatology)
Session 2: 10 – 10:20AM
NAFLD No More? The Evolution to MAFLD
Faculty: Dr Arun Valsan (Hepatology)
Tea Break (10:20 – 10:30 AM)
Session 3: 10:30 – 11:30 AM
Imaging in Gastroenterology
Session 4: 11:30 – 11:45 AM
Spot the Lesion: GI Picture Quiz
Session 5: 11:45 AM – 1 PM
The Iliac Puzzle: Diagnosing a Right Iliac Mass
Faculty: Dr Riju R Menon (General Surgery)
Lunch Break (1 – 2 PM)
SKILL LAB (2 – 4:15 PM)
Hands-on Procedures:
Advanced Demonstrations:
Registration Fee
For further queries, contact:
Gayanthika 9895062332
Case Discussions
The course provides an in-depth tour of uterine and prenatal health, starting with an in-depth case discussion of uterine fibroids, followed by a session on reading pelvic ultrasound results. This is succeeded by a tour of uterine anatomy and pathology reinforced with an interactive pop quiz, followed by a case discussion on pre-eclampsia. The final OBG session delves into the world pregnancy through imaging
The program progresses to a compelling rapid-fire paediatrics quiz followed by a session on preterm neonatal care. The morning sessions conclude with case discussion of cerebral palsy, emphasizing on early detection, important red signs, diagnostic tests and evaluation.
Skill Workshop
Session 1: 8:30 – 9:20 AM
Unravelling Fibroids: A Deep Dive into Uterine Health
Faculty: Dr. Sobha S Nair, Dr. Sudha S (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Session 2: 9:20-9:40 AM
Echoes Within: Decoding the Ultrasound Radiology findings
Faculty: Dr. Sobha S Nair, Dr. Sudha S (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Session 3: 9:40-10:00 AM
Inside the Womb: Anatomy, Pathology & Pop Quiz!
Tea Break : 10:00-10:15 AM
Session 4: 10:15-11:00 AM
Storm Before the Birth: Pre-eclampsia Unplugged
Faculty: Dr. Vinita Murali, Dr. Christaly R (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Session 5: 11:00-11:20 AM
Snapshots of Pregnancy: Imaging Insights
Faculty: Dr. Vinita Murali, Dr. Christaly R (Obstetrics and Gynecology)
Session 6: 11:20-11:40 AM
PediaPulse: Rapid-Fire Pediatric Quiz
Faculty: Dr. Sathyajith G Nair (Pediatrics)
Session 7: 11:40-12:00 PM
Tiny Patients, Big Needs: Warming Preemies Right!
Faculty: Dr. Jayasree C (Neonatology)
Session 8: 12:00-1:00 PM
Cerebral Palsy Decoded: Red Flags & Real Talk
Faculty: Dr. C Jayakumar, Dr. Vinitha Prasad (Pediatrics)
Lunch Break (1:00-2:00 PM)
SKILL LAB (2:00- 5:00 PM)
Registration Fee
For further queries, contact: Shobhiyaaa 8438752557
Session 1: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
A Leaky Affair: Case Presentation on Valvular Heart Disease
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M (General Medicine), Dr. Dipu T S (Infectious Diseases)
Session 2: 9:30 AM – 10:10 AM
Pumping Knowledge: Exploring the CVS Together
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M (General Medicine), Dr. Dipu T S (Infectious Diseases)
Session 3: 10:10 AM – 10:30 AM
Echo in Action: A Live Demonstration of Echocardiography
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M (General Medicine), Dr. Dipu T S (Infectious Diseases)
Tea Break 10:30 AM – 11:00AM
Session 4: 11 AM – 12 PM
When Fibrosis Meets Cavitation: The Challenge of Fibrocavitary Lung Disease
Faculty: Dr. Akhilesh K (Respiratory Medicine), Dr. Nithya Haridas (Respiratory Medicine), Dr. Renoy A Henry (General Medicine)
Session 5: 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM
Lung Logic: Decoding the Respiratory System
Faculty: Dr. Akhilesh K (Respiratory Medicine), Dr. Nithya Haridas (Respiratory Medicine), Dr. Renoy A Henry (General Medicine)
Session 6: 12:40 PM – 1:00 PM
Breathe In, Breathe Out: A Live Spirometry Demonstration
Faculty: Dr. Nithya Haridas (Respiratory Medicine)
Lunch break 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
SKILL LAB 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration Fee
For further queries, contact:
Session 1: 8:30 – 9:30 AM
Case-Based Discussion- Stroke
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M(General Medicine), Dr Vivek Nambiar(Stroke Medicine)
Session 2: 9:30 – 10:00 AM
Imaging in Stroke
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M(General Medicine), Dr Vivek Nambiar(Stroke Medicine)
Session 3: 10:00 – 10:30 AM
Management of Stroke
Faculty: Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M(General Medicine), Dr Vivek Nambiar(Stroke Medicine)
Tea Break: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Session 1: 11:00 – 11:30 AM
Genu Valgum Case Discussion
Faculty: Dr. Chandrababu K. K(Orthopedics)
Session 2: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Cubitus Varus Case Discussion
Faculty: Dr. Chandrababu K. K(Orthopedics)
Session 3: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Case of Bony Swelling
Faculty: Dr. Chandrababu K. K(Orthopedics)
Session 4: 12:30 – 1:00 PM
Chondrosarcoma
Faculty: Dr. Chandrababu K. K(Orthopedics)
Lunch Break: 1:00 – 2:00 PM
SKILL LAB (2:00 – 5:00 PM)
Fracture Course
Registration Fee
For further queries, contact: Ikshu 8178040903
Enter the future of surgery with this immersive workshop on robotic-assisted procedures. Experience the dexterity, accuracy, and control of robotic systems used in cutting-edge surgical practice.
Elements of Workshop
Timing: 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Registration Fee : ₹750
For further queries, contact: Kartheeshwaran 9150443175
This unique workshop offers a deep dive into two critical and often interconnected domains – cardiac electrophysiology andneurogastroenterology.
Delivered in two focused modules by separate experts Dr. Gopalakrishna Pillai M and Dr. Gireesh Kumar, the sessions blend clinical theory with practical skill-building.
Elements of Workshop
Timing : 8:00 – 10:00 AM
Registration Fee: ₹300
For further queries, contact:
Shreya S – 9946599111
Agnes – 7397690173
Forensic Workshop Details
Step into the shoes of a forensic expert as you decode the silent stories that crime scenes tell. This workshops simulates real-life forensic casework.
Under the expert guidance of Dr. V.V. Pillay, participants will gain invaluable insights into the meticulous science behind solving crimes.
Co-ordinated by: Dr. Nirmal Kumar V, Dr. Elizabeth George
Elements of the Workshop:
Forensic pathology
Toxicology
Ballistics (Firearms)
Road Traffic Accidents
Fingerprint and Footprint Analysis
DNA Analysis
Timing: 8:00 – 11:30 AM
Registration Fee: ₹650
For further queries, contact:
Tarun – 9493333912
Gayathri R – 8078216207
Be careful of your imagination, it might come true!
A tantalizing, on stage demonstration of the incredible power of your imagination and visualization. Make a fascinating discovery of the hidden “wish dragon” inside you.
Don’t let others decide the outcomes of your life.
Learn the essence of clinical and self hypnosis, what best selling self help books like Secrets have been trying to communicate.
Open mindedness and readiness for new experiences.
Once voulunteered, it’s a lifetime story to say.
For further queries, contact:
Ganga – 8589814477
Master the art of non-invasive oncology treatment using CyberKnife, the robotic radiosurgery system
Learn how this technology revolutionises cancer care through focused beams, real-time imaging, and submillimetre accuracy.
Timing: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Registration Fee: ₹750
For further queries, contact:
Gokul – 9345989528
Sharpen your surgical skills in this hands-on suturing workshop using a goat chest model
Under Dr. George Matthew’s guidance, learn precision, technique, and the finesse of wound closure under guided supervision.
Timing: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Registration Fee: ₹400
For further queries, contact:
Kalyani – 8137915241
Step into the world of diplomacy, debate and global action through a compelling Model United Nations experience
Navigate pressing global issues, represent diverse perspectives, and craft impactful resolutions.
Engage, express and lead – where every voice shapes the future.
Each country will be represented by 2 participants.
Registration Fee: ₹400
For further queries, contact:
Nandini – 9567315585
Neehara – 8431830845
Parvathi – 8848804518
Test your acumen in our high-stakes Medical Trivia Quiz, inspired by the central SPASHT theme – GI, Stroke, Orthopaedics, CVS, RS, OBG, and Paediatrics. This isn’t your run of the mill textbook quiz. It’s a dynamic battle of wits, where sharp logic meets solid medical knowledge. Are you ready to outsmart, outthink, and outdiagnose?
Registration Fee: ₹150
For further queries, contact:
Nikitha – 9381011197
Saeed – 7092414969
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Presentation Format: Oral/Poster presentation
Time per Presentation:
Eligibility
Last date for abstract submission:
Registration Fee: Rs. 400
Abstract Format
Oral Presentation
Poster Presentation
Criteria for Evaluation
For further queries, contact: Sneha – 8777579037
Clinical Conundrums
Every Case Has a Story. Can You Tell It Best? Present captivating real-life cases and engage in dynamic clinical discussions. Clinical Conundrums is your chance to showcase rare findings or simply smart clinical thinking.
Presentation Format:
Specialties Accepted:
General Medicine, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, ENT, Ophthalmology
Eligibility:
Format of Abstract Submission
Font – Times new Roman
Font size – 12
Line spacing- 1.5
Word count – 300 words
Registration Fee: ₹300
For further queries, contact:
Sneha – 8777579037 Vaishnavi – 8606279157
A 5-day long experience. A trail of puzzles. A story waiting to be uncovered.
They say the truth hides in plain sight. That answers are buried beneath questions. That some games… are not just games.
Over five days, something curious will unfold. Each day brings a new piece — a puzzle, a clue, a whisper in the static. Follow the trail, trust your instincts, and pay close attention. Everything means something. Or does it?
It begins soon. Open to all who dare.
(It is an online event. All those who have obtained the delegate passes are eligible to take part in Cerca Trova) .Each team can have maximum of 3 members.
Registration Fee: ₹100
For further queries, contact:
Priyadarshini – 6380048043
Roshni – 9072464107
