Datta Meghe Medical College (DMMC) and Shalinitai Meghe Hospital and Research Centre (SMHRC), Wanadongri—constituent units of Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research (Deemed to be University)—are set to create history by hosting the internationally acclaimed Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) 11th Edition Student and Instructor Course for the first time in Nagpur. The program will be conducted from 15th to 17th August 2026 at the School of Experiential Learning and Simulation Centre (SEL&SC), DMMC campus.
This prestigious opportunity was conferred after an evaluation by the ATLS India team, which visited the Simulation and Virtual Learning Laboratory and SEL&SC facilities at DMMC and SMHRC. Deeply impressed by the institute’s cutting-edge infrastructure, advanced simulation capabilities, experienced faculty, and commitment to high-quality medical education, the team recommended the campus as a certified ATLS training centre.
Developed by the American College of Surgeons, ATLS is globally recognized as the gold standard in trauma education. The program equips healthcare professionals with critical skills required for the rapid assessment, stabilization, and management of trauma patients, significantly enhancing survival outcomes through a structured, evidence-based approach.
The three-day intensive training will be conducted under the aegis of ATLS India and will include interactive lectures, hands-on skill stations, simulation-based training, and case discussions. Participants will undergo comprehensive training in trauma assessment, airway management, shock resuscitation, management of head, spinal, thoracic, abdominal, and musculoskeletal injuries, and other life-threatening emergencies.
Designed for medical professionals engaged in trauma and emergency care, the course offers an internationally recognized certification valid for four years. To ensure high-quality, personalized learning, participation is limited to 8–16 candidates. Training sessions will run daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM at SEL&SC.
Speaking on the initiative, Dr. Anup Marar, Director, Nagpur Campus, DMIHER (DU), said:“It is a matter of immense pride to bring the prestigious ATLS program to Nagpur for the first time. We are grateful to Hon. Dr. M.C. Misra, Emeritus Professor, J.P.N. Apex Trauma Centre, AIIMS, and ATLS India Chair, and Dr.Amit Kalangutkar, acclaimed ATLS Authority for their guidance through the rigorous inspection process that led to this recognition. The endorsement by ATLS India reflects the high standards of infrastructure and academic excellence achieved at our institution. With trauma being a leading cause of preventable mortality, structured programs like ATLS play a vital role in strengthening the competence of healthcare professionals and improving patient outcomes across Central India.”
He also acknowledged Dr. Sushrut Babhulkar, Adjunct Faculty at DMMC and Authority from Trauma Society of India, for facilitating the recognition of the institute as an ATLS training site.
Further strengthening the preparation for hosting the program, Dr. Anjali Modak (Professor & Head, Anaesthesia) and Dr. Vasant Gawande (Professor & Head, Orthopaedics), along with Mr. Vivek Bhardwal (Manager), attended an ATLS workshop to gain insights into execution protocols and standard operating procedures.
Expressing gratitude, Dr. Anjali Modak Borkar, Professor In-charge, SEL&SC, acknowledged the support of institutional leadership, Hon. Vice Chancellor Dr. Lalitbhushan Waghmare, Dr.Anup Marar, Nagpur Campus Director, Shri.Ravindra Mehere, CSO, Dr. Nilesh Agrawal, COO, Dr.Rajiv Borle, Dr. Ujwal Gajbe, Dean, Dr. B.R. Singh, Vice Dean, Dr. Vasant Gawande, CMS( SMHRC), Dr.Sudhir Singh and her SEL&SC colleagues Dr. Adeeba Siddiqui, Dr. Vrunda, Dr. Maithali, Dr. Tanvi, Dr. Arushi , Mr.Vivek Bharadwaj and Mr. Yogesh Mhaske for their continuous encouragement and efforts in achieving this milestone.
This initiative reinforces the commitment of DMMC and SMHRC towards advancing emergency medical education, promoting simulation-based learning, and building a cadre of highly skilled professionals capable of delivering timely and effective trauma care in both hospital and pre-hospital settings.
Interested candidates may register through the official ATLS course registration process to secure participation in this prestigious program or connect with Mr. Vivek Bharadwaj in 9890747072.
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