KBN Hospital hosts workshop on hysterectomy and advanced laparoscopy in Kalaburagi

Dignitaries inaugurate the advanced live laparoscopy workshop organised by Khaja Banda Nawaz University and the Karnataka State Obstetrics and Gynaecology Association at KBNTGH in Kalaburagi on October 30, 2026.

A workshop on ‘Hysterectomy: Different Approaches and Advanced Laparoscopy’ was conducted at Khaja Banda Nawaz Teaching and General Hospital (KBNTGH) in Kalaburagi on October 30 as part of the conference of the Karnataka State Obstetrics and Gynaecology Association (KSOGA), in collaboration with Khaja Banda Nawaz University.

The workshop provided a platform for gynaecologists and medical professionals to interact with experts and gain insights into the latest technologies, techniques and developments in the field. Around 150 delegates from different parts of Karnataka had registered for the programme.

Ten surgical procedures performed in the operation theatre were telecast live to the seminar hall, enabling participants to observe the procedures, and interact with experts during the sessions.

Highlighting the importance of the workshop, Professor Syed Ashfaq Ahmed said it could bring positive changes to the lives of many women by promoting awareness and knowledge of modern treatment options. He said participants had benefited from direct interaction with specialists and gained valuable information about recent advances in medical technology.

He reiterated the hospital’s commitment to providing quality healthcare to all sections of society, particularly the poor and needy. He said the hospital was upgrading its departments with advanced technology to emerge as a leading, well-equipped medical centre in the region. It was also organising free medical screening and treatment camps regularly to protect public health, he added.

Khaja Banda Nawaz University Registrar Mir Wilayat Ali praised the university’s continued service to society. He said the workshop was an important initiative towards updating medical knowledge and improving professional skills. He congratulated the organisers and wished them success.

Dr. M.G. Hiremath, chief patron of the Karnataka State Obstetrics and Gynaecology Association, congratulated the hospital’s management on the institution’s growth.

KSOGA State President Dr. Rajashree Paladi welcomed the gathering. Dr. Farhat compered the programme while Dr. Mehwish Anjum, head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, proposed the vote of thanks.

The programme was attended by IQAC Director Dr. Abdul Basir, Medical Dean Dr. Guruprasad, Academic Dean Dr. Jama Moosavi, Medical Superintendent Dr. Siddaling Chengati, Administrator Dr. Radhika Prasad, and several other doctors, including Dr. Sujata, Dr. Ayesha Humera, Dr. Nivedita, Dr. Shantha, Dr. Farhat Kazim, Dr. Priyanka Biradar, Dr. Zohra Anjum, Dr. Syeda Ayesha, Dr. Shreya Anka and Dr. Misba.