Srinagar | : Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, in partnership with the Department of Emergency Medicine at JPNATC, AIIMS New Delhi, and the Disaster Management Cell of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Thursday conducted the inaugural Training of Trainers (ToT) program for the National Emergency Life Support (NELS) course aimed at paramedics.
The three-day workshop, held from August 12-14, 2025, at GMC Srinagar, involved 24 senior doctors and nursing supervisors from GMC Srinagar, associated hospitals, and the Directorate of Health Services Kashmir, who were trained and certified in emergency medical care. Prof. Iffat Hassan Shah, Principal of GMC Srinagar, highlighted the importance of such training initiatives in enhancing healthcare and patient care systems in the region, stating that it would significantly improve emergency response capabilities and benefit patients. The program was coordinated by Prof. Dr. Mohammad Ommid, Nodal Officer of the NELS Skill Centre at GMC Srinagar, with participation from key officials including Mohamad Ashraf Hakak, Administrator of Associated Hospitals GMC Srinagar, and various department heads and medical officers. This initiative represents a crucial step in bolstering emergency medical services in Jammu and Kashmir, aligning with national efforts to enhance healthcare infrastructure and services. The training was facilitated by faculty from JPN Apex Trauma Centre AIIMS New Delhi, including Dr. Ankit, Dr. Charu, Dr. Sooresh, and Dr. Hannah, who conducted the workshop with enthusiasm. Following the training, a brainstorming session was held among medical professionals to foster collaboration and improve disaster and trauma management strategies.
