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Faculty of Nursing, Rama University Hosts Comprehensive CNE on Addiction Psychiatry
03 Jun 2024
Hybrid Event Delivers Vital Insights and Continuing Education Credits
Kanpur, U.P. – May 4, 2024 – The Faculty of Nursing at Rama University organized a successful Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) program focused on "Addiction Psychiatry" on May 4, 2024. The event, held at the Rama Auditorium, provided valuable insights into the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of various addiction disorders, including substance abuse, gambling, and technology addiction. The program, running from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, featured a hybrid format, accommodating both in-person and virtual attendees.
Program Highlights
The CNE program commenced with a warm welcome to the delegates and esteemed guests. Notable attendees included Dr. N. Neetu Devi, Nursing Consultant from UPSMF, Lucknow, who served as the Chief Guest. Other distinguished guests included:
- Janardhan Amarnath B.J, Vice Chancellor, Rama University
- Prateek Singh, Director, Rama University
- Prabhat Ranjan, Registrar, Rama University
- Hari Om Sharan, Dean, Academics & Planning, Rama University
- Aneeta Yadav, Dean, Faculty of Agricultural & Allied Sciences
- Vaishali Dingre, Dean, Faculty of Management
- Dingre, Dean, Ph.D. Programs
- C. S. Raghuvanshi, Dean, Faculty of Engineering
- Dr. Jasmi Manu, Principal, Faculty of Nursing
The inauguration featured a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by addresses from Dr. Hari Om Sharan and Chief Guest Dr. N. Neetu Devi. Prof. Dr. Jasmi Manu, Principal and Chairperson of the CNE, outlined the theme of Addiction Psychiatry, emphasizing its significance in nursing care.
Expert Sessions and Participant Engagement
The first session began after a brief refreshment break, featuring hybrid presentations from experts in the field:
- S. Sumiya
- Grace Madonna Singh, Professor & HOD, Mental Health Nursing, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dehradun
- Sandeep Arya, UP University of Medical Sciences, Saifai
- Prabhajeet Singh, Peaceful Mind Foundation, New Delhi
- Dr. Jasmi Manu
- Deepak Suwalka
- B. Archana, Faculty of Nursing, Rama University
The sessions covered detailed aspects of addiction psychiatry, engaging the 360 participants through interactive discussions and practical insights.
A Rewarding Day for Continuing Education
Attendees enjoyed a delightful lunch and received CNE kits and certificates, each accredited with a UPSMF credit score of 2 and INC credit hours of 5. The feedback collected from participants highlighted the program's success in enhancing their knowledge and skills in addiction psychiatry.
The CNE program concluded with a vote of thanks and the National Anthem at 5:00 PM, marking a fruitful day of professional development for nursing practitioners.
