Aster Prime Hospital hosts a national-level workshop on “disaster preparedness”

Aster Prime Hospital, in collaboration with CAHO–SACKON, successfully organized a national-level pre-conference workshop on “Preparedness for Effective Disaster Management” on Friday. The event was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Hari Kumar Reddy (Patron) and Dr. M.V.N. Suresh (Organizing Chairperson).

The workshop focused on equipping healthcare professionals and students with the knowledge and practical skills to manage disaster situations effectively, ensuring patient safety and coordinated crisis response. Hospital management students from Mangalore, Coimbatore, and Bangalore participated in the interactive sessions.

Commenting on the event, Dr. Hari Kumar Reddy, CEO, Aster Prime Hospital and Patron of the workshop, said, “ Disaster preparedness is not an option but a necessity for the healthcare sector. Through initiatives like this, we aim to build a culture of readiness, where professionals and future leaders are equipped to respond swiftly, effectively, and collaboratively in times of crisis.”

Keynote speaker Dr. Ramana Rao, Managing Director, GVK EMRI, emphasized the role of emergency departments, ambulance services, and the importance of mock drills in disaster preparedness. Mr. T. Venkanna, District Fire Officer, Hyderabad, spoke on readiness and rapid response, while senior journalist Mr. Rajasekhar Yandrapu highlighted the media’s role in crisis communication.

Faculty members from Aster Prime Hospital, including Dr. Harshini V, Dr. Praveen Chandra, and Dr. Koushik, shared insights on structured checklists, real-time scenarios, and the critical “Golden Hour.”

Commenting further, Dr. Vijaya Rudraraju, Principal, AIHA and Organizing Chairperson, SACKON, and Dr. Amita Marla, Director, Medical Administration, AJ Hospital & Chairperson, CAHO SEC, emphasized that the workshop provided an invaluable platform for students to gain practical exposure to real-world healthcare challenges.