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Tobacco MARSHAL Program Launched in Odisha to Combat Rising Tobacco Menace

Bhubaneswar | April 13, 2025

In a powerful move to combat the growing menace of tobacco addiction and oral cancer in Odisha, I CAN WIN Foundation, in collaboration with ICanCaRe and Gupta Distributors, launched the Tobacco MARSHAL Program in Bhubaneswar. The introductory session was held at the Hanspal office of Gupta Distributors, graciously hosted by Mr. Prerit Gupta, Director, and supported by Mr. Rajesh Gupta, Chairman, Gupta Group of Businesses.

Led by Dr. Pawan Gupta, Senior Director – Surgical Oncology at MAX Hospitals, Delhi NCR, and Founder of ICanCaRe, the session educated the audience on early signs of oral cancer—highlighting the campaign message: “Catch Cancer at Stage 0 with Chhota Daana.”

👥 Dignitaries and Key Participants

The session witnessed the enthusiastic participation of several prominent individuals:

Mr. Biswajit Patra, Businessman and Secretary Elect, Rotary Club Bhubaneswar, expressed commitment to partner with ICanCaRe to take the Tobacco MARSHAL initiative to grassroots through Rotary channels.
Mr. Prashanna Kumar Mishra, Advocate, Odisha Bar Association, proposed tobacco awareness camps at Cuttack High Court for members of the legal community.
Mr. Rakesh Barick, Secretary, SAI Sports Association & Manager at Panasonic Odisha, showed interest in organizing a mega awareness drive with a seating capacity of 1000.
Ms. Ipshita Sarkar, Psycho-oncologist, actively addressed psychological aspects of tobacco addiction and guided participants through mental health aspects of cessation.

🔬 Real Impact: From Awareness to Action

The event was not just informative but also action-oriented:

Three participants were screened and found with restricted mouth opening and lesions, who were immediately guided for further diagnosis and treatment.
The revolutionary device TrisCaRe was introduced as a vital solution for trismus management in oral cancer and pre-cancer cases.

Dr. Pawan emphasized the availability of structured medical treatment to help individuals quit tobacco and highlighted the digital quitline (📞 9773856664) and the ICanCaRe App-based Quit Program that provides behavioral and pharmacological support.

💬 Questions That Matter

One of the most relevant and heartfelt questions came from Mr. Prerit and Mr. Anis:
“How can one resist peer pressure when everyone in the friend circle uses tobacco and alcohol?”
Dr. Pawan’s response was direct and empowering:

“Motivation is the key—and the good news is that medical treatment is available to help quit tobacco. With proper support and medication for just 3 months, one can be free from cravings and withdrawal symptoms.”

Mr. Anis, inspired by the session, immediately scheduled a consultation to help his father begin the tobacco cessation journey.

🔗 Watch the Full Program Here

📺 YouTube Live – Gupta Distributors https://www.youtube.com/live/vhsUxES-aKA

🌱 The Beginning of a Movement in Odisha

The session ended on a hopeful note, with Mr. Rajesh Gupta committing full support to the #SaveTheYouth campaign in Odisha. Volunteers came forward to enroll as Tobacco MARSHALs and pledged to spread awareness in schools, offices, and communities.

📞 Call to Action

💬 Want to be a part of this movement?
🔗 Register as a Tobacco MARSHAL here: www.icancare.in/academy/marshal
📞 Helpline: 9773856664
📧 Email: support@icancare.com

Together, let’s kill the modern demon – Tambaku-Asur.
Let’s save lives. Let’s save our youth.

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Suture Skill Lab 2.0 – Master Surgical Suturing and Energy Devices

Introduction

The Suture Skill Lab 2.0 – Master Surgical Suturing and Energy Devices was successfully conducted on March 9, 2025, at MAX Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali. Organized by ICanCaRe Academy in collaboration with Ethicon, MIMES, and IDA East Delhi, the program aimed to provide hands-on training in essential suturing techniques and the use of energy devices in surgery. The course was attended by 82 doctors from various disciplines, eager to enhance their surgical proficiency.

Date of Cohort 2.0: March 9, 2025
Venue: Conference Hall, Service Floor, MAX Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali

Program Overview

The course was meticulously designed to provide young surgeons, dental surgeons, gynecologists, ENT specialists, and general practitioners with essential skills in suturing, knot-tying, and the safe use of energy devices. The training involved expert-led demonstrations, interactive sessions, and supervised hands-on practice.

Faculty Contributions

The esteemed faculty members provided invaluable insights and demonstrations, ensuring a thorough learning experience. The faculty included:

Master Trainers & Convenors:

Dr. Pawan Gupta, M.Ch.
Dr. Manoj Johar, M.Ch.

Faculty Members:

Dr. Vivek Srivastava
Dr. Ankit Vishwani, M.Ch. (HN)
Dr. Amit Tyagi, M.Ch. (HN)
Dr. Kamlesh Kumar, M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery)
Dr. Asha Khushalani, M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery)
Dr. Aashwini Miglani, MDS (Periodontology)
Dr. Suman Yadav, MDS (OMFS)
Dr. Mayank Singhal, MDS (OMFS)
Dr. Chandresh Agrawal, MS (ENT)
Dr. Anshul Jain, MDS (OMFS)
Dr. Nimish Nimeya

Their collective expertise and dedication made the training exceptionally informative and impactful.

Coordinators and Representatives

Coordinators:

Dr. Rajiv Agrawal – IDA – East Delhi CDE
Dr. Deeksha Sharma, MDS (OMFS), Fellow HN
Dr. Sanchit Mahajan, MDS (OMFS), Fellow HN
Dr. Anu Singh, MDS (OMFS)
Dr. Minu Kumari, MDS (OMFS), Fellow HN
Dr. Shipra Sharma, MDS (OMFS), Fellow HN

Representatives:

ICanCaRe Academy: Dr. Pravesh Singh
Max Institute of Medical Excellence: Dr. Vanita Mittal
EISE Academy: Mr. Mohit Lodhi
Ethicon – Energy Devices: Ms. Priya Mishra
IDA East Delhi: Dr. Alok Bhisht (President), Dr. Geetika Sharma (Secretary)

Program Conduct and Participant Engagement

Dr. Suman Yadav conducted the program as Master of Ceremony, setting the tone for the event. She welcomed Dr. Pawan Gupta, Dr. Manoj Johar, and Dr. Vivek Srivastava as Convenors of the program and guided the sessions seamlessly.

The participants actively engaged in hands-on sessions and practiced various suturing techniques, knot-tying methods, and energy device applications. Under the guidance of the faculty, they performed:

Basic Suturing Techniques: Simple interrupted, continuous sutures, vertical & horizontal mattress sutures.
Advanced Suturing Techniques: Subcuticular suturing, hemostatic figure of eight, vessel transfixation.
Energy Device Hands-on Training: Ultrasonic, bipolar, and laser device applications for tissue dissection, hemostasis, and vessel sealing.

Feedback & Participant Response

Based on the feedback collected, the course was highly appreciated by the participants. Key highlights from feedback responses include:

Course Content & Structure: 100% rated the course as “Excellent” or “Good”.
Practical Sessions: 98% found the hands-on training “Very Effective” in enhancing their skills.
Faculty & Instruction: 97% rated the expertise of faculty as “Excellent”.
Facilities & Equipment: 96% were satisfied with the provided materials.
Impact on Future Practice: 100% stated that the knowledge gained would significantly benefit their clinical practice.
Recommendation: 100% participants stated they would recommend this course to their colleagues.

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Certificate Distribution

Certificates were awarded to all participants, recognizing their successful completion of the training. The certificates were handed over by Dr. Pravesh Singh, representing ICanCaRe Academy and being the Guest of Honour, along with Dr. Pawan Gupta of MAX, Dr. Vivek Srivastava from Ethicon and Dr. Rajiv Agarwal and Dr. Nimish Nimeya of IDA East Delhi. Present for the same were Dr. Mayank Singhal, Dr. Chandresh Agarwal, Dr. Suman Yadav, Dr. Ankit Vishwani and Dr Asha Khushalani.

Key Appreciations & Suggestions

Participants expressed their gratitude for the well-structured sessions and expert guidance. Some quotes from participants include:

“An excellent course with well-planned practical demonstrations and expert faculty. Looking forward to more sessions!”
“Hands-on training was the best part! The faculty was very helpful in guiding us step by step.”
“A must-attend workshop for any clinician looking to improve their suturing skills!”

Conclusion & Future Recommendations

The Suture Skill Lab 2.0 was a resounding success, with participants gaining crucial surgical skills and confidence in suturing and energy device handling. Given the overwhelmingly positive response, ICanCaRe Academy plans to conduct an advanced-level Microvascular Suturing Course in the near future.

The success of this program is attributed to the dedication of our faculty, coordinators, representatives, organizers, and enthusiastic participants. A heartfelt thank you to Ethicon, MAX, IDA East Delhi, my colleagues in the department and all the participants everyone involved in making this event a grand success! My special thanks to Mr. Shazad and Mr. Nikhil Vats who made all the arrangements for seamless conduct of the program. Last but not the least my colleagues Dr. Ankit Vishwani, Dr. Anu Singh, Dr. Deeksha, Dr. Sanchit, Dr. Digjeet helped streamline the entire program. We look forward to continuing this journey of skill enhancement and surgical excellence.

Event Photos – https://photos.app.goo.gl/qXiE1AgqfctYxmop6

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Organizing Team – ICanCaRe Academy For queries and future registrations: support@icancare.com | +91 9773856664

Dr. Pawan Gupta pawan@icancare.com 9811290152

Tobacco Awareness Session at Prometheus School, Noida – February 12, 2025

🚭 Tobacco Awareness Session at Prometheus School, Noida – February 12, 2025

A powerful awareness session was conducted at Prometheus School, Noida, engaging 200 students in a critical discussion on the dangers of tobacco and vaping.

🔹 Organized by the Interact Club, led by Samaera Rana and Arush, the event was chaired by Mr. Mukesh Sharma, Chairman of the institution.
🔹 The session emphasized a zero-tolerance approach towards all forms of tobacco use, including vaping.
🔹 As a recognition of her leadership in promoting the cause, Samaera Rana was honored with the Tobacco MARSHAL Cap, Badge, and Mug by Akansha Sethi.