GMC Jammu Hosts Workshop on Palliative Care for Patients
GMC Jammu conducted a vital workshop on pain management in palliative care, bringing together over 130 medical professionals to enhance care for patients with serious illnesses.
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Jammu, October 10, 2026: On World Palliative Care Day, the Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu hosted an enlightening workshop titled “Pain Management – An Essential Part of Palliative Care.” This Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme aimed to emphasize the critical role of pain management in improving the quality of life for patients battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
With around 130 healthcare professionals participating, the event attracted consultants from various medical and surgical fields, as well as postgraduate residents and staff from district hospitals and private healthcare facilities. Through this platform, attendees exchanged clinical experiences and discussed contemporary practices in palliative care and cancer pain management.
During the event, attendees inaugurated a dedicated file for palliative care, highlighting the urgent need to bolster palliative services and advocate for a structured approach to managing care for patients dealing with serious health conditions.
Under the leadership of Dr. Ashutosh Gupta, Principal and Dean of GMC Jammu, the workshop’s planning and execution reflected a commitment to advancing medical education in this significant field. The organising team included Dr. Rajesh Mahajan as Organising Chairperson, supported by Dr. Madan Katoch, Dr. Naine Bhadrala, Dr. Ashwani Kumar, and additional team members.
The scientific agenda included insightful lectures and an engaging panel discussion addressing various topics such as pain assessment, the use of opioids, holistic approaches in palliative care, and the vital role of nursing staff in providing supportive care. Experts stressed the importance of compassionate communication and tailored treatment methods while adopting a multidisciplinary perspective to alleviate suffering—be it physical, psychological, social, or spiritual.
Anchoring the proceedings were Dr. Jasmine Chaudhary and Dr. Heena Saini, who ensured the sessions ran seamlessly. A notable feature of the workshop was a poster competition themed “The Last Chapter Can Still Be Beautiful,” which encouraged participants to depict the essence of dignity and compassion present in palliative care.
The competitive spirit fostered creative expression among students and residents regarding their insights on palliative care practices.
As the CME came to a close, organisers and participants reaffirmed their dedication to weaving palliative care into standard clinical routines, ensuring that patients with cancer receive prompt pain relief, empathetic support, and dignity in their care journeys.
