Aster Prime Hospital hosts EMCON 2025 - Pre-Conference on “Neuro Emergencies

Hyderabad, 27th October, 2025: Aster Prime Hospital, in association with the Society for Emergency Medicine India (SEMI), successfully hosted the Pre-Conference Workshop of EMCON 2025, centered on the theme “Rapid Recognition & Management of Life-Threatening Neurological Emergencies.”

The full-day scientific workshop brought together leading emergency physicians, neurologists, intensivists, and healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advancements and best practices in neuro-emergency care.

The interactive sessions and case-based discussions were designed to strengthen clinical decision-making in time-sensitive neurological emergencies. Key deliberations included:

• Rapid Neuro Assessment in the Emergency Department (ED)

• Stroke in the ED  Time is Brain

• Acute Neuromuscular and Spinal Emergencies

• Coma & Altered Mental Status – ED Algorithm

• Pediatric Neuro Emergencies & Neuro Imaging

• Emergencies in Neuro Rehabilitation

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) & Raised Intracranial Pressure (ICP) Management

Speaking about the initiative, Dr. K. Hari Kumar Reddy, CEO, Aster Hospitals Telangana & Andhra Pradesh and Patron of the event, said, “At Aster Prime Hospital, we believe that preparedness in emergency care can make the difference between life and death. Neuro-emergencies demand swift recognition and coordinated action, and academic platforms like EMCON play a pivotal role in empowering emergency physicians with the latest evidence-based protocols. We are proud to partner with SEMI in advancing this vital mission.”

Adding to this, Dr. T. S. Srinath Kumar, Academic Chair and Event Director of EMCON 2025, remarked, “The pre-conference on Neuro Emergencies at EMCON 2025 set a new benchmark for academic engagement. The sessions translated complex neurological concepts into practical bedside approaches, ensuring that every emergency department in India is equipped to manage neuro-critical cases with speed, skill, and confidence.”

The event underscored the importance of early recognition, structured assessment, and multidisciplinary coordination in managing neurological emergencies—where, as Dr. Suresh MVN, Organising Chairman, emphasized, “minutes matter.”

Reinforcing its commitment to continuous professional education and collaborative learning, Aster Prime Hospital, in partnership with SEMI, reaffirmed its leadership in shaping the future of emergency medicine in India.

The workshop was graced by Dr. Sowjanya Patibandla, National President, SEMI, who commended Aster Prime Hospital for its dedication to advancing the quality of emergency medicine education and fostering clinical excellence through academic partnerships.

The event was also attended by esteemed experts including Dr. Ranganadham Paidi Peddigari, Dr. Y. Murali Krishna, Dr. Niloufer Ali, and Dr. Vivek Potluri.