Diagnosing Healthcare’s Future
CAHOLABCON 2024 inspires healthcare professionals from around the world to embrace the transformative potential of diagnostics in building a healthier future for mankind
By Amresh K Tiwary
Kolkata, the City of Joy, hosts the third edition of CAHOLABCON on April 5, 2024. Organised by the Diagnostic Wing of Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organisations (CAHO) at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, the flagship event focuses on the theme “Diagnostics – A Tool to Make Healthcare Efficient, Effective, Economical & Equitable.”
With an attendance of over 500 delegates, including domestic and international experts, CAHOLABCON 2024 explores the transformative potential of diagnostics in shaping healthcare systems. Preceding the conference, on April 4th, a series of pre-conference workshops provides attendees with practical insights and opportunities to engage with key stakeholders in the field.
Diagnostics play a crucial role in driving healthcare innovation, enabling more accurate diagnoses, personalised treatment plans, and improved patient outcomes. By delving into topics such as technological advancements, quality assurance protocols, and the integration of diagnostics into clinical workflows, CAHOLABCON 2024 seeks to catalyse advancements in healthcare delivery.
CAHOLABCON 2024 delves deep into the transformative power of diagnostics in shaping a safer, more affordable healthcare landscape. The event reinforces the crucial role of technological precision and scientific accuracy, coupled with a compassionate approach, in driving healthcare innovations.
Renowned speakers at the event include Dr Amar Dasgupta, Director of Medical Services at Suburban Diagnostics, Mumbai, and Dr Douglas Chung from Asia-Pacific Core Diagnostics, Abbott Laboratories, Singapore. Their expertise and insights further enrich discussions and provide attendees with actionable strategies to enhance diagnostic capabilities within their respective institutions.
CAHOLABCON builds upon the success of previous editions by tireless efforts of CAHO’s Diagnostic Wing Leaders like Dr Seema Bhargava, Dr Ravi Kumar and Dr Dr Aparna Jairam. The local organising committee led by Dr Shankar Sen, Dr Susruta Sen, Dr Shravasti Roy, Dr Krishnajyoti and Dr Anjan Mukherji have played a stellar role in elevating the level of this edition of CAHOLABCON.
One of the highlights of the 2024 event is the Mega Industry Expo, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and products in the diagnostics sector. This expo not only facilitates networking opportunities but also fosters strategic alliances within the industry, paving the way for future innovations.
Kolkata, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant healthcare community, serves as the perfect backdrop for this prestigious event. The city’s unique blend of tradition and modernity provides an inspiring setting for participants to explore the frontiers of diagnostics and contribute to the evolution of healthcare excellence. Attendees can also take advantage of the concurrent CAHOCON, the largest quality conference for healthcare providers in India, on April 6 and 7 at the same venue.
As healthcare systems continue to evolve, CAHOLABCON 2024 brings together thought leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders to explore the transformative potential of diagnostics in building a healthier, more equitable world.
Themed “Diagnostics – A Tool to Make Healthcare Efficient, Effective, Economical & Equitable,” CAHOLABCON 2024 delves deep into the transformative power of diagnostics in shaping a safer, more affordable healthcare landscape. The event reinforces the crucial role of technological precision and scientific accuracy, coupled with a compassionate approach, in driving healthcare innovations.
Preceding the main event, on April 4, insightful pre-conference workshops, conducted across various hospitals and laboratories in Kolkata, provide attendees with invaluable opportunities to engage with industry experts and explore emerging trends in diagnostics.
With the who’s who of the medical fraternity from both the country and the world in attendance, CAHOLABCON 2024 epitomises a melting pot of ideas, insights, and collaborations. By bringing together industry experts, thought leaders, and stakeholders, CAHO is shaping the future of healthcare delivery in India and beyond.
Past Events Organised by CAHO
CAHOLABCON 2022: Held in New Delhi, the eventwas a resounding success, bringing together over400 delegates from across the healthcare spectrum.With a focus on “Innovations in Diagnostics,” theevent featured keynote addresses, panel discussions,and workshops highlighting the latest advancementsin diagnostic technologies. Renowned speakers,including Dr Naresh Trehan, Chairman and ManagingDirector of Medanta – The Medicity, and Dr SwapanMukherjee, Director of Calcutta Heart ResearchCentre, Kolkata, shared their insights on leveragingdiagnostics to enhance patient care. Theaccompanying expo showcased state-of-the-artdiagnostic equipment and solutions, facilitatingcollaborations and partnerships among industrystakeholders.Past Events Organisedby CAHOCAHOLABCON 2020: Against the backdrop of theCOVID-19 pandemic,
CAHOLABCON 2020 took on addedsignificance, serving as a platform for addressing theunprecedented challenges facing the healthcare sector.Held virtually, the event attracted participants fromaround the globe, who engaged in discussions onleveraging diagnostics for effective disease managementand pandemic response. Key themes included the roleof rapid testing in controlling infectious diseases, theintegration of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosticworkflows, and the importance of quality assurance inlaboratory operations. Despite the virtual format,CAHOLABCON 2020 facilitated meaningful exchangesand collaborations among healthcare professionals,underscoring the resilience and adaptability of theindustry in the face of adversity.These past events affirm CAHO’s commitment tofostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence inhealthcare delivery, laying the groundwork for futureadvancements in the field of diagnostics.