KCIAPM

About KCIAPM

Karnataka Chapter of the Indian Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists (KCIAPM) is a non-commercial, professional organization founded under the guidance of National organization Indian Association of Pathologist and Microbiologist (founded in 1949) with the objective of promotion and advancement of pathology, microbiology and allied sciences.

It acts as an expert technical body to express its views on all matters (and questions that may arise) on education, training, professional practice and quality control and passes them on to the competent authorities for implementation. It provides a forum for presentation and publication of research activities in the fields by way of conferences and its online journals.

The research activities are encouraged through scholarship, prizes and awards. The KCIAPM promotes dissipation of knowledge and exchange of new ideas and technologies by inducing the experts to arrange CME programs and workshops.

KCIAPM annual conferences are being organised under the guidance and supervision of KCIAPM regulatory body, in different parts of Karnataka who invites the event in rotational basis.

Dr. Vijay Shankar S

President

Dr. K V Santosh

Vice - President

Dr. Aditya Agnihotri

Honorary Secretary

Dr. Thejasvi Krishnamurthy

Honorary Treasurer

Message from the President

It is a great honor to serve as the President of one of the most prestigious chapters of the Indian Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists (IAPM) – the Karnataka Chapter (KCIAPM). This association has flourished under the guidance of eminent leaders, and I assure you that I will work diligently to further elevate its status, ensuring its continued national and global relevance.

In the post-COVID digital era, KCIAPM was among the first to embrace technology and online platforms to uphold our mission of advancing pathology education. My previous roles within the association have provided me with valuable insight into its functioning, which will aid in planning future activities in collaboration with our dedicated team.

I am fortunate to have the support of Dr. Santhosh, our esteemed Vice President, whose wisdom and experience will be invaluable. Our energetic Secretary, Dr. Adithya Agnihotri, and our seasoned Treasurer, Dr. Thejasvi Krishnamurthy, bring both youth and experience , making our team dynamic and efficient. I also extend my sincere thanks to Dr. Sujay Prasad, our Immediate Past President, whose leadership continues to inspire me.

The year ahead will be filled with enriching academic activities, including slide seminars, workshops, CMEs, and conferences. Our social media subcommittee will ensure a strong digital presence, while the Newsletter and Cultural Committees will showcase both the literary and cultural talents of our members. Also, the Scientific Committee will play a key role in supporting research by executing grants and awards, facilitating academic growth among residents.

One of our most exciting endeavors is the upcoming KCIAPM School of Pathology. The first course, an Online Course on Entrustable Professional Activities (EPA), led by Dr. Reshma Kini, will start in January 2025. This initiative will be followed by other educational offerings in different subspecialities throughout the year. We will work towards, acquiring credit points and awarding certificates by KCIAPM upon successful completion.

Also, as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Diagnostic and Academic Pathology (JDAP), I am committed to expanding the editorial board, the journal’s reach, encouraging contributions from scholars across the globe.

I urge all team members to work selflessly and tirelessly towards achieving our collective goals. I also encourage feedback from all our members to continuously improve our functioning and welcome suggestions for new initiatives.

Together, let us continue to grow and make a meaningful impact on our profession and society. Let us work hand in hand to make the world a better place. Feel free to reach out to me at vijayshankarpatho@gmail.com

Long live KCIAPM! Jai Karnataka! Jai Hind!

Best regards,
Dr. Vijay Shankar S
President, KCIAPM

Message from Honorary Secretary

Dear KCIAPM Members,
I am deeply grateful for the trust and support you've shown by nominating me once again as Honorary Secretary. It is both an honor and a privilege to serve this esteemed association, and I am dedicated to furthering our shared vision for KCIAPM.

This term, our focus is clear: to bring professionalism into every aspect of KCIAPM’s functioning. From refining our educational programs like the KCIAPM School of Pathology to enhancing our communications and publications, each initiative aims to set a new standard for excellence within our field.

Thank you for your continued support. Together, let’s make KCIAPM a symbol of efficiency, integrity, and progress.

Warm regards,
Dr. Aditya Agnihotri
Honorary Secretary, KCIAPM

EVENT LISTING

You will be able to see all the events that are listed in our site. It may be a CME, Conference, Workshops, Symposium. Details of the coordinator, location and the schedule of the events will also be made available in this section.

SLIDE SEMINARS

A great opportunity to present yourself on any given topic. This forum lets our members to share the knowledge and in turn participate to gain knowledge. You will be able to get the details of the slide seminar topics in this section

QUIZ

We organise quiz for both UG and PG students. It can be inter-college or intra college level, and we create an opportunity for students to present their knowledge. You will able to see the past Quiz and the winners in this section.

BECOME A MEMBER

Explore the benefits and take the complete advantage of the membership. As a member, you are entitled to many facilities and in turn get discounts for the events organised by KCIAPM.

ANNUAL CONFERENCES

We plan conferences well in advance. You will be able to see the macro-level details of the conference to plan accordingly. The first cut information will be made available here for all the stakeholders of the event.

PUBLICATIONS

KCIAPM values and recognises the academic works of its member. We also create an opportunity to list the publications, abstracts, text book in the site for our visitors to have a look.

Karnataka Chapter of the Indian Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists