JIC 2026 - Joint International Conference in Ahmedabad | Hosted by Marengo Asia CIMS Hospital

JIC Brochure-2026 17-9-25

Schedule:

09.01.2026 (Friday)

Satellite Symposium on Cardiac Science
Satellite Symposium on Nephrology
Satellite Symposium on Hematology
Satellite Symposium on Emergency Medicine

10.01.2026 (Saturday)

Satellite Symposium on Infectious Disease
Satellite Symposium on Neurology
Satellite Symposium on Obesity Clinic
Satellite Symposium on Rheumatology
Workshop on Critical Care

11.01.2026 (Sunday)

Critical Care & Pulmonology – Joint Satellite Symposium
Workshop on Pulmonology

Dr. Ajay Naik, Interventional Cardiologist & Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Marengo CIMS Hospital, will lead three sessions at JIC 2026—covering new anti-arrhythmic drugs on January 9 at Hyatt Regency, Ahmedabad, transforming AF management through timely interventions on January 10 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, and an interactive ECG session with 25 years of EP evolution in Gujarat on January 11 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad.
Dr. Dhaval Naik, Cardiothoracic & Heart Transplant Surgeon, Marengo CIMS Hospital, will present on Surgical Aspects of Heart Failure Treatment on January 10 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, and Conduits in CABG on January 11 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, offering cutting-edge insights in cardiovascular surgical care.
Dr. Hiren Kevadiya, Cardiologist & Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Marengo CIMS Hospital, will cover anti-arrhythmic emergencies, ventricular tachycardia, pacing techniques, ECG interpretation, and sudden cardiac death prevention from January 9–11 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, providing practical knowledge for everyday cardiology practice.
Dr. Tejas V. Patel, Interventional Cardiologist and Scientific Chair, JIC 2026, will lead sessions on Resistant Hypertension & Acute LV Failure: The Missing Link on January 9 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, and Acute Aortic Dissection: Evaluation & Management (case-based) on January 10 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, sharing advanced insights into critical cardiovascular conditions.
Dr. Anish Chandarana will guide discussions on critical pneumonia cases with troponin rise, CT calcium scoring decisions, dyslipidemia management, and the metabolic impact of obesity from January 9–11 at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, making his sessions essential for clinicians aiming to stay ahead in real-world cardiology practice.
Dr. Dhiren Shah, Director – Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon, Marengo CIMS Hospital, will lead two sessions at the Cardiovascular Symposium, Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad: Is LIMA to LAD enough for survival? on January 10 and Long-term Management of Heart Transplantation Patients on January 11, offering critical surgical and post-transplant care insights.

Dr. Keyur Parikh
Join Dr. Keyur Parikh, Interventional Cardiologist & Chairman of Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, at JIC 2026 from January 09-11, 2026, celebrating the 22nd Annual Scientific Symposium. His sessions cover cutting-edge cardiovascular and cardiometabolic care, including “ChatGPT (Live) and Physicians: A Leap in Patient Management” and “Renal Denervation for Severe Hypertension” on January 09, the 2025 Guidelines for Acute Coronary Syndromes on January 10, and the 2025 Guidelines for High Blood Pressure on January 11.

Dr. Milan Chag
Join Dr. Milan Chag, Interventional, Heart Failure & Heart Transplant Cardiologist at Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, at JIC 2026 from January 09-11, 2026. He will share his expertise on recurrent cardiac events, innovative cath-lab interventions, and CRM (Cardio-Renal-Metabolic) Syndrome at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad.

Dr. Urmil Shah
Join Dr. Urmil Shah, Interventional Cardiologist at Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, at JIC 2026 from January 09-11, 2026, celebrating the 22nd Annual Scientific Symposium and 31st Year of Academics. He will lead expert discussions on clinical trials shaping modern cardiovascular and cardiometabolic practice, including “How and Why Clinicians Should Get Involved in Clinical Trials” on January 09, “Clinical Trial of 2025 – Which May Change My Practice (Part 1)” on January 10, and “Clinical Trial of 2025 – Which May Change My Practice (Part 2)” on January 11.

Dr. Vipul Kapoor
Join Dr. Vipul Kapoor, Interventional Cardiologist at Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, at JIC 2026 from January 09-11, 2026, for sessions on modern cardiology challenges and innovations. Highlights include “Manage HK or Maintain Optimal RAASi – Tackling the Dilemma of HF Treatment” on January 09, “5 Cardiology Mistakes Physicians Commonly Make (and How to Avoid Them)” on January 10, and “Sleep, Stress and the Heart – The Forgotten Risk Factors” on January 11.

Dr. Satya Gupta
Join Dr. Satya Gupta, Interventional Cardiologist and specialist in Radial Interventions at Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, at JIC 2026 from January 09-11, 2026. Key sessions include “Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism: Latest Update” on January 10 and “Management of Cardiovascular Diseases in the Elderly Population” on January 11, both at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad.

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Schedule:

09.01.2026 (Friday)

Satellite Symposium on Cardiac Science
Satellite Symposium on Nephrology
Satellite Symposium on Hematology
Satellite Symposium on Emergency Medicine

10.01.2026 (Saturday)

Satellite Symposium on Infectious Disease
Satellite Symposium on Neurology
Satellite Symposium on Obesity Clinic
Satellite Symposium on Rheumatology
Workshop on Critical Care

11.01.2026 (Sunday)

Critical Care & Pulmonology – Joint Satellite Symposium
Workshop on Pulmonology (Will share the creative post approval)

As part of JIC 2026 – the 22nd Annual Scientific Symposium, Marengo CIMS Hospital presents a focused Satellite Symposium on “The Basics Rewired: Infectious Diseases in a New Light”, scheduled on January 10, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Hyatt Regency, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad. This academic evening aims to revisit core principles of infectious disease management through contemporary clinical perspectives, emphasizing rational antimicrobial use, precision prescribing, and real-world challenges faced by clinicians today.

The symposium features expert-led sessions and case-based discussions covering critical topics such as appropriate antibiotic administration using PK/PD and TDM concepts, antimicrobial considerations in special populations including children, pregnant women, the elderly, critically ill and obese patients, and evidence-based prescribing of anti-tubercular treatment to bridge existing practice gaps. The agenda concludes with an engaging panel discussion on interesting cases, encouraging interactive learning and practical takeaways. With distinguished faculty and panelists from the field of infectious diseases, this symposium promises to deliver clinically relevant insights and reinforce best practices in infection management for healthcare professionals.

Obesity Symposium

Obesity School 2026, a satellite symposium of JIC 2026, will focus on 2025’s must-know anti-obesity medicines transforming treatment, bringing together national and international experts to discuss the latest advances in obesity and cardiometabolic care. Scheduled on January 10, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Hyatt Regency, Ahmedabad, the program will cover cutting-edge topics including dual incretin therapy, semaglutide-based treat-to-target strategies, obesity-related cardiometabolic complications, NAFLD, bariatric and metabolic surgery updates, and practical guidance on setting up obesity clinics in busy clinical practice. Moderated by Dr. Rikin Shah, the symposium features renowned global faculty such as Prof. Luc Van Gaal (Belgium) and Prof. Luca Busetto (Italy), along with experienced Indian clinicians, offering an evidence-based, practice-oriented learning platform through expert talks, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions.

Rheumatology Symposium

Rheuma-Case Rendezvous: A Resident-Led Challenge is a dynamic Satellite Symposium on Rheumatology at JIC 2026, designed to foster critical thinking and real-world clinical decision-making through challenging rheumatology case discussions. Scheduled on January 10, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Hyatt Regency, Ahmedabad, the session brings together postgraduate residents and experienced rheumatologists on a common academic platform to decode complex rheumatic conditions through structured case presentations, expert panel discussions, and interactive Q&A. Moderated by Dr. Bhowmik Meghnathi, with international faculty Dr. Aditi Patel (Eastern Virginia Medical School, USA) and an eminent panel of rheumatology experts, the program emphasizes practical learning, image-driven insights, and evidence-based approaches, making it a valuable academic experience for trainees and practicing clinicians alike.

Workshop on Rigid Bronchoscopy & Cryobiopsy

The Rigid Bronchoscopy & Cryobiopsy Workshop, a focused hands-on academic program at JIC 2026, is designed for pulmonologists, resident doctors, and fellows with an interest in interventional pulmonology. Scheduled on January 11, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Auditorium, Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, the workshop offers comprehensive training through expert-led lectures, live demonstrations, and structured hands-on workstations covering rigid bronchoscopy techniques, airway management, foreign body removal, hemoptysis control, airway stenting, and cryo-based lung, pleural, and lymph node biopsies. With limited participation to ensure focused learning, the program emphasizes practical skill development, procedural safety, and real-world application under the guidance of experienced faculty, making it an invaluable learning opportunity for clinicians aiming to strengthen their interventional pulmonology expertise.

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The Interactive Nephrology Satellite Symposium, part of JIC 2026 – Joint International Conference, will be held on January 9 and 10, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Hyatt Regency, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad. Designed as an engaging, audience-driven academic forum, the symposium features focused, case-based discussions on common yet clinically challenging nephrology topics including electrolyte disorders, proteinuria, hematuria, asymptomatic hyperuricemia, urinary tract infections, ABG interpretation, and myths versus facts in nephrology. Led by experienced faculty and visiting consultants, the sessions encourage active participation through interactive Q&A, with exciting rewards offered throughout. This symposium offers a valuable learning and networking opportunity for clinicians seeking practical insights in day-to-day nephrology practice.

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Dr. Bhavin Dalal, MD, FCCP

Associate Professor, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine; Vice-Chief, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Sleep Medicine, Beaumont Health; Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP).
January 09, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular - Internal Medicine Symposium; Topic: Sleep Deprivation and Health problems.
January 09, 2026 (Hyatt Regency): An Evening Of Cardiovascular Update; Topic: Management of most common form of Pulmonary Hypertension: Group II PH.
January 10, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular Symposium; Topic: Use AI with caution in Clinical Practice.
January 11, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiometabolic Symposium; Topic: Critics of the famous RCTs: Understand the evidence in-depth before changing clinical practice.

Dr. Neil Mehta, MD

Associate Dean, Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, USA.
January 09, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular - Internal Medicine Symposium; Topic: Advances in diagnosis and management of Alzheimer’s disease.
January 09, 2026 (Hyatt Regency): An Evening Of Cardiovascular Update; Topic: Generative AI for Research.
January 10, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular Symposium; Topic: Advances in Lipid testing and therapy [ApoB, Lp(a)] etc..
January 11, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiometabolic Symposium; Topic: Generative AI in Clinical Practice.

Dr. Parth Parikh, MD

Structural and Coronary Interventional Cardiologist, Sentara Cardiology Specialist, Affiliated with Eastern Virginia Medical School.
January 10, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular Symposium; Topic: Seeing the Unseen: Coronary Imaging in the Era of Precision Cardiology.
January 11, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiometabolic Symposium; Topic: TEER Therapy Decoded: When, Why and for Whom?.

Dr. Apurva Patel, MD, MPH, FACC, FSCAI

Interventional Cardiologist, Sunnyvale Cardiology, TX.
January 10, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular Symposium; Topic: Screening for TAVR: When physician should refer patient for TAVR?.
January 11, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiometabolic Symposium; Topic: Weight loss with dietary changes/exercise in the era of GLP-1 agonist - How I did it?.

Dr. Aditi Patel Parikh, MD

Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Rheumatology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia.
January 09, 2026 (Tagore Hall): Cardiovascular - Internal Medicine Symposium; Topic: Top 10 Rheum pearls.

Prof. Luca Busetto, MD, PhD (Italy)
Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, University of Padova and Vice-President (Southern Region), EASO, Prof. Luca Busetto will be a key speaker at JIC 2026 – 22nd Annual Scientific Symposium (31st Year of Academics) organized by Marengo CIMS Hospital. On January 10, 2026, he will address the Cardiovascular Symposium at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad on “Transforming the Weight Loss Path with Semaglutide”, and also lead the Satellite Symposium on Obesity School 2026 at Hyatt Regency, Ashram Road, presenting “Treat-to-target approach to obesity management with Semaglutide: Best practice sharing”.

Prof. Derek Connolly, MD, PhD (United Kingdom )
A Consultant Preventive Cardiologist in the UK and Vice-Chancellor’s Professorial Fellow at Aston University, Prof. Derek Connolly will speak at the Cardiovascular Symposium during JIC 2026. On January 10, 2026, at Tagore Hall, Ahmedabad, he will deliver an expert session on “A New Era in LDL Management: Inclisiran Outcomes in High Risk Patients”, focusing on advanced strategies for cardiovascular risk reduction.

Prof. Luc Van Gaal, MD, PhD (Belgium )

Professor of Medicine, Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology & Metabolism at Antwerp University Hospital, Prof. Luc Van Gaal will share his global expertise across two key sessions at JIC 2026. On January 10, 2026, he will speak at the Cardiovascular Symposium at Tagore Hall on “Obesity & CVD: Decoding the link”, and at the Satellite Symposium on Obesity School 2026 at Hyatt Regency, Ahmedabad, on “Dual incretin Advantage: How Mounjaro is Reshaping Metabolic Treatment”.

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT FOR POSTER PRESENTATION AT JIC 2026

The JIC 2026 Scientific Committee invites original clinical cases and research abstracts in basic and clinical research from MD students for the Scientific Poster Presentation Competition.

Abstract submission opens: 14th September 2025
Abstract submission closes: 14th November 2025
Notification of acceptance: 30th November 2025

For abstract-related queries, please call: +91 82380 95713

For any general queries, please contact:

Mr. Samar Vyas: +91 90826 70218

Mr. Azharuddin Mulla: +91 77387 97810

ABSTRACT GUIDELINES

Format: Single-spaced, justified, typed in MS Word document.
Title: Times New Roman, 12 pt, Bold. Each word should begin with a capital letter (except transition words).
Author(s) Details: Times New Roman, 11 pt, Regular.

Format: Family Name, First Name
Affiliation: Institute / Hospital, Department, City, Country (superscripted numerically if more than one)
Presenting author’s name should appear first.
Provide the corresponding author’s email ID.

Abstract Body (200–250 words): Times New Roman, 11 pt.

Structure:

Clinical Studies: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
Clinical Case(s): Case History, Diagnosis, Management, Discussion, Outcome

TIMELINE & PRIZES

Deadline: 14th November 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 30th November 2025 (please check your email frequently for confirmation)

Prizes

Clinical Study

1st Prize: ₹5,000
2nd Prize (2 awards): ₹2,500 each
3rd Prize (3 awards): ₹1,500 each

Clinical Case

1st Prize: ₹4,000
2nd Prize (2 awards): ₹2,000 each
3rd Prize (3 awards): ₹1,000 each

POLICIES

A submission fee of ₹300 (non-refundable) is applicable for each abstract.
The research should not have been presented previously.
All abstracts/posters must be submitted in English and in the prescribed format.
Complimentary registration will be extended to the presenting author and co-authors of accepted abstracts.
The date and time of poster presentation will be communicated upon acceptance.
The presenting author must be physically present at the conference; failure to do so may affect acceptance of future submissions.
Posters should be displayed 30 minutes before the commencement of the session.
The decision of the JIC 2026 Scientific Committee regarding awards will be final and binding.
Participants will receive a poster (JPG/PDF) submission link in the confirmation email.
Certificates will be issued to the presenting author, listing the names of all co-authors.

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Dear Colleague,

Wishing you good health and positive energy.

As we move ahead with renewed purpose, we are truly grateful for your steadfast support and invaluable presence at the Joint International Conference (JIC) each year. Your contribution has helped us establish JIC as one of the most respected global forums for collaborative scientific learning.

We are delighted to announce that the 22nd edition of JIC – JIC 2026 – will be held from January 9 to 11, 2026, in an engaging on-ground format in Ahmedabad. Kindly mark your calendar and visit www.jicindia.org for regular updates.

This year’s conference promises a powerful and thought-provoking scientific agenda, featuring world-renowned faculty and domain experts. With comprehensive sessions, focused symposia, and engaging panel discussions, JIC-2026 is designed to deepen knowledge and elevate clinical practice.

Ahmedabad, the conference city, offers a perfect blend of ancient tradition and modern innovation. Known for its architectural splendor and cultural richness, the city invites you to explore both science and heritage.

We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to JIC-2026—to connect, collaborate, and contribute to a brighter, healthier future.

We look forward to meeting you at JIC 2026

Dr Anish Chandarana , Conference Chairman

Dr Tejas V. Patel , Chairman Scientific Committee

Dr Keyur Parikh, Chairman – Emeritus

Dr Milan Chag, Chairman Emeritus, Scientific Committee