SRM SEPSICON 2026 Advances Sepsis Care through National Collaboration and Clinical Innovation

SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre conducted SRM SEPSICON 2026 – “Decoding Sepsis”, a two-day national academic programme focused on strengthening clinical outcomes in sepsis diagnosis and management. Held on 17th and 18th March 2026, brought together experts, clinicians, researchers, and students from across the country, creating a focused platform for knowledge exchange and skill development in one of the most critical areas of healthcare.

The programme commenced with hands-on workshops that emphasised practical training in infection control practices, antimicrobial stewardship, and advanced blood diagnostic techniques. Participants engaged in case-based discussions, laboratory demonstrations, and audit-based learning, enabling them to translate theoretical knowledge into clinical application.

The Chief Guest, Dr. Rahul Narang, Dean (Research), Former Dean Academics, Professor & Head, Department of Microbiology, AIIMS Bibinagar, Hyderabad in his address, remarked, "One Health is not merely a concept but an operational systems framework that integrates human, animal, and environmental health; sustainability in healthcare must go beyond environmental responsibility to building self-sustaining systems; and the future of healthcare lies not in silos, but in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaboration."

Dr. Nithin M. Nagarkar, Pro-Vice Chancellor (MHS), SRMIST, in his felicitation address, remarked, "The future of effective healthcare lies in true multidisciplinary collaboration, where clinicians, microbiologists, and researchers work together in real time to deliver the best possible care."

Delivering the keynote address, Dr. R. Jayanthi, Dean (Medical), SRMMCHRC, stated, "Sepsis is truly a race against time, as it remains a major contributor to all-cause mortality and, unlike many other diseases, does not give us the luxury of time, making early diagnosis critical; I am confident that delegates across the globe will greatly benefit from these discussions."

In her welcome address, Dr. K V Leela, Associate Dean (UG Academics), Professor & Head, Department of Microbiology, SRMMCHRC, said, "Diagnosis of sepsis is crucial and time-sensitive in saving patients’ lives, and the clinical microbiologist plays a silent yet decisive role in delivering a precision strike against infections." she further addressed "Antimicrobial resistance is the silent pandemic of our era, demanding urgent and unified action."

The conference sessions addressed key challenges in sepsis care, including delayed diagnosis, antimicrobial resistance, and complex infections such as fungal sepsis. Expert-led deliberations and multidisciplinary panel discussions reinforced the importance of early recognition, evidence-based interventions, and coordinated clinical response.

SRM SEPSICON 2026 strengthened clinical preparedness by improving early diagnosis, promoting rational antimicrobial use, and reinforcing integrated laboratory-clinical decision-making. By equipping healthcare professionals with practical skills and updated knowledge, the programme supports better patient outcomes and a stronger overall response to sepsis.