JAMMU: Emphasising a transformative shift in medical diagnostics, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday urged the healthcare sector to adopt Artificial Intelligence and big data analysis to enhance accuracy and speed in disease detection while addressing the inaugural session of APCON 2025 at Government Medical College, Jammu.
The 5-Day annual conference on the theme “Emerging Trends in Pathology: From Morphology to Molecular Insights,” has brought together leading pathologists and microbiologists to deliberate on the latest advancements and innovations shaping the field of pathology.
In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the need to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) and big data analysis into diagnostic processes for accuracy and speed and to strengthen the bridge between Science and Medicine.
“Healthcare system must focus on enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing time to treatment. Mainstreaming the Precision Medicine approach through advanced diagnostic tests is crucial. Labs should develop modern infrastructure to transform data into clinical insights for doctors,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor made valuable suggestions for developing preventative strategies and improving public health.
“First, empower the pathology field with cutting-edge advancements and develop standard protocols for patient treatment through multidisciplinary research.
Secondly, identify and bridge gaps in educational programs by developing new training modules.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that, under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the healthcare sector has seen historic transformation. He urged all stakeholders to work together to expand digital records and the Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) facility to remote areas and link smaller health centers with larger labs for expert advice.
“Building a modern healthcare system and improving the quality of life for all, is our goal. Public and private sectors must collaborate to provide dedicated diagnostic facilities in remote areas and reduce the time between diagnosis and treatment in far-flung areas,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
Dr Ashutosh Gupta, Principal GMC Jammu; Dr Usha Kini, President Indian Association of Pathologists & Microbiologists (IAPM); Dr. Reeni Mallik, Vice President IAPM; Dr. Ranjan Agarwal, Honorary Secretary, IAPM; office bearers of IAPM and International Academy of Pathologists-Indian Division (IAP-ID), Pathologists and Medical Professionals attended the inaugural session.
Arvind Gupta, Member Legislative Assembly from Jammu West; Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary Health and Medical Education, and senior officials of civil and police administration were also present.
