MAX THYROID SYMPOSIUM - 2025.07.20
Prof. (Dr.) Pawan Gupta
Founder at ICanCaRe - Tobacco Wellness Program | Sr. Director Surgical Oncology, Oncosurgery Expertise
Event Report: MAX Thyroid Symposium 2025
Hosted at: Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali Date: 20th July 2025 Theme: Academics to Practice Convenors: Dr. Pawan Gupta | Dr. Gita Shrivastava | Dr. Abhishek Gupta | Dr. Vaibhav Singhal Total Participants: 115
Overview
The MAX Thyroid Symposium 2025, held at Max Vaishali, brought together some of the brightest minds in thyroid oncology for a one-day immersive academic event. Under the theme "Academics to Practice", the symposium aimed to translate the latest clinical knowledge into actionable strategies for day-to-day patient care.
Jointly hosted by Dr. Pawan Gupta, Dr. Gita Shrivastava, Dr. Abhishek Gupta, and Dr. Vaibhav Singhal, the event attracted 115 participants, including practicing clinicians, residents, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
Highlights
Keynote Addresses by stalwarts such as Prof. Dr. Anil D’Cruz, Prof. Dr. Chintamani, and Prof. Dr. Anoop Raj set the academic tone, offering deep insights into the evolving landscape of thyroid cancer care.
Featured Talks by experts like Dr. Vipin Arora, Mr. Prabhat Ranjan, and Dr. S. A. Shamim provided practical takeaways on risk stratification, medtech innovations, and long-term follow-up strategies.
Panel Discussions covered a broad spectrum of thyroid cancer management:
The event concluded with certificate distribution, networking, and high tea, rounding off a day full of insights and interaction.
Key Takeaways
Strong focus on applicability: Every session was tailored to help attendees integrate the latest evidence into clinical workflows.
Collaborative spirit: Sessions were enriched with multidisciplinary voices, promoting integrated care for thyroid patients.
Learning from leaders: The presence of national experts as speakers, moderators, and chairs created a rare opportunity for attendees to engage with the best minds in the field.
Closing Note
The overwhelming participation and engagement highlighted the thirst for knowledge and collaboration in thyroid oncology. While the packed agenda did face some time constraints, it also reflected the richness and relevance of the topics.
Dr. Pawan Gupta acknowledged this in his concluding message, expressing sincere gratitude to all faculties and participants and assuring continued refinement in future academic programs.
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Inaugural Session
The event opened with a warm Welcome Address by the convenors, followed by a Keynote Address by Prof. Dr. Anil D’Cruz, who presented “Thyroid Cancer – What’s Changed in the Last Decade.” His talk highlighted shifts in staging, molecular profiling, and evolving surgical indications—laying a solid academic foundation.
Panel 1: From Swelling to Diagnosis – A Multidisciplinary Lens
Moderator: Dr. Sabyasachi Saxena Panelists:
Dr. Vignesh (Radiology): Simplified the use of TIRADS in clinical settings
Dr. Hema Aiyer (Pathology): Delivered updates on the latest WHO classification of thyroid neoplasms
Dr. Raman Arora (Molecular Diagnostics): Explained when and how to use molecular testing
Dr. Jiten Kapoor (Nuclear Medicine): Outlined the role of Tc-99 and I-123 in diagnostic pathways
Chairpersons: Dr. Mala Bhattacharya, Dr. Sanjay Mangla, Dr. Pawan Gambhir, Dr. Darpreet Bhamrah, Mr. Prabhat Ranjan
Panel 2: Decision Making – Beyond Diagnosis
Moderator: Dr. Chintamani Panelists:
Dr. Suman Kharkwal: Approach to evaluation of a thyroid nodule
Dr. Komal Lamba: Decision-making process before surgical intervention
Dr. Vaibhav Singhal: Endocrinological evaluation and indications for active surveillance
Chaired by: Dr. Neeraj Goel, Dr. Hemendra Singh, Dr. Lalit Verma, Dr. Sameer Aeron
Panel 3: Complex Thyroid Surgeries – Masterclass I
Moderator: Dr. Arun Goel Speakers:
Dr. Vimmi Gautam: Anatomical landmarks in thyroid surgery
Dr. Akshat Malik: Use of intraoperative neuromonitoring and managing RLN involvement
Dr. Shikhar Sawhney: Techniques for parathyroid gland preservation
Chairpersons: Dr. Jivan Tripathi, Dr. Anurag Jain, Dr. Iqbal Ahmed, Dr. Chandresh Agrawal
Video Masterclass II: Advanced Surgical Scenarios
Moderator: Dr. Divya Vaid Speakers:
Dr. Ankit Vishwani: Tracheal window resection – indications and technical tips
Dr. Khyati Bhatia: When not to operate in thyroid cancer cases
Dr. Ritu Verma: Role of image-guided ablation in thyroid lesions
Chairpersons: Dr. Sandeep Jain, Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Bassi, Dr. Manasi Mehra
Featured Talk: Medical Innovation
Mr. Prabhat Ranjan (IHFC - DST) spoke about building a robust Indian medtech ecosystem and the future of indigenous device innovation.
Chairpersons: Dr. Pravesh Singh, Dr. Pravin Kumar, Dr. Supriya Wadhwa
Post-Lunch Keynote
Prof. Dr. Chintamani delivered a thought-provoking address on "Neck Dissection in Thyroid Cancer: What is Optimum?"—bringing together academic insights and on-ground surgical realities.
Panel 4: Survivorship & Post-Operative Protocols
Featured Talk – Dr. Vipin Arora (UCMS): Dynamic risk stratification for recurrence prediction Speakers:
Dr. Jaspriya Bal: Role of rTSH and its clinical utility
Dr. Kapil Dev: Follow-up responsibilities of the surgical team
Chairpersons: Dr. Pankaj Douggal, Dr. Vaibhav Singhal, Dr. Abhishek Gupta, Dr. Mukta Jain Shah
Managing Complications & Long-Term Care
Dr. S. A. Shamim (AIIMS): Spoke on long-term follow-up intricacies
Dr. Tapaswini Pradhan: Addressed complication prevention in thyroid surgery
Dr. Vaibhav Singhal: Focused on managing post-op hypoparathyroidism
Prof. Dr. Anoop Raj: Shared practical strategies to handle nerve injury post-thyroidectomy
Chairpersons: Dr. Rudra Acharya, Dr. Ravi Meher, Dr. Ishwar Singh, Dr. Gaurav Mahajan
Final Session: Systemic Therapy Updates
Speakers:
Dr. Partha S. Choudhury: Management of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) beyond radioiodine
Dr. Disha Tiwari: Latest in systemic therapies for advanced thyroid cancer
Moderator: Dr. Meenu Walia Discussants: Dr. Swapan Sarkar, Dr. Hitesh Aggarwal, Dr. Amit Tyagi
– Report compiled by Dr. Pawan Gupta Senior Director, Surgical Oncology MAX Vaishali | Convenor – MAX Thyroid Symposium 2025