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In Memory of Dr. Sandhya Jella Nandedkar Supported by Dr. Abhay Kumar Jella and Family

We’ve made a small but important update to our list of scholarship recipients for the Second Jella Nandedkar Memorial Hybrid Symposium on Evidence-Based Palliative Care.

Two of the originally selected scholars have stepped down due to personal reasons. We’re proud to welcome two new recipients from our waiting list who bring equal passion and dedication to the field.

The updated list of 15 scholars reflects our continued commitment to supporting emerging leaders in palliative care.

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🎓 Call for Applications: Scholarship to Attend

Second Jella Nandedkar Memorial Hybrid Symposium on Evidence-Based Palliative Care
Location: Hotel Avasa, Hitech City, Hyderabad | Format: Hybrid | Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025.

The Indo-American Cancer Association (IACA) in collaboration with the Pain Relief and Palliative Care Society (PRPCS) is pleased to announce 15 scholarships for deserving candidates to attend the one-day Hybrid Symposium on Evidence-Based Palliative Care in Hyderabad.

This hybrid event honors the legacy of Dr. Sandhya J. Nandedkar and brings together global experts to advance compassionate, evidence-based palliative care.

📌 Scholarship Details

• Total Scholarships: 15 (10 for doctors, 5 for nurses)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  1.  Applicant must be a trained professional in Palliative Care– Completed 6-week / 4-week Certificate Course in Palliative Care OR Any other Degree (MD, DNB in Palliative Care etc./ training in Palliative Care from a recognized Institution.
  2. Must be a full-time Palliative Care Physician/Nurse in a recognized/reputed Palliative Care Centre.
  3.  Preference will be given to IACA’s 6-week certificate course alumni practicing full-time palliative care or full-time Palliative Care Physician/Nurse.
• Benefits:

• Complimentary registration to attend the symposium.
• One-day boarding and lodging support by IACA & PRPCS.
• Networking opportunities with national and international faculty.

📑 Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

1. Completed Application Form: Link to application form: https://forms.gle/1bEiviK8wg7QiCT19
2. Updated CV highlighting qualifications and Palliative Care experience.

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to enrich your knowledge, strengthen evidence-based practice, and network with experts in the field of Palliative Care.

👉 Apply now and be a part of this prestigious event in Hyderabad!

Last Date to apply: 5^th October 2025

Save the Date

Second Jella Nandedkar Memorial Hybrid Symposium

on Evidence-Based Palliative Care (EBPC)

 Saturday, 8th November 2025
 Hotel Avasa, Hitech City, Hyderabad

This symposium will bring together leading experts and practitioners to exchange insights and advance best practices in palliative care.

A detailed agenda will follow shortly.

Warm regards,
Manoj Kumar Gujela
Program Manager – India :Indo- American Cancer Association
email: programmanager.india@iacaweb.org

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