A collaborative Continuing Medical Education (CME) program focusing on High Altitude, Marine Medicine, and Aerospace Medicine was jointly organized by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) on November 24, 2024. This unique initiative brought together experts from both the Armed Forces and the civilian medical community to address challenges and advancements in terrain-based medicine.
The event was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin, AVSM, VSM, Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS), who delivered the keynote address. In her speech, Vice Admiral Sarin emphasized the importance of research and innovation in tackling the unique challenges of High Altitude, Marine, and Aerospace Medicine—fields that are critical to the Armed Forces. She highlighted the potential for collaborative research between AFMS and AIIMS to advance medical knowledge and improve healthcare delivery in these specialized domains.
The CME provided a platform for knowledge-sharing and collaboration, enhancing the synergy between the Armed Forces and the civil medical fraternity. This event reflects a shared commitment to improving specialized medical care and addressing the evolving healthcare needs of personnel in diverse and challenging environments.