Diabetic Foot Courses In India

Prof.m. Viswanathan Diabetes Research Centre

Eligibility: Master degree in Biochemistry / Biotechnology For further details please write to E-mail id: [email protected] (Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University) For further details please write to E-mail id: [email protected] M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, a pioneer in delivering Diabetes Care, conducts on regular basis an Intensive training programme on foot care exclusively for Doctors from India and abroad. The curriculum will include theory classes and hands on experience in wound clinics. The training will be conducted in the Foot Department of the Hospital. Course Director : Dr.Vijay Viswanathan MD,Ph.D., FRCP(London), FRCP(Glasgow) Faculty : Multi- Disciplinary team of Physicians, Surgeons, Educators Dieticians and Medical Sociologists. Fees : 3135 US$ per person for International participants (must pay in equivalent Indian rupees). INR 2, 00,000 per person for participants from overseas. Attend the course with student VISA. Eligibility : Graduates / Post Graduates in Medicine Surgery INTENSIVE TRAINING IN DIABETES PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT FOR NURSES M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, a pioneer in delivering Diabetes Care, conducts on regular basis an Intensive training in Diabetes prevention and management for nurses from India and abroad. The curriculum will include theory classes, Hands on Experience in wound clinics and OT experience. Course Director : Dr.Vijay Viswanathan MD,Ph.D., FRCP(London), FRCP(Glasgow) Faculty : Multi - Disciplinary team of Physicians, Surgeons, Educators, Dieticians, Medical Sociologists & Nursing Superintendents. Fees : 2352 US$ per person for International participants (must pay in equivalent Indian rupees). INR 1,50,000 per person for participants fro Continue reading >>

Incidence, Risk Factors For Amputation Among Patients With Diabetic Foot Ulcer In A North Indian Tertiary Care Hospital.

Generate a file for use with external citation management software. Foot (Edinb). 2012 Mar;22(1):24-30. doi: 10.1016/j.foot.2011.09.003. Epub 2011 Nov 12. Incidence, risk factors for amputation among patients with diabetic foot ulcer in a North Indian tertiary care hospital. Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, J.N. Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh 202002, India. Aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and risk factors for amputation among patients with diabetic foot ulcer (DFU). We performed a prospective study of 162 DFU in patients treated in a multidisciplinary based diabetes and endocrinology centre of Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College of Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India during the period of December 2008-March 2011. Detailed history and physical examination was carried out for every subject. Risk factors for amputation were determined by univariate analysis with 95% of CI. The overall amputation rate was 28.4%. On univariate analysis, male sex [OR 2.8, RR 1.28], hypertension [OR 2.83, RR 1.31], neuropathy [OR 3.01, RR 1.35], nephropathy [OR 2.24, RR 1.26], LDL-C (>100mg/dl) [OR 2.53, RR 1.28], total cholesterol (>150mg/dl) [OR 3.74, RR 1.52],HDLC(<40mg/dl) [OR 1.19, RR 1.18], triglycerides (>200mg/dl) [OR 5.44, RR1.76], previous antibiotic use [OR 9.12, RR 1.92], osteomyelitis [OR 6.97, RR 2.43] and biofilm infection [OR 4.52, RR 1.41] were significant risk factors. The risk factors for amputation were presence of PVD, leukocytosis, neuropathy, nephropathy, hypertension, dyslipidemia, over use of antibiotics, osteomyelitis, biofilm production and higher grade of ulcer. Copyright 2011 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved. Continue reading >>

Diabetes Foot Treatment India | Diabetec Foot Surgon | Podiatrist

Comprehensive foot examination and consultation Comprehensive foot examination and consultation helps in identifying warning signs of neuropathy or preventing the injuries which often go unnoticed due to lack of sensation in the feet Evaluation for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy 10gms Semmes Weinstein Monofilament: is used to assess the protective sensation in the feet. Inability to perceive 10gm pressure in the feet is indicative of damage to large nerve fiber resulting in neuropathy 128 Hz tuning fork: is used to assess vibration sense in the feet; alteration in the perception indicates the early sign of neuropathy. Hot and Cold Perception is a specialized machine that helps in detecting the damage to small nerve fiber which leads to impaired hot and cold perception in the feet. Inability to detcet the thermal perception can make the patient at risk of thermal injuries and ulceration. Biothesiometer is an electrically operated machine which helps in detecting early stage neuropathy by delivering minute but normally detectable vibration in volts/microns to the feet. Evaluation for Peripheral Vascular Diseases Ankle Brachial Index is a powerful noninvasive tool in predicting peripheral vascular disease (or decreased blood supply toward the feet). Electronic Baropedometer helps in detecting the abnormal pressure beneath the feet. High platar presssure at weight bearing area is a significant risk factor for ulceration, callus formation. This scan also helps in modifying and designing the appropriate footwear. Anodyne therapy is a noninvasive well advanced and evolving therapy for the management of painful neuropathy and poor circulation. It can be used along with the pills Appropriate glucose management and Metabolic control Continue reading >>

Ipafootcare | Best Association Of Diabetic Care In Delhi Ncr.

Greetings from Indian Podiatry Association! On behalf of the organizing committee, it is our pleasure to cordially invite you to the Diabetic Footcare Podiatry Course which will be held in May, July, August & September 2018, organized by Indian Podiatry Association. Diabetic Foot Care or Podiatry is at very incipient stage in our country but Diabetic Foot complications are increasing at an alarming pace. We have about more than 1 lac lower limb amputations among Diabetic patients is our country per year. It should be the utmost endeavour of every Physician dealing with Diabetic care, to give comprehensive Diabetic Foot care or Podiatry Care to our patients so that we can reduce down that vast number of amputations among diabetic patients. We are conducting for the fifth consecutive year, live workshops in Diabetic Wound Management, VAC, Therapy, Ultrasonic Debridement, a special workshop on Stem Cells in Diabetic wounds, Gait Analysis, Orthotics, Hyperbartic Oxygen Therapy, PRP Technique, Offloading Techniques. This is a good opportunity for young doctors dealing in Diabetic Care and Interested in Podiatry to avoil this benefit and enhance their clinical skill in Diabetic Foot care. Renowned National and International experts will provide updates on the latest scientific advances in Diabetic Foot Care and future directions in areas given under course content on next page. Continue reading >>

Diabetic Foot Infection Causes, Symptoms, Treatment In India | Medanta | Medanta

Diabetic foot infection is an open sore that usually does not heal, and may lead to serious complications. In many cases, they take form of ulcers and provide an entry route for bacteria which caus... Diabetic foot infection is an open sore that usually does not heal, and may lead to serious complications. In many cases, they take form of ulcers and provide an entry route for bacteria which causes infections. They are basically a common complication of poorly controlled diabetes, forming as a result of skin tissue breaking down and exposing the layers underneath. Neuropathy can also cause structural deformities that can compound minor injuries to the foot. Diabetic foot infection is defined as soft tissue or bone infection below the malleoli, and are most commonly seen to occur under the big toes and the balls of the feet, affecting the feet severely. Some of the common symptoms of diabetic foot infection are: The common causes of diabetic foot infection are: Possible risk factors of diabetic foot infection are: Following are some preventive measures to take up: Gentle cleansing of the affected area with soap followed by application of moisturizer. Do not walk barefoot outdoors or indoors. Wear comfortable shoes and avoid wearing tight socks. Do not use heating pads or devices that warm your feet. The treatment of diabetic foot infection depends on the severity of the infection. No matter how moderate or severe the infection is, the patient has to be hospitalized. Its procedure of treatment can range from basic incision and drainage to mult.. The treatment of diabetic foot infection depends on the severity of the infection. No matter how moderate or severe the infection is, the patient has to be hospitalized. Its procedure of treatment can range from basic incision and Continue reading >>

The Salsa Fellowship

Want to change the worldone step at a time? The fellowships central aim is to train and develop future leaders in this field. The Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA) at the University of Southern California is acknowledged as one of the top training programs in the world for people with interest in advanced clinical/academic leadership positions in limb salvage.The focus is on reconstructive foot and ankle surgical training, high-volume service management, and limb salvage techniques in a uniquely integrated toe and flow service model. Most candidates also create a hybrid of clinical and research foci. Ideal candidates should possess an already strong clinical and academic background with a keen interest in academic development, inpatient and outpatient care, and research. We train and have trained fellows from a variety of medical, surgical, and research backgrounds over the last two and a half decades. This fellowship was developed to meet the unique and varied health, education and research needs of the field of diabetic foot care. [email protected] provides care for patients throughout the Southland and the world, with regular out of state and international consultations. SALSA is one of the most dynamic and productive clinical/research teams in the world dedicated to the diabetic foot, wound healing, and limb salvage. Graduates of our fellowship programs include many of the leading clinicians and researchers in the field, worldwide. Applicants should forward a letter of intent (preferably via email) with their curriculum vitae to the attention of: Continue reading >>

JDRF Announces National Diabetes Psychology Fellowship Program

India's First Online Diabetic Foot Care Forum Laun

India's first online Diabetic Foot Care forum launched A campaign has been launched to spread awareness about prevention of diabetes foot complications in Tamil Nadu. Launched by leading hospital M V Hospital, the campaign was inaugurated with an interactive public discussion forum by Dr. T. P. Kalaniti, MD, Director of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu, in Chennai on Monday. World renowned podiatrist Dr. Ali Foster, Honorary Consultant at Kings College, NHS London [ Images ], shared insights on prevention of foot complications at a public interactive session attended by over 300 people. On the occasion, Dr. Kalaniti also launched India's first online Diabetic Foot Care forum www.mvdiabeticfoot.com . The forum will provide tips and advice for management and prevention of dreaded foot complications that could arise due to diabetes. As a globally recognised health care centre for foot care complications, foot care specialists from M V Hospital will provide all the necessary content and counseling through the forum. To ensure that the awareness programme reaches right up to the grass-root level, M V Hospital also released a booklet titled 'Tips on Foot Care for People with Diabetes'. "The 'Online Diabetic Foot Care programme' will help us to reach patients across the globe and provide counseling and guidance for not only diabetic foot issues but for all kinds of foot related problems," said Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, Managing Director, MV Hospital. Over the years, MV Hospital has registered over 2, 00,000 patients to-date. The Hospital along with Diabetes Research Centre also undertakes research and imparts postgraduate training to doctors in diabetology. Continue reading >>

Global Diabetic Foot Course: The Evolving Concept In Diabetic Foot 21-24 November 2017 Rixos Premium Hotel ,dubai. Uae

AMIT JAINS INSTITUTE OF DIABETIC FOOT AND WOUND CARE Dr Amit Jain is an Associate professor in Department of surgery at Rajarajeswari medical college, Bangalore. Earlier, he was an Assistant professor at St Johns medical college and worked there for 7 years. He is currently a senior consultant and Head at AMIT JAINS INSTITUTE OF DIABETIC FOOT AND WOUND CARE at Brindhavvan Areion hospital, Bangalore. Dr Amit Jain is also a consultant podiatric surgeon at Division of diabetic foot and wound care at MV Centre of diabetes, Bangalore. He is also a visiting consultant at Synergy centre, karthik hospital and south city hospital in Bangalore. He can be best described as An amalgamation of good surgical skills, qualification, dedicated work, innovation and expertise, Dr Amit worked last 8 years exclusively and focused his work on diabetic foot. Unknown, in the subcontinent till 2013, when Dr Amit Jain was identified as a talent by Gulf Diabetic Foot Working Group [GDFWG]. Dr Amit won first place for his work at IDFC 2013 held in Dubai after which he was presented internationally as one of the experts in diabetic foot field by the same group. Having presented his work internationally at Qatar, Egypt, Europe, Muscat, Malaysia, etc, Today, he is one of the most liked and popular international speaker from Indian subcontinent. He started speaking in India only after 2015 and was invited guest speaker at various national and state conferences and CMEs like DIACON 2015, MPASICON, MAGNACODE UPDATE, ETC Commonly, known by many as a LIVING LEGEND IN THE FIELD OF DIABETIC FOOT, Dr Amit is well known for his independent new concepts in diabetic foot complications that will improvise the diabetic foot practice around the world. Having laid down the worlds first principle and practice in di Continue reading >>

International Conference On Diabetic Foot | Idea Clinics India

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON "What you can't feel can hurt you! " June 4th, 2016 (Saturday) 9am - 5pm Taj Krishna, Hyderabad INSTITUTE OF DIABETES, ENDOCRINOLOGY & ADIPOSITY King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Prof Michael Edmonds Diabetic Consultant King's College Hospital, London Prof. Michael Edmonds isConsultant Diabetologist at King's College Hospital in London with a special responsibility for care ofpeople with diabetes and foot problems. In 1981, realising the value of multidisciplinary care, he set upthe Diabetic Foot Clinic at King's College Hospital as a pioneering multidisciplinary service which can becalled as the FIRST dedicated multidisciplinary foot clinic in the World. He will deliver two lectures as livewebcasts. Dr Venu Kavarthapu FRCS (Tr&Orth) Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon King's College Hospital, LondonPresident, Indian Orthopaedic Society UK Mr Kavarthapu was appointed as a Consultant OrthopaedicSurgeon at King's College Hospital, London in 2006. Mr Kavarthapu's special interest is in lower limbsurgery. Mr Kavarthapu also heads an established Diabetic Foot clinic that undertakes corrective surgeryrequired for foot deformities caused by diabetes. This service has been recognised nationally. Please note that a Post-Conference Workshop will take place on June 5th, 2016 (Sunday) 10am-2pm IDEACLINICS (Hitech City) Contact +91 98496 68628 for registration details. These terms and conditions govern your use of this software/website; by using this software/website, you accept these terms and conditions in full. If you disagree with these terms and conditions or any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use this software/website. You must be at least [18] years of age to use Kare4U software/website. By using this Kare4U software/websit Continue reading >>

Ijcp- Diabetology

Professor V Seshiah is the chairman of Dr V Seshiah Diabetes Research Institute, Chennai. He is the former Professor and Emeritus Professor of diabetology at Madras Medical College. He has been instrumental in establishing an independent Department Of Diabetology, the first of its kind in India at Madras Medical College and Govt. General Hospital, Chennai. Since its inception the Department Of Diabetology, Madras Medical College has developed into one of the finest in the field. He had started a Post Graduate Course in diabetes leading to Diploma in Diabetology under Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. The Department has also been recognised by The Medical Council of India for PhD. Prof Seshiah was also the first to start a separate division of Pregnancy and Diabetes in 1979 in the Govt. Hospital for Women and Children Egmore, Chennai He is also the Founding Chairman of the Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Group India [DIPSI]. Presently, Vice Chairman of the International Association of Diabetes in Pregnancy study group [IADPSG]. He is the member of the Expert Review Committee for the Global Guidelines on Pregnancy & Diabetes at International Diabetes Federation (IDF). Professor Seshiah is a Member of the World Health Organization Expert Committee for consultation on diagnosis and screening for gestational diabetes. He is also a Task Force Committee member of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Pregnancy and Diabetes. Professor Seshiah is the author of a book titled A Handbook on diabetes mellitus. He has also contributed a chapter to Textbook of Diabetes and Pregnancy [2nd edition]. He has received several awards including the Dr B C Roy National Award for the development of the speciality of diabetology in India and Distinguished Member Award of the Association of Continue reading >>

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Courses/ Training >> Diabetes Foot Care and Foot wear Training Programme Foot care in diabetes is usually given minimal importance until a complication occurs. Individuals with diabetes are at 20 times more risk of limb amputations, of which many can be easily prevented. In view of this, the departments of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Vascular surgery converged to organize a training program for medical, and paramedical fraternity-on foot care and foot wear modification training in diabetes. Every community has nurses, physiotherapists and individuals trained in prosthetics & Orthotics- many of whom are in constant contact with individuals with diabetes. Training them on management of pre-ulcerative lesions of the foot e.g. callosity removal and designing footwear to off load abnormal pressure point in the feet as part of primary prevention can be a turning point for an individual with diabetes with his/her whole productivelife ahead of them. The course includes theory classes on basic concepts of diabetes and foot complications commonly encountered, taken by Diabetes foot care team and Vascular surgeons. Upon development of an ulcer how to manage dressings and debridement is focused upon. Training on foot wear modification and other orthoses involved in diabetes foot ulcer management will be conducted by the Prosthetic and Orthotic technicians at the Rehabilitation Center here based on several years of experience. The program also includes hands on foot wear creation, modification, debridement of callosity and ulcer on a model, and on patients as well. We invite applications for Foot care and Foot wear Training in Diabetes. Once in three months as well. The dates will beintimated online, periodically. Click here to d Continue reading >>

Fellowship In Podiatric Medicine And Surgery (fpms)

Fellowship in Diabetic Foot Management (FDFM) AS PER IDF DATA, APPROXIMATELY 425 MILLION PEOPLE ARE AFFECTED BY DIABETES ACROSS THE GLOBE. SIGNIFICANT PART OF WHOM ARE IN THE ASIA PACIFIC REGION. INDIA IS NOW THE DIABETES CAPITAL OF THE WORLD WITH 73 MILLION PEOPLE AFFECTED. IT IS ESTIMATED THAT DIABETES WOULD AFFECT MORE 12% OF THE POPULATION BY 2025. (SOURCE IDF ATLAS 8 EDITION) FOOT COMPLICATIONS IS ONE OF THE MOST SERIOUS CONDITIONS, AFFECTING 19% - 25% OF DIABETIC POPULATION. IT IS NOTE WORTHY THAT, ONE THIRD OF THE EXPENDITURE ON DIABETIC CARE IS LINKED TO MANAGEMENT OF FOOT ULCERS DIABETIC FOOT CARE IS IN ITS INCIPIENT STAGE IN INDIA AND ASIA HOWEVER FOOT COMPLICATIONS DUE TO DIABETES ARE INCREASING AT AN ALARMING PACE. ABOUT 100 THOUSAND LOWER LIMB AMPUTATIONS ARE CONDUCTED AMONG DIABETIC PATIENTS IN INDIA PER YEAR. IT SHOULD BE THE UTMOST ENDEAVOUR OF EVERY PHYSICIAN DEALING WITH DIABETIC CARE TO GIVE COMPREHENSIVE DIABETIC CARE, INCLUDING FOOT CARE TO THE PATIENTS SO THAT WE CAN IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND REDUCE AMPUTATIONS DUE TO DIABETES AMONGST THE POPULATION. PROFESSIONAL FELLOW PROGRAM IN MANAGEMENT OF DIABETIC FOOT CONDITIONS (FMDF) IS INDIAS ONLY 6 MONTHS MENTOR LED, BLENDED LEARNING PROGRAM IN PODIATRY. IT INCLUDES ONLINE VIDEO MODULES, LIVE WEBINARS & WORKSHOPS, HANDS ON TRAINING, MCQ AND DESCRIPTIVE ASSESSMENTS ALONG WITH IN-PERSON MENTORING. THE COURSE COVERS A WIDE VARIETY OF PRACTICE ESSENTIAL TOPICS SUCH AS APPLIED ANATOMY, BIOMECHANICS OF THE FOOT, ADVANCED DIABETIC FOOT MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES SUCH AS PLASMA REPLACEMENT THERAPY, ULTRASONIC DEBRIDEMENT AND ROLE OF ORTHOTICS AND MANY MORE. THE PROGRAM IS CONDUCTED UNDER THE ABLE GUIDANCE AND MENTORSHIP OF LEADING NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS. ON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE, CANDIDAT Continue reading >>

Diabetic Foot | The Bmj

Satish Chandra Mishra, consultant surgeon and scientist 1 , 1Department of Surgery, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Hospital, Mumbai, India 3Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College and King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India 4Global Health and Development Group, Imperial College London, St Marys Hospital, London, UK Correspondence to: A Mehndiratta abha{at}mail.harvard.edu Diabetic foot can be prevented with good glycaemic control, regular foot assessment, appropriate footwear, patient education, and early referral for pre-ulcerative lesions Examine the feet of people with diabetes for any lesions and screen for peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease, which can lead to injuries or ulceration Refer patients with foot ulceration and signs of infection, sepsis, or ischaemia immediately to a specialised diabetic foot centre for surgical care, revascularisation, and rehabilitation Foot disease affects nearly 6% of people with diabetes 1 and includes infection, ulceration, or destruction of tissues of the foot. 2 It can impair patients quality of life and affect social participation and livelihood. 3 Between 0.03% and 1.5% of patients with diabetic foot require an amputation. 4 Most amputations start with ulcers and can be prevented with good foot care and screening to assess the risk for foot complications. 5 We provide an update on the prevention and initial management of diabetic foot in primary care. This clinical update is based on recommendations in the standard treatment guideline, The diabetic foot: prevention and management in India 2016, published by the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. 33 A multidisciplinary guideline development group consisting of surgeons, primary care practitioners, and a patient representative developed these Continue reading >>

Diabetik Foot Care India Pvt Limited

The Chief promoter, Mr. Elango Devy has more than 29 years of working knowledge in medical electronics and started his entrepreneurship in 1990. During the year 2002, moved into the diabetes domain. Incorporated the Diabetik Foot Care India in April 2005 to distribute the products worldwide matching the International Standards. From April 2013 we have become a Private Limited Company and the new name of the company is Diabetik Foot Care India Pvt. Ltd. We are considered the market leader in providing the complete solution for the management of diabetic foot complications. Our products are supplied to doctors/clinics/ hospitals in Australia, Bangladesh, Bolivia, Bulgaria, China, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Macedonia, Malaysia, Magnolia, Mauritius, Myanmar, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, UAE and USA. It is the policy of DFCI to provide quality products and services that consistently meet the needs and expectations of our customers and the regulatory requirements of our industry. We have implemented our quality policy uniformly throughout the company through the development, execution, maintenance and continuous improvement of the quality functional guidelines and operating procedures, which have been prepared for every major functional organization within the company. To meet the export market demand, we have acquired ISO 13485:2012. Continue reading >>

Programs | Diabetic Foot International

Train-the-Foot-Trainer ( TtFT) Program: How to set up a Step-by-Step Project From Step-by-Step programmes to Train-the-Foot Trainer Courses The spin-off effect of the Step-by-Step (SbS) courses is significant. This programme was successfully first introduced in 2004 and per December 2012 in over a dozen other countries implemented since. Because of its success there is a rapidly and increasing demand for these programmes in countries throughout the world. As a result it was felt that in order to sustain this good initiative a new model had to be adopted, which was robust both financial and in manpower terms. For this reason the Step-by-Step Development and Research Group (SSDRG) of the IWGFD initiated at the end of 2010 the idea of developing the Train-the-Foot-Trainer program; How to set up a Step-by-Step project, aimed to reach more regions in a shorter period and to respond in an efficient way the demands. The first pilot project was held as TtFT course in the SACA (South and Central America) region in Brasilia, Brazil, from 5-8 December 2012. Train-the-Foot-Trainer program, how to set up a Step-by-Step project First TtFT course: participants, faculty, sponsors and observers Given the enormous success in the past decade of the Step-by-Step programs (SbS), the Step-by-Step Development and Research Group (SSDRG) of the IWGFD initiated at the end of 2010 the idea of developing a Train-the-Foot-Trainer program, how to set up a Step-by-Step project, aimed to reach more regions in a shorter period and to respond in an efficient way the demands. As a result the first Train-the-Foot-Trainer (TtFT) course was held in Brasilia, Brazil 5-8 December 2012. This was the first of a series planned to be executed in several regions around the world. General considerations as history Continue reading >>