On 25th June 2025, Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists – Nagpur City Branch conducted a Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Demonstration and Hands-on Training Workshop during COGNITIA – Undergraduate Medical Conference held at Government Medical College Nagpur.

The workshop aimed to strengthen resuscitation skills among undergraduate medical students and prepare them for real-life emergency situations.

Faculty for the Workshop

The training was conducted by:

• Dr. Yogesh Zawar
  Faculty, GMC Nagpur
  ISA–NCB Member
• Dr. Akshay Shende
  Faculty, GMC Nagpur
  ISA–NCB Member

The faculty provided a structured demonstration of BCLS protocols followed by supervised hands-on practice.

Participation and Impact

• 100+ MBBS students actively participated
• Demonstration of cardiac arrest assessment and CPR techniques
• Hands-on practice using mannequins
• Interactive discussion and query resolution

The enthusiastic response from students highlighted the importance of incorporating practical life-support training early in medical education.