I compliment the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FoMHS), Symbiosis International (Deemed University) SIU, for organizing SYMHEALTH 2023, National Conference on Interdisciplinary Approach to Healthcare.

It is befitting that the University would convene an event that marks the significance of integrating ideas and information from across many disciplines. This is in consonance with our guiding mission of forging a nationwide understanding through quality education.

The Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences aims at promoting an innovative interdisciplinary model for both education and training of healthcare professionals. We believe that the act of expanding and disseminating knowledge must not be an insular activity, limited to the institution. It must be debated and contested with peers in academia, the industry, and beyond. I am confident that all stakeholders in health sciences will find opportunities to be heard, to learn, and to collaborate in the upcoming Conference.

I invite you to join us in making the Conference a success.

Prof. Dr. S. B. Mujumdar
Founder & President, Symbiosis

It is my pleasure to invite you to attend SYMHEALTH 2023, an interdisciplinary Conference organized by the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FoMHS), Symbiosis International (Deemed University) SIU.

The Conference brings together many important strains of the healthcare domain and it is quite appropriate that it is hosted by Symbiosis which has championed the values of academic excellence since its inception.

The theme this year is ‘Stakeholder engagement for integrated healthcare – Futuristic approach' It underscores the importance of applying the integrative strategies to the theory and practice of health sciences. One needs only to consider any one of the urgent public health issues, such as diabetes to grasp the achievable gains that accrue through a collaborative and trans-disciplinary approach. The Conference will highlight some such contemporary issues in healthcare that cannot be discussed insularly and beg the context of a wider discourse.

As well as participating in the Conference, I hope that you will take time to explore the historical city of Pune and the scenic locales of our University campus at Lavale. This event promises to be a premier platform to showcase the innovation and dynamism in health sciences in a globalized world.

I wish the Conference great success.

Dr. Vidya Yeravdekar
Pro-Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

On behalf of the Symbiosis International (Deemed University) SIU, I welcome you to SYMHEALTH 2023, organized by the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. The event focuses on 'Stakeholder engagement for integrated healthcare – Futuristic approach' and is scheduled to take place on April 28th & 29th, 2023 at the SIU campus at Lavale.

The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences aims at addressing an impelling need for the application of interdisciplinary approach to the education and training of healthcare professionals. The conference will provide an opportunity for stakeholders beyond academia and industry, to exchange insights, present emerging opportunities, make networking connections, and to share resources.

The interactive sessions over the three days are divided across the healthcare spectrum and are led by renowned subject experts. You will notice a rich variety in the subjects of the sessions, each amply relevant to healthcare. I am sure that the Research paper presentations and poster presentations will enable exchange of ideas and provide impetus to interdisciplinary work across domains.

I encourage you to participate in the Conference to expand your knowledge horizon as well as to forge collaborative networks across disciplines and professions. I have every confidence that the attendees will benefit enormously from the event.

Dr. Rajani R. Gupte
Vice Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)

As the Provost of the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FoMHS), Symbiosis International (Deemed University) SIU, I am delighted to invite you to SYMHEALTH 2023 – “Stakeholder engagement for integrated healthcare – Futuristic approach” on April 28th & 29th, 2023 at the SIU campus, Lavale, Pune.

The FoMHS prides itself on preparing the next generation of academics, practitioners and researchers who are trained to apply an integrative approach to the study of Health Sciences. We follow diverse pedagogic and research traditions and employ a number of disciplines including scientific, socio-behavioral and technological determinants of health and wellness. The theme of the Conference will underpin the need to draw on the full range of complementary streams and professions within the Health Sciences and beyond.

The academic sessions, keynote lectures, workshops, and research and poster paper presentations are all designed to present to you a comprehensive collage of information and ideas. I invite you to peruse the ensuing pages, which highlight in great detail all the information related to the event.

I am confident that the Conference will provide a forum for you to widen your knowledge base and revitalize networking opportunities with peers from diverse disciplines, leading researchers, practitioners and other stakeholders.

I do hope that you will join us in what promises to be, a 'must attend' event!

Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar
Provost, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FoMHS)
Symbiosis International (Deemed University)