Trichy SRM conducts endoscopic skull-base surgery course

Trichy: The departments of Anatomy and ENT at Trichy SRM Medical college hospital and research centre conducted a three-day international endoscopic base-of-skull surgery course (EBOSS 2026) from May 29 to 31.The programme was inaugurated by SRM Institutions chairman Dr Shivakumar, while Padma Shri awardee Dr Mohan Kameshwaran attended as chief guest. Dean Dr Gopakumaran N Kartha welcomed the participants.Led by skull-base surgery expert Dr Janakiraman, director of Royal Pearl Hospital, the course featured live demonstrations and guided cadaveric dissections aimed at enhancing collaboration between ENT surgeons and neurosurgeons in managing complex skull-base disorders. The workshop drew participants from across India and abroad. Eleven international delegates from Syria, Uzbekistan and Eswatini attended, along with specialists from several Indian states.The institution said the programme reflected its commitment to advanced, skill-based medical education and surgical training.EOM//