GEM Hospital’s SCOPE2025 Sets New Global Benchmarks in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy
In a remarkable stride toward the advancement of gastrointestinal care, GEM Hospital, Chennai, renowned for its pioneering work in minimally invasive surgery, successfully hosted SCOPE2025 - a prestigious three-day international conference and workshop on Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy.
Held at the ITC Grand Chola, Chennai, SCOPE2025 brought together over 700 delegates from across India and featured more than 40 leading international faculties from Europe, the United States, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. The event was officially endorsed by the Indian Society of Gastroenterology – Tamil Nadu Chapter and the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI).
The conference was inaugurated by Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist at WHO and Chairperson of the MSS Research Foundation, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. Ezhilan Naganathan, MLA from Thousand Lights, Chennai, served as the Guest of Honour. A major highlight of the event was the felicitation of Padma Vibhushan Dr. Nagi Reddy, who was honored with the “GEM Lifetime Achievement Award.”
Led by Dr. R. Vinoth Kumar, D.M, a prominent name in the field of advanced therapeutic endoscopy, the conference featured live demonstrations of complex endoscopic procedures. These were broadcast from GEM Hospital’s cutting-edge endoscopy suites, providing attendees with real-time insights into the most advanced and minimally invasive techniques for managing complex gastrointestinal diseases.
Dr. C. Palanivelu, Founder & Chairman of GEM Hospitals, remarked:
“At GEM Hospital, we have always believed in leading from the front. With SCOPE2025, we are not only advancing medical learning but combining intelligence, knowledge, and emotional understanding for the greater benefit of patients everywhere.”
Dr. S. Asokan, CEO of GEM Hospital Chennai, highlighted the event’s broader mission:
“SCOPE2025 is about shaping the future of endoscopy by blending clinical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and emotional learning. We are committed to training the next generation of endoscopists to be both technically skilled and deeply empathetic.”
Dr. P. Senthilnathan, Director, GEM Hospital Chennai, emphasized the spirit of collaboration:
“This conference exemplifies global teamwork at its finest. It has fostered a unique educational platform where hands-on training, emotional intelligence, and patient-centric care come together to create future-ready healthcare professionals.”
SCOPE2025 stands as a testament to India’s rising influence in the field of gastroenterology and reaffirms GEM Hospital’s commitment to innovation, education, and excelellence in patient care.
