42nd International Congress of Military Medicine Begins

Published on November 21, 2017
The 5-day long 42nd World Congress of the International Committee of Military Medicine (ICMM) has begun in New Delhi.
  • It is for the first time that India is hosting the event which is considered to be the largest medical conference ever organised by the AFMS. 
  • The conference is organised by the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) under the aegis of the Ministry of Defence (MoD)
  • The theme of this 42nd World Congress is “Military Medicine in Transition: Looking Ahead.”
  • Around 350-400 foreign delegates from 80 countries a300 Indian delegates comprising Armed Forces Medical, Dental, Nursing and Veterinary Officers are participating in it.

Highlights of the Conference

  • 26 thematic sessions covering diverse areas including “Terrain Specific Military Medical Support”, Workshops by international faculty on management of mass casualtie
  • Panel discussions on women in combat, medical disability benefits, veterans’ health and health screening of recruits are also planned.
  • An excellent opportunity for all participating nations to exchange ideas and experiences

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