‘Samar - Back to College’, was IMA Dombivli’s banquet night @ IMAFEST 2022, which was organized on 13^th November 2022 at Symphony Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. The event was fun filled, entertaining and refreshing, which took all participants down the memory lane, back to their college days! College katta, college library, college classroom, lots of games, lots of cheer, fish ponds, fashion show and many more activities were thoroughly enjoyed by one and all. This was followed by sumptuous dinner, fellowship and dancing to the tunes of DJ.

IMA Dombivli’s Annual Conference – IMAFEST - is a time, where for years together entire IMA Dombivli family comes together and enjoys the scientific feast! All members despite belonging to different specialities, come together at IMAFEST to strengthen our extended family bond! IMAFEST 22 was organised on12^th and 13^th November 2022 at Harmony – Symphony Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. Excellent Scientific sessions were arranged by the scientific team. Prolific speakers of National and International repute participated in the conference. The prestigious Late Dr U.Prabhakar Rao oration was delivered by Eminent Psychiatrist and mental health activist Dr Harish Shetty, who spoke eloquently on ‘Mind and Heart – Friends or Foes’, which kept the audience enthralled and mesmerised. The conference was inaugurated by IMA Maharashtra State (then) President Elect Dr Ravindra Kute, who was the chief Guest and Dr Mangesh Pate, (then) IMA Maharashtra State Hon. secretary. The conference saw wonderful attendance of delegates and was extremely well appreciated by everyone!

ICU Skill Enhancement Hands on Workshop was organized by IMA Dombivli in association with Dept of Anaesthesia, Fortis Hospital Mulund at pathare Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana, on Friday 11^th Nov ‘22. In first half, theory Sessions were conducted on Basic and advanced Airway, Vascular access, BLS and ACLS along with crash course on Cardiac drugs. Following this in second half, the participants were given hands on practice on manikins for Insertion of Basic and advanced airways including Tracheostomy, Central venous access and arterial line insertion along with CPR (BLS / ACLS), followed by Q and A session. The workshop was accreditated with 2 MMC credit points.

IMA Dombivli celebrated Diwali Sandhya for the first time along with it’s own ‘Musical Medicos' Rhythm Group’ on 23^rd October 2022. Dr Makarand Ganpule, Dr Dushyant Bhadlikar, Dr Vijay Aage, Dr Meena Pruthi and Dr Archana Pate performed at the event. It was overwhelming to see wonderful attendance and the encouragement extended by IMA Dombivli members. More than 100 members attended the program with their families.

IMA Dombivli organised a grand Dandiya Night with Family and Friends on Sunday, 2^nd October 2022 at Harmony Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. Friends and family joined for a wonderful stress-free evening full of fun and happiness. Families dressed up elaborately for the occasion, played Dandiya and Garba to the beats of music and enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

CGP subfaculty of IMA Dombivli conducted 4^th scientific CME for year 22-23 on 24^th August 2022 at Pathare Hall, Dombivili Gymkhana. The educational partner for the CME was Medicover Hospital, Navi mumbai. Dr Brijesh Kunwar spoke on Peripheral interventions in different case scenario.The session was moderated by Dr Anasuya Gopal. Dr Deepak Gautam next spoke about Post COVID Orthopaedic Complications. The session was moderated by Dr Mohini Kulkarni. Final session was by Dr Deepak Gupta, who spoke on Advances in Endoscopy. The session was moderated by Dr Vijay Aage. Dr Hemant Patil was master of Ceremony. 87 members attended the CME..

On 24^th August, in the banquet area next to Pathare Hall, IMA Maharashtra State elections by secret ballot for President and VP (from Marathwada region) were conducted, as per instructions received from IMA Maharashtra State. Dr Archana Pate as branch secretary was the nodal officer for the elections held @ IMA Dombivli and Dr Supriya Arwari from IMA Bhiwandi was the observer for elections.

श्रावणाच्या पवित्र महिन्यात 'आझादी का अमृत महोत्सव' या निमित्ताने IMA Dombivli ने 'प्रोजेक्ट सावली' च्या अंतर्गत 75 वृक्षांचे रोपण केले. ह्या प्रसंगी प्रमुख पाहुणे म्हणुन कल्याण डोंबिवली महानगरपालिकेचे अतिरिक्त आयुक्त श्री. सुनील पवार आणि आदरणीय पाहुणे म्हणून महानगरपालिकेचे सचिव श्री. संजय जाधव आणि आय् एम ए महाराष्ट्र राज्याचे मानद सचिव डॉ. मंगेश पाटे उपस्थित होते. विधिवत वरुण पूजन केल्या नंतर वृक्षारोपण करून, पर्यावरणाचे रक्षण करण्याचा संकल्प घेऊन हा उद्घाटन सोहळा मंगळवार, दिनांक ९ ऑगस्ट २०२२ रोजी सकाळी ९.०० वाजता पार पडला. ह्या प्रसंगी IMA डोंबिवलीचे अध्यक्ष डॉ. मकरंद गणपुले, मा. सचिव डॉ. अर्चना पाटे, डॉ. उत्कर्ष भिंगारे, डॉ. मीना पृथी, डॉ.नीति उपासनी, डॉ. सुनीत उपासनी, डॉ. शरद गुरव, डॉ. मेधा ओक, डॉ. अजित ओक, डॉ. विजय चिंचोले, डॉ. विनय ब्याडगी, डॉ. दुष्यंत भादलीकर KDMC चे श्री. महेश देशपांडे इत्यादि मान्यवर उपस्थित होते.

Small pox was eradicated in 1980, followed by subsequent cessation of smallpox vaccination. As reports of cases of patients infected with monkeypox, a zoonotivc disease by virus belonging to the same genus as smallpox - orthopoxvirus - were coming from across the globe and authorities had declared monkeypox as new Global Health Emergency, Online CME was organised to discuss all aspects of this new disease. Microbiologist Dr Aruna Poojary and ID specialist Dr Kirti Sabnis were invited for the CME. The session was moderated by Dr Archana Pate. The speakers elaborately discussed all aspects of the disease, followed by a Q and A session. 178 members attended the online session.

IMA Dombivli CGP conducted 3^rd CME for year 22-23 on 6 th July 2022 at Pathare Hall , Dombivili Gymkhana, in association with AEG eye care, Dombivili. Sessions on Cornea Transplant And Eye Donation was taken by Dr Harish Phatak. Retinal surgeon Dr Vinayak Damgade spoke about the importance of corneal transplant and eye donation. Dr Lalit Verma , gastroenterologist from SRC C Hospital ,Haji Ali, spoke next on ABC s of LFT. Dr Sumeet Pawar took session on OPD Management of Head injuries in Children.The total registration was 88.

IMA Dombivli celebrated Doctor’s day on Sunday, 3^rd July 2022, with much pomp and grandeur! A General Body meeting was conducted followed by Awards and Felicitations of IMA Dombivli members and their families for their wonderful achievements. It was an honor to have Professor Emeritus Dr.Vedprakash Mishra (Hon. Pro Chancellor, Datta Meghe Institute on Health Sciences, Nagpur) as our esteemed Chief Guest. Gracious Presence and active participation of Patron of IMA Dombivli and Hon Secretary IMA Maharashtra State Dr Mangesh Pate indeed added glory to the program. In their speeches, Chief Guest - Professor Emeritus Dr Vedprakash Mishra sir in his eloquent and elaborate speech spoke on need to be aware, alert, responsible and responsive. He asked everyone to come out of the emotional fossilization which has set in and be aware of changes going around us. We must be proud of being doctors of modern medicine which has been able to bring so many positive changes in the healthcare in the country, and must stand unitedly for what rightfully belongs to us. Being united is the only choice left or else we are looking at a grim situation which will affect not only us but our coming generations. IMA Dombivli Patron and Hon Secretary IMA Maharashtra State Dr Mangesh Pate spoke regarding changes post pandemic, to be aware about the various laws and rules applicable to medical fraternity, need fot Zero violence, implementation of Code violet and the need for each member to contribute for the betterment of the branch. The award ceremony was followed by Cultural Event 'Sur Bahaar' - सुरों की सुरीली महफिल by Dr Shashikant Kamat and his Group along with sumptuous Dinner. They awed and mesmerized the audience with their wonderful songs and left everyone asking for more!

IMA Dombivli Scientific Committee conducted 2^nd CME on 8^th May 2022 at Pathare Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. Session on 'Vaccine Preventable Diseases & their Surveillance ' was taken by WHO consultant Dr Arun Katkar. The second topic on 'High Cell Count - What to do?' was taken by Dr Subhaprakash Sanyal. Next topic was by Dr Gurneet Singh Sawhney. He spoke excellently about 'Movement Disorders & about Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery'. The final session was by Dr Kirti Sabnis and she spoke on 'Out of the Box- Interesting Cases. The CME was attended by 84 Delegates and was hugely appreciated by everyone.

IMA Dombivli HBI conducted Basic Life Support (BLS) Training Workshop for Staff Nurses and Support Staff on 24^th May 2022 at Pathare Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. The Training was conducted by Dr Archana Pate, Dr. Meena Pruthi and Dr Sandhya Bhat. Nearly 60 healthcare workers from 15 healthcare establishments of Dombivli attended the session. The participants were given certificates at the end of successful Hands-on program. The session was hugely appreciated by the participants.

IMA Dombivli HBI conducted Basic Life Support (BLS) Training Workshop for Staff Nurses and Support Staff on 21^st June 2022 at Pathare Hall, Dombivli Gymkhana. The Training was conducted by Dr Meena Pruthi, Dr Suchitra Kamath and Dr Makarand Ganpule. Nearly 40 healthcare workers from 10 healthcare establishments of Dombivli attended the session. The participants were given certificates at the end of successful Hands-on program. The session was greatly appreciated by the participants

IMA Dombivli conducted Basic Life Support (BLS) Training Session for Staff Nurses of Shastrinagar Municipal Hospital on14^th May 2022 to celebrate the International Nurses’ day! The session was attended by nearly 30 staff members of Shastrinagar Municipal Hospital and was greatly appreciated by all! The session on life support was followed by Session on Organ Donation awareness.

On the occasion of Mother's Day, IMA Dombivli WDW undertook 'Project Kaleidoscope' - A musical tribute to all the wonderful, beautiful mothers. The Members were asked to submit a photo collage and write up for their mother, mother on law or a mother figure in their life and a beautiful video compilation of all the collages was made!

IMA Dombivli Scientific Committee conducted it's first CME for the year 22-23 on 4^th May 2022 at Pathare Hall Dombivli Gymkhana. The topic of ‘Newer Intervention Therapies in Cardiology’ was covered by Dr SanjeevKumar Kalkekar. Dr Amit Langote took session on 'Kidney Transplant - Expanding Horizons’. Dr Shishir Shetty discussed and showed videos of 'Robotic VATS Onco Surgery'. The CME was attended by 75 members and was accredited with 1 credit point by MMC

In accordance with the WHO theme, ‘Our Planet our Health’, to reduce Pollution from E waste, E waste collection Drive was organised by IMA Dombivli. Dr Ganpule provided place for collection of E waste. All members participated in the drive enthusiastically.

New Team IMA Dombivli took over working from 1^st April 22 but was officially installed on 9^th April 2022 at Dombivli Gymkhana. Chief Guest was KDMC Commissioner Dr Vijay Suryavanshi, Guests of Honor were IMA Maharashtra State Hon secretary Dr Mangesh Pate and ACP Dombivli Division Shri J. D. more. Hon Commissioner in his address appreciated the work done by IMA Dombivli during Covid times and thanked the members for their whole hearted cooperation. GOH Dr Pate thanked all the branch members for their love and support to him, stressed upon more participation from branch members in IMA Activities and assured his wholehearted support always to everyone at IMA Dombivli. GOH ACP Shri J.D.More appreciated IMA Dombivli’s good work towards police department – be it giving PCs to all olice stations, conducting health check up camps for police, organising stress management, deaddiction workshops etc for police personnel and assured police departments cooperation to IMA Dombivli always.

IMA Dombivli’s work during Covid times was acknowledged and felicitated during the prestigious Shobha Yatra on the occasion of Gudhi Padwa. Members from IMA Dombivli cheerfully participated in the same, to bring in new year.