Chandigarh, Nov. 8 -- The 65th Annual Scientific Conference of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMSCON 2025) commenced at PGIMER on Friday, bringing together over 300 distinguished medical professionals, researchers and academicians for three days of scientific deliberations and academic celebration.

Discussions on artificial intelligence, critical care and disaster preparedness were held on the first day of conference.

The scientific sessions began with a CME-cum-workshop on critical care and disaster management, where experts underscored the importance of building resilient first-response systems and hospital readiness in managing mass emergencies and public health crises. Participants engaged in scenario-based discussions t...