Organized by: Department of Oncologic Physiotherapy, Krishna College of Physiotherapy, Karad
Date: February 4, 2025

Conference Report

The International Onco Scientifica Virtual Conference 2025, organized by the Department of Oncologic Physiotherapy, Krishna College of Physiotherapy (KCPT), Karad, was successfully conducted on February 4, 2025. The event was held as part of World Cancer Day, reinforcing the global commitment to cancer awareness, early detection, and integrative care.

The theme—“United By Unique”—highlighted the importance of individuality in cancer management and the diverse, patient-centered approaches within oncologic physiotherapy.

Registration Overview

The conference received an overwhelming response with 900 total registrations, including:

40 international participants (USA, UK, Canada)
860 national participants from across India

Paper Presentation Registrations

Total: 72
Junior Category: 34 registered → 19 selected
Senior Category: 38 registered → 27 selected
International presenters: 1

Key Highlights of the Conference

Inaugural Session

(9:00 AM – 9:15 AM)
The conference commenced with an inaugural address emphasizing the importance of physiotherapy in modern oncology care.

Keynote Sessions

United By Unique (9:20 AM – 10:00 AM)
Speaker: Dr. G. Varadharajulu
Highlighted the unique challenges and opportunities in oncologic physiotherapy.
Medical Oncology and Timing of Referral to Physiotherapy Department
(11:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Speaker: Dr. Rashmi Gudur
Focused on the role of early physiotherapy referral in improving oncology outcomes.

Scientific Sessions

Physiotherapy in Bone Metastases
(10:00 AM – 10:45 AM) – Dr. Nirmal Kumar
Respiratory Issues in Palliative Care
(11:30 AM – 12:15 PM) – Dr. Sandeep Babbar
Rehabilitation in Breast Cancer
(12:20 PM – 1:00 PM) – Dr. Anuradha Daptardar
Rehabilitation in Oral Cancer
(1:00 PM – 1:40 PM) – Dr. Ajeeta Kulkarni

Paper Presentation Sessions

(2:20 PM – 3:50 PM)

Participants presented innovative research across junior and senior categories.
Judges:

Senior Category – Dr. Saumi Sinha & Dr. Amrutkuvar Rayjade
Junior Category – Dr. M. Vijayakumar & Dr. Nikita Pawar

Their expert evaluation ensured academic rigor and fairness.

Panel Discussion

Topic: Long-Term Consequences and Therapeutic Management of Various Oncology Interventions
(3:50 PM – 4:30 PM)

Panelists

Dr. Trupti Yadav – Moderator, HOD & Associate Professor, KCPT
Dr. Anand Gudur – Radiation Oncologist, KIMS, KVV
Dr. Dhairysheel Patil – Assistant Professor, KCPT
Dr. Ketaki Lade – Physiotherapist, Texas Health Resources, USA
Dr. Brinda Patel – Adjunct Professor, Kean University, USA
Dr. Priyanka Gandhi – Surgical Oncology, AIIMS Delhi
Dr. Sarika Mahajan – Senior Physiotherapist, Tata Memorial Hospital

The discussion offered deep insights into the long-term effects of cancer treatments and advanced rehabilitation strategies.

Valedictory Session

(4:30 PM – 5:00 PM)
The conference concluded with closing remarks, acknowledgments, and appreciation for all contributors and participants.

Winners Announcement

Junior Category (Undergraduate)

1st Prize: Kushagrah Sahani – Bharti Vidyapeeth School of Physiotherapy, Sangli
2nd Prize: Eashwar Anandh – Garden City University

Junior Category (Postgraduate)

1st Prize: Dr. Riya Gurudasani – DVVPF’s College of Physiotherapy
2nd Prize: Dr. Snehal Thaleshwar – KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research