The Global Uro Oncology Congress was held at The Westin Hotel in Kolkata from November 23 to 25, 2023, and included a Cancer Awareness Programme. A pre-conference workshop for resident physicians, developing a national consensus on uro oncology, discussing and realizing current achievements in uro oncology, and much more were among the many features of the conference. Prominent figures in the field of urology from both domestic and international arenas were present at the conference, making it a unique occasion that benefitted both science and society.

The purpose of the Global Uro Oncology Congress was to provide current information concerning kidney, prostate, and bladder issues both domestically and globally. Furthermore, the goal of the entire endeavor was to benefit society. In order to empower people to take preventative measures against smoking, obesity, sedentary lifestyles, family histories, and other factors that contribute to cancer, they want to raise general public awareness of the risk factors associated with all types of cancer.

The captains of industry in uro oncology were felicitated by the Global Uro Oncology Congress. The robotic revolution is one of the recent revolutions that has enabled numerous technological advancements, including the possibility of previously unthinkable cancer surgery. Dr. Mani Menon, an Indian-born physician, is the leader of this robotic turnaround and is being recognized for his lifetime achievements with “The Tagore Medal”. Global recognition for Prof. Prokar Dasgupta’s competence in robotic surgery comes from the United Kingdom. In addition to being awarded the Padmashree, the UK government recently bestowed upon him the “Order of the British Empire”. He received “The Pride of Bengal Award” at the event. In addition, other live urologists from across the nation received “Awards of Excellence” in recognition of their contributions to the field.

This conference was organized in partnership with the Urological Society of India- UroOnco Section and Dr. Amit Ghose is the organizing chairman for the conference.

A great conference to raise awareness indeed.

Priyanka Dutta