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LEPCON 2014

29th

Biennial Conference of Indian Association of Leprologists

Invitation to submit Abstracts

Participants are invited to submit abstracts for ORAL/POSTER/AWARD PAPERS

for “LEPCON 2014”. The submission deadline is January 15, 2014. Authors will be

notified of the results by the end of January 2014. Presenting Authors must register for

the conference by the time of submission of abstract, otherwise submitted abstracts will

not be considered further.

Important Notes for authors:

̢ۢ Only online abstracts will be accepted. Kindly mail your abstracts at

lepcon2014@gmail.com

̢ۢ The abstract review committee and the scientific committee reserve the right to

decide outcome of an abstract.

• Abstracts must be submitted in English. A “blind” selection process will be used.

No identifying features such as names of hospitals, medical schools, clinics or

cities may be listed in the title or text of the abstract.

̢ۢ The title should be as brief as possible but long enough to clearly indicate the

nature of the study. Abbreviations must not be used in the title.

̢ۢ The size of the abstract is limited to 300 words (excluding title)

Award papers: For Postgraduate (MD) Students only. Study should not have been

presented in any earlier conference or published in any journal at the time of submission

of the abstract for this conference. Presenting author must register for the conference

by the time of submission of abstract.

̢ۢ Structure your abstract using the following subheadings:

o Title followed by name(s) of author, degrees, affiliations, contact phone

number and e mail id. Please underline and bold presenting authors̢۪

name.

o Introduction & Objectives: A sentence describing the purpose of the study

o Materials & Methods: Describe your selection of observations or

experimental subjects precisely

o Results: Describe your results in a logical sequence

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o Conclusions: Emphasize new and important aspects of the study and

conclusions that are drawn from them

̢ۢ Failure to comply with the following requirements will lead to automatic

rejection of the submission:

o Check spelling and grammar carefully. Direct reproduction from your

electronically submitted abstract text means that any errors in spelling,

grammar or scientific data will be reproduced as submitted.

o Use generic names. Commercial drug names may not be used. Drugs

should be referred to by the active substance or pharmacological

designation.

o No mention of pharmaceutical company names should be included in the

abstract.

̢ۢ The evaluation and scoring of the abstract (acceptance as poster or as

oral communication, or rejection) will be made according to a number of

criteria, including:

o Is the content interesting, informative, novel or important?

o Are the methods valid, the results relevant and the conclusions justified by

the data?

o Are the data presented with clarity and with appropriate structure?

o Is the text written according to proper English grammar and syntactic

style?

̢ۢ The authors have to specify if they wish the submission to presented as:

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o Poster presentation only

o Oral presentation only (that is, if rejection of the abstract, no

communication!)

o Poster or oral presentation

o Award paper session

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29 Biennial Conference of

Indian Association of Leprologists

28th - 30th March, 2014

Organized by :

Department of

Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education &

Research (PGIMER)

Chandigarh 160012, India

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Venue :

Lecture Theater Complex, Nehru Hospital,

PGIMER, Sector 12, Chandigarh

ACCOMMODATION AT CHANDIGARH

Note : Rates may change & Taxes are extra

Name of Hotel Tariff in Rs. Website/Email/Telephone

JW Marriott 9500-12500 0172-3955555

Sector-35-B

Park Plaza 5950-6800 0172-6600000

Sector 17

Hometel Chandigarh 3250-4500 9958592241

Phase 1, Indl. Area

Taj Chandigarh 7820-8880 08591542201

Sector 17-A

Hotel Mount View 8000- 9000 mountview@citcochandigarh.com

Sector-10 0172-4671111, 0172-2740544

Hotel Shivalik View 4800-10500 shivalikview@citcochandigarh.com

Sector 17-E 0172-2700001, 4672222, 4641888

Hotel Park View 1650-4500 Parkview@citcochandigarh.com

Sector 24-B 0172-2700050, 2728115,

4644492, 4644495-97

Hotel Piccadilly 3850-4850 Reservations@thepiccadily.com

Sector 22-B www.thepiccadily.com

0172-2707571, 0172-4315431

Hotel Aroma Complex 2795-4195 mail@hotelaroma.com

Sector 22-C www.hotelaroma.com

0172-4010000

Hotel Chandigarh 2000-4300 chandigarhbeckon@gmail.com

Beckon 0172-2676052

Sector-42

The Fern Residency, 4500-8000 res@fernresidencychandigarh.com

Phase-II, Indl. Area, 09216585132

Chandigarh

The Alitus Hotel, 3990-6990 info@thealtius.com

Phase-II, Indl. Area, 0172-5212121

Chandigarh

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology

Room No. 8, Ist Floor, D-Block, Faculty Offices, Nehru Hospital

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research

(PGIMER) Chandigarh 160012, India

Ph: 0172-2756552, Mob. 9855005941

Email : lepcon2014@gmail.com

Conference Secretariat :

Organizing Secretary

Dr. Sunil Dogra

Patrons

Dr VM Katoch

DGICMR & Secretary DHR

Dr Y K Chawla

Director PGI

Dr Kiran Katoch

Scientific Committee Chairperson

Organizing Chairperson

Dr Sanjeev Handa Dr Sunil Dogra

Organizing Secretary

Joint Organizing Secretaries

Dr Vivek Malhotra

Dr Sendhil Kumaran

Dr Tarun Narang

Treasurer

Organizing Committee

Dr D Parsad

Dr S D Mehta

Dr G P Thami

Dr J S Kochar

Dr D S Chauhan

Dr Simrat Kaur

Dr Maleeka Sachdev

Dr Mala Bhalla

Dr Savita Yadav

Dr Rahul Mahajan

Dr Rajiv Kaura

Dr Rohit Bansal

Advisory Committee

Dr H K Noordeen

Dr V N Sehgal

Dr Bhushan Kumar

Dr Atul Shah

Dr G P Talwar

Dr H K Kar

Dr V K Sharma

Dr D M Thappa

Dr Indira Nath

Dr V V Pai

Dr C M Agarwal

Dr D Porichha

Dr Arun Inamadar

Dr Archana Singal

Dr P V Ranganadha Rao

Dr P Krishnamurthy

Dr M A Arif

Dr Sunil Anand

Dr P. Narasimha Rao

Dr Raghunatha Reddy

Dr Dipankar De

Dr P S Walia

Delegates can directly book their own accommodation.

The list of some hotels in Chandigarh near conference

venue is given above.

INVITATION

It gives us immense pleasure to inform you that

the Department of Dermatology, Venereology &

Leprology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education &

Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India has been given the

honour by the Indian Association of Leprologists (IAL) to

organize the “LEPCON 2014”, 29th Biennial Conference of

Indian Association of Leprologists on March 28-30, 2014.

Leprosy as a disease is indeed a problem which

requires a multi disciplinary approach. It still afflicts the

humanity, brings challenges and still arouses our curiosity.

There is no doubt that the global picture of leprosy is

different now than it was more than 30 years ago. It is true

that widespread use of MDT and improvements in patient

care led to a significant reduction in case numbers

worldwide and also to changes in the epidemiologic

features of the disease. However, it is clear that leprosy still

continues to be a major problem in many countries, India

having maximum burden of the case load. This is due to

the continued transmission of the disease, potential risk of

developing disabilities and deformities, with devastating

social and economic consequences. The Scientific

Program, under the experienced guidance of Dr Kiran

Katoch is being carefully prepared to make a serious effort

to satisfy the expectations of all by covering the

diagnostic, therapeutic, social, prevention of disabilities

and rehabilitation components. There would be an

opportunity to express your views and we invite you to

share your new approaches to a problem.

Chandigarh the host city as envisioned by India's

first Prime Minister, Sh. Jawahar Lal Nehru, was planned by

the famous French architect Le Corbusier. Picturesquely

located at the foothills of Shivalik, it is known as one of the

best example of urban planning and modern architect in

India. Chandigarh has many tourist attractions like Rose

Garden, Rock Garden, nearby Pinjore Garden and famous

hill station, Shimla. The weather in March is cool and light

wollen clothes are recommended.

Please make it convenient to attend the

conference, register early and ensure submission of

abstracts well in time. The organizing committee will strive

hard to make your stay pleasant and memorable. The

conference, we are sure will give you an additional

opportunity to meet old colleagues and make new friends.

With best wishes for a happy & successful New Year 2014.

Dr Sunil Dogra

(Organizing Secretary)

Dr Sanjeev Handa

(Organizing Chairperson)

TOPICS IN CONFERENCE

CME Theme : Sustaining Leprosy Elimination

Conference Topics

Ã…¸ Epidemiology

Ã…¸ Molecular Biology & Genetics

Ã…¸ Nerve function impairment

Ã…¸ Chemotherapy

Ã…¸ Drug Resistance

Ã…¸ Vaccines

Ã…¸ Chemoprophylaxis

Ã…¸ Rehabilitation

Ã…¸ Prevention of Disabilities

Ã…¸ Surveillance

Ã…¸ Reactions

Ã…¸ Dermatologists Role

Ã…¸ New Diagnostic tools

Ã…¸ Social aspects & Stigma

Ã…¸ Urban Leprosy

Ã…¸ Human Rights & Advocacy

Ã…¸ Reconstructive Surgeries

Ã…¸ Leprosy Control

Ã…¸ Role of NGOs

Ã…¸ Innovative approaches

REGISTRATION FORM

Name _________________________________________

Designation_________________________________________

Address _________________________________________

_________________________________________

_________________________________________

Mobile No. _________________________________________

E-mail _________________________________________

IAL Membership No.(Y/N) ______________________________

Accompanying Person(s)______________________________

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29th Biennial Conference of

Indian Association of Leprologists

28th - 30th March, 2014

*Students must enclose a certificate from their Head of

Department. *Accompanying person: Spouse/Children only

Registration fee includes delegate kit, breakfast, lunch and

dinners during the conference.

Payment of Registration charges:

By Cheque/Demand draft in favour of “LEPCON 2014”

payable at Chandigarh, India. Please write your name and

address at the back of DD.

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Abstract submission: All abstracts (oral/poster/award

papers for PG students) to be submitted only by e mail to

lepcon2014@gmail.com.

Last date of submission: January 15, 2014

CME credit hours

applied to PMC

Leprosy Quiz for PG Students :

Attractive prizes to win For more information :

pgimer.edu.in (Educational - Conference/CMEs)

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Delegates Students/ Foreign

Accomp. person* Delegates

IAL Members Non-members

Before Rs 3500 Rs 4000 Rs 2500 150 USD

31-01-2014

After Rs 4500 Rs 5000 Rs 3500 200 USD

01-2-2014

Spot Rs 5000 Rs 5500 Rs 4000 250 USD

Registration

REGISTRATION FEES

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LEPCON 2014

29th

Biennial Conference of Indian Association of Leprologists

28th

- 30th

March, 2014

Venue: Lecture Theatre Complex, Nehru Hospital, PGIMER, Chandigarh. India

Registration form

Full name with title .....………………………………………………….................................

Designation ..........………………….................………................................................

Mailing Address………………………………………........................................................

.....................................................................………………………........... ..................

………………………………………………………… City ……………………………..........................

State ……..................Country............................Pin/Zip code..............................

Tel. (with code)........................................... Mob...............................................

Email ID ....……………………………………………….

Accompanying person (s): ……………………………………………………………………….

Registration Fees:

Delegates Students/Accompanying

person*

Foreign delegates

IAL Members Non-members

Before 31-01-2014 Rs 3500 Rs 4000 Rs 2500 150 USD

After 01-2-2014 Rs 4500 Rs 5000 Rs 3500 200 USD

Spot registration Rs 5000 Rs 5500 Rs 4000 250 USD

*Students must enclose a certificate from their Head of Department

*Accompanying person: spouse/children only

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Payment of Registration charges:

By Multicity Cheque/Demand draft only, drawn in favour of “LEPCON 2014” payable at Chandigarh,

India.

Payment details: Amount …..............................................................................

Cheque/DD No ..……………………………………..……. Date ………………………….............

Name of Bank.................…....…………….……. Branch ………………………….................

Date ……………………………………. Signature………………………………………..

Please send your registration form and payment to â€"

Dr Sunil Dogra

Organizing Secretary â€" LEPCON 2014

Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology

Room no 8, First Floor, D- Block, Faculty Offices, Nehru Hospital

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER),

Sector 12, Chandigarh, 160 012, India

Phone: 0172-2756562, 2756559 (O). 9855005941

E Mail: lepcon2014@gmail.com

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v CME Credit hours applied to PMC

v Registration fee includes: Delegates Kit, 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners during the

conference

v Registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable

v Registration receipt will be sent by e mail at the provided e mail id.

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LEPCON 2014

29th

Biennial Conference of Indian Association of Leprologists

28th

- 30th

March, 2014

Venue: Lecture Theatre Complex, Nehru Hospital, PGIMER, Chandigarh. India

How to reach Chandigarh

Air: Chandigarh is well connected to New Delhi and Mumbai through several air lines namely

Indian airlines, Jet Airways, Spicejet , IndiGo, Go Air . Please check their websites for flight

schedules.

Rail: Shatabadi Express running thrice a day between New Delhi and Chandigarh takes about 3

hours. For rail booking log on to: http:// www.irctc.in

Road: Chandigarh is approximately 5 hours by road from New Delhi.

Weather

The climate in Chandigarh during March is pleasant. Average temperature

remains between 16 -28ºC. Mornings and evenings can be chilly. A light jacket or

shawl may be required.

Places of Tourist interest in and around Chandigarh

The Rock Garden

Open from 10 AM to 9 PM all days except Thursday and official holidays. This unique Sculpture

Garden, the work of the city's internationally acclaimed artist Sh. Nek Chand, is spread over 64

acres. Visitors to the rock garden walk through a fantasy world consisting of a maze of paths,

chambers and canyons.

City Centre, Sector 17

Sector 17 represents the main shopping and commercial centre of Chandigarh. This vast

commercial complex is a pedestrian's paradise.

Capitol Complex

The Capitol complex is regarded as Le Corbusier's most spectacular work. The magnificient

edifices, set against the Shivalik mountains, stand as massive concrete sculptures.

Government Museum and Art Gallery

Open from 10 AM to 5.30 PM on all days except Monday and official holidays. The museum and

art gallery was designed by Le Corbusier, and currently includes over 600 Gandhara sculptures

and almost 100 ancient sculptures from other periods. It also boasts of several hundred

miniature paintings as well as objects in stucco and terra cotta, metal, ivory, lacquer, ceramic,

enamel and fabric.

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Sukhna Lake

The Sukhna lake was artificially created through an imaginative use of the waters of the

seasonal rivulet 'Sukhna choe'. The tree-shaded promenade around the lake is a favourite spot

to stroll and enjoy the tranquil ambience.

Zakir Rose Garden

Named after India's President, Zakir Hussain, the garden was established as far back as 1967.

The garden is spread over an area of 27 acres and has more than 17000 plants representing

about 1,600 varieties of roses.

Chattbir Zoo

15 kms from Chandigarh on the Chandigarh - Patiala Road. The zoo spreads over an extensive

wooded area on the banks of the Ghaggar river. More than 100 different mammals, birds

and reptiles are kept at the zoo. It also has a large population of lions and tigers which can be

viewed from safari vehicles.

Pinjore Yadavindra Gardens

20 kms from Chandigarh on the Pinjore Kalka Road

this is a traditional Mughal Garden, created in the 17 century by Nawab Fidal Khan, architect

to the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. The gardens are laid out over more than 100 acres on a

sloping site with fountains and pavilions.

Kasauli

77 km from Chandigarh. A hill station popular for its unspoiled charm and quiet trails. At night

one gets a lovely view of the lights of Chandigarh.

Chail

107 kms from Chandigarh. Built by the Maharaja of Patiala as a summer palace, Chail is now a

posh hotel. Chail boasts of the world's highest cricket pitch in addition to superb views of the

mountains.

Some other places of interest in Chandigarh are Le Corbusier Centre, Timber Trail, Garden of

Fragrance, International Dolls Museum, Butterfly Park, Leisure Valley, Chandigarh Botanical

Garden & Nature Park, Terraced Garden, Shanti Kunj, Thunderzone, Bougainvillea Garden,

National Gallery of Portraits, Hibiscus Garden and many famous tourist spots in neighboring

state Himachal Pradesh including its capital Shimla (the summer capital of British India).

Some useful web links:

http://pgimer.edu.in The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research

(PGIMER)Chandigarh. India

www.ial.org.in - Indian Association of Leprologists (IAL)

http://www.tamgenia.com/network/indianleprologists/Home/tabid/188/Default.aspx

http://www.citcochandigarh.gov.in Chandigarh Industrial & Tourism Development Corpn. Ltd

http://chandigarh.gov.in Chandigarh Administration

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Leprosy Mailing List – January 13,  2014 

Ref.:    (LML) 29th Biennial Conference of Indian Association of Leprologists on March 28-30, 2014

From: Dr. Sunil Dogra, Chandigarh, India 


 

Dear Pieter,

 

Could you please upload / mail attached LEPCON 2014 , LEPROSY CONFERENCE INFORMATION TO THE MEMBERS OF LML.

Thanks & Regards

 

Sunil

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 ___________________

Invitation

It gives us immense pleasure to inform you that the Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER ) , Chandigarh, India has been given the honour by the Indian Association of Leprologists ( IAL ) to organize the "LEPCON 2014", 29th Biennial Conference of Indian Association of Leprologists on March 28-30, 2014.

Leprosy as a disease is indeed a problem which requires a multi disciplinary approach. It still afflicts the humanity, brings challenges and still arouses our curiosity. There is no doubt that the global picture of leprosy is different now than it was more than 30 years ago. It is true that widespread use of MDT and improvements in patient care led to a significant reduction in case numbers worldwide and also to changes in the epidemiologic features of the disease. However, it is clear that leprosy still continues to be a major problem in many countries, India having maximum burden of the case load. This is due to the continued transmission of the disease, potential risk of developing disabilities and deformities, with devastating social and economic consequences. The Scientific Program, under the experienced guidance of Dr Kiran Katoch is being carefully prepared to make a serious effort to satisfy the expectations of all by covering the diagnostic, therapeutic, social, prevention of disabilities and rehabilitation components. There would be an opportunity to express your views and we invite you to share your new approaches to a problem.

Chandigarh the host city as envisioned by India’s first Prime Minister, Sh. Jawahar Lal Nehru, was planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. Picturesquely located at the foothills of Shivalik, it is known as one of the best example of urban planning and modern architect in India. Chandigarh has many tourist attractions like Rose Garden, Rock Garden, nearby Pinjore Garden and famous hill station, Shimla. The weather in March is cool and light woolen clothes are recommended.

Please make it convenient to attend the conference, register early and ensure submission of abstracts well in time. The organizing committee will strive hard to make your stay pleasant and memorable. The conference, we are sure will give you an additional opportunity to meet old colleagues and make new friends.

With best wishes for a happy & successful New Year 2014.

( Dr Sunil Dogra)

Organizing Secretary

 

Dr Sunil Dogra MD DNB FRCP (London)

Organizing Secretary – LEPCON 2014

Associate Professor,

Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology

Room no 8, First Floor, D- Block, Faculty Offices, Nehru Hospital

Postgradtue Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER)

Sector 12, Chandigarh, 160 012, India

Phone: 0172-2756562, 2756559 (O). 9855005941

E Mail: lepcon2014@gmail.com

Website: www.lepcon2014.com

pgimer.edu.in

 


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