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Workshop for emotional counsellors to counsel cancer patients - 27th May 2023

To make a difference in cancer warriors’ lives as an emotional counsellor, learn the skills from specialists before you embark on this fulfilling journey. Join us for a one-day training at Karunashraya, Bangalore by onco-specialists. Post the training, join us as an emotional counsellor.

Topic: Workshop for Emotional counsellors to counsel cancer patients
Venue: Karunashraya, Bangalore
Date: 27th May 2023
To register, send an email to alpa.dharamshi@indiancancersociety.org.

Hurry! Register now before seats fill up!

Pls note: Payment will be directly to Karunashraya’s bank account.

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World Cancer Day – 4th February 2022

  • Inaugural message HUMOUR IN TUMOUR from writer and public speaker Ramendra Kumar.
  • “EDUCATE TO PREVENT” social media campaign in partnership with Oracle Volunteers.
  • Awareness message broadcast over All India Radio Bengaluru station and broadcast to 13 State Hook-up stations.
  • Spotlight Session on Cancer Awareness & Newer methods to detect Cancer – YouTube posting on 4th Feb, hosted jointly by ICS Bangalore and ROCHE Pharma.
  • “BASICS OF COUNSELLING FOR CANCER PATIENTS” – online programme conducted for medical students of A.J. Dental College, Mangaluru.
  • Screening camp at Melkar, Mangaluru in collaboration with A.J Medical College- Community Medicine Department.
  • Awareness and Screening camp at Kavoor, Mangaluru in collaboration with AJ Medical College – Community Medicine Department.

NGO Habba

NGO Habba – 26th & 27th February at Bangalore International Center, Domlur

Jannet Maria Jibu is an MSW graduate in Clinical and Community Practice from Christ University, Bangalore, with a background in Psychology from Delhi University.

Jannet interned at leading hospitals and NGOs, working across mental health, disability support, and women’s rights.

Her passion lies in community upliftment and inclusive care. Jannet brings empathy, initiative, and leadership to every project she takes up.

 

Dr. Pavithra is an Ayurveda physician holding a BAMS degree from Ramakrishna Ayurveda Medical College, Bangalore. She also has an additional certification, a PG Diploma in clinical research.

With a strong foundation in Ayurvedic medicine and clinical research, Dr. Pavithra brings a unique blend of traditional and evidence-based approaches to healthcare.

Dr. Pavithra specializes in providing adjuvant care, supportive, palliative, end-of-life care, and post-cancer survivorship, contributing to holistic cancer care through Ayurveda.

Dr. Pavan Kumar. H (BDS) graduated in 2024, worked as a consultant Dentist in Ballari, Karnataka, and worked as an Associate Dentist at Swaraj Dental Clinic in Bangalore. He is presently working as a project consultant for TCC at ICS Bangalore.

 

Dr. Pavan believes in working as a team to reach greater heights. He believes in the core values of positive attitude, optimism and self-respect. He is interested in reading digital medical journals and spending time by researching innovations in digital dentistry.

Dr. Swathi D Acharya, holds a BAMS degree and currently serves as Programme Coordinator at Indian Cancer Society, Bangalore.

With over 5 years of experience in the medical field, her career included roles such as Medical Officer at Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Bangalore, Duty Medical Officer at Pragathi Multi-speciality Hospital Mangalore and RBSK Medical Officer at NRHM Mangalore. Dr. Swathi enjoys drawing and reading books, which complement her passion for holistic well-being. 

I am a native of Kalaburagi, with an MSW completed in 2022 and an HRM in 2024. Post graduation, I gained valuable experience working with an NGO dedicated to orphan rehabilitation and have explored various other sectors. 

Driven by a passion for public service, I found the ideal platform at ICS, where I joined as a Medical Social Worker in May 2024 to contribute to public health. In my free time, I enjoy reading magazines, newspapers, and listening to music for relaxation.

Shrinidhi N. Naikal is an alumnus of Nutan Vidyalaya Commerce College, Kalaburagi. He has served as a Senior Coordinator in the magazine section of Ramoji Film City, and was the Regional Coordinator at Blue Star India Ltd., Hyderabad. Shrinidhi has volunteered at ICS from 2007 uptil June 2023. From June 2023, Shrinidhi has taken the role of the Regional Coordinator at ICS, Kalaburagi.

Dr. Ashwini from Kalaburgi graduated with a BAMS degree in 2023. She then interned at the HCG Cancer Hospital, Bangalore and gaining valuable experience in Radiation Oncology. She has participated in multiple medical camps with ICS with focus on community health and cancer awareness. Dr. Ashwini is a Project Coordinator at ICS, Kalaburagi since August 2024 and is committed to promote cancer prevention. Dr. Ashwini is a passionate singer and a state level Yoga player.

Dr. Guru Suhas. P has an undergraduate degree in Dental Sciences from Oxford College of Dental Sciences Bangalore and followed it up with a Masters in Public Health Dentistry from Bangalore Institute of Dental Sciences. He then worked as faculty in Maruthi Dental College. He joined the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) as a Project scientist for little over two years. He has now found his passion in Indian Cancer Society and wants to help spread awareness about cancer.