Six-Day CME Program for Teachers of Rachana Sharir -

Theme: Enhancing Teaching and Research Competence in Rachana Sharir

Introduction

The Department of Rachana Sharir, All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa, successfully organized a six-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) program for teachers of Rachana Sharir from 8th to 13th September 2025. The CME was designed to provide participants with comprehensive exposure to advanced anatomical knowledge, practical demonstrations, and innovative teaching methodologies.

The program was uniquely structured to integrate traditional concepts of Ayurveda Sharir with modern anatomical approaches, including radiological imaging, plastination, embalming, and virtual dissection techniques.

Additionally, the CME emphasized faculty skill development by encouraging innovative classroom practices, hands-on training, and critical discussions on research opportunities in the field of Rachana Sharir.

Objectives of the CME

To strengthen teachers’ understanding of classical concepts of Rachana Sharir in the light of modern anatomical science.
To impart practical exposure to advanced dissection methods, embalming, plastination, and virtual learning.
To introduce modern diagnostic and imaging techniques relevant to anatomical teaching.
To foster research aptitude and microteaching skills among faculty members.
To provide a platform for academic exchange between experts and participants across the country.

Day-Wise Academic Highlights

Day 1 – Monday, 8th September 2025

The program commenced with registration and a formal inauguration.

Session 1: Prof. Mahantesh B. Ramannavar delivered a lecture on the Dehadan Procedure and Anatomy Act, focusing on the ethical and legal aspects of cadaver donation.
Session 2: Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Yadav conducted a Lumbar Puncture Demonstration and Spinal Cord Dissection, emphasizing clinical relevance.
Session 3: Prof. Ramannavar demonstrated Foetal Dissection and Mounting, highlighting developmental anatomy.
Session 4: Dr. Swati Bedekar presented on Typical Dissection of the Abdomen, integrating clinical correlations with Ayurveda anatomy.

Day 2 – Tuesday, 9th September 2025

Session 1: Dr. Swati Bedekar discussed Radiological Anatomy and Imaging Techniques, stressing their utility in teaching and diagnostics.
Special Interaction: Prof. Dr. Krishna Garg, Ex-Professor and Head, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, and Chief Editor of BD Chaurasia’s Textbook of Anatomy, interacted with the participants and shared her valuable experiences, inspiring faculty to enhance their teaching and research approaches.
Sessions 2 & 3: Dr. Rakesh Kumar Sharma elaborated on Tantra Sharir and Granthi Sharir, revisiting classical texts with modern interpretations.
Session 4: Dr. Ashutosh Kumar Yadav explained Srotas Sharir, enhancing understanding of body channels in relation to physiology and pathology.

Day 3 – Wednesday, 10th September 2025

Session 1: Prof. Nilesh Korde presented on the Practical Relevance of Marma Sharir, emphasizing surgical and clinical perspectives.
Session 2: Prof. Sunil Kumar Yadav conducted a session on Advanced Teaching Modules with Virtual Tools, providing hands-on training with virtual anatomy software.
Session 3: Prof. Korde elaborated on the Concept of Praman Sharir, linking ancient measurement principles with modern anthropometry.
Session 4: Prof. Sunil Kumar Yadav demonstrated Embalming and Specimen Mounting Techniques, ensuring effective preservation for teaching.
Special Event: A video prepared by the students of the Department of Rachana Sharir, highlighting the journey of the department—a chronicle till date—was released by Prof. Sujatha, Dean, AIIA Goa.

Day 4 – Thursday, 11th September 2025

Session 1: Prof. Seetharam M. conducted a detailed Craniotomy and Head-Neck Dissection.
All participants also visited the AIIA Hospital, where they observed its functioning and the wide range of facilities being provided to the public by AIIA Goa.
Session 2: Prof. Yogesh Badwe demonstrated Layer-wise Dissection on Cadaver, highlighting surgical incisions.
Session 3: Prof. Badwe continued with Special Methods of Dissection and In-vivo Anatomical Study of neurovascular bundles, muscles, and anatomical triangles, enhancing clinical correlation.
In the evening session, the faculty of the Department of Rachana Sharir conducted a hands-on training session on the Virtual Dissection Table at the Virtual Lab. Participants actively explored and experienced this advanced digital anatomy learning tool.

Day 5 – Friday, 12th September 2025

Session 1: Prof. Kalpana Raje trained participants in Plastination Techniques and Specimen Mounting, a modern method for long-term preservation.
Sessions 2 & 3: Prof. Saroj Patil discussed Applications of Rachana Sharir in Ayurveda and Comparative Considerations of Sandhi Sharir, merging classical understanding with biomechanics and orthopaedics.

Day 6 – Saturday, 13th September 2025

Session 1: Dr. Sudhir Kumar guided teachers on How to Teach Garbha Sharir from an Ayurveda Perspective, focusing on pedagogy.
Sessions 2 & 3: Prof. Royana Singh conducted Microteaching Sessions on Research Areas in Rachana Sharir along with a Practical Histology Demonstration.
Session 4: Dr. Sudhir Kumar presented on Kala & Twacha Sharir, explaining the Ayurvedic description of body layers.

The program concluded with a Valedictory Function, where learnings were summarized and certificates were distributed.

Unique Features of the Program

Integration of Ayurveda and Modern Anatomy: Balanced emphasis on classical concepts (Marma, Srotas, Praman) alongside modern anatomical methods.
Hands-on Practical Sessions: Live dissections, embalming, plastination, histology, and imaging exposure.
Pedagogical Innovations: Training in microteaching, virtual anatomy tools, and research methodology.
Expert Faculty: Eminent speakers from across India enriched the sessions with their expertise.
Distinguished Guest Interaction: The presence of Prof. Dr. Krishna Garg, a stalwart in the field of anatomy, added immense value by sharing her vast teaching and editorial experience.
Outcome-Oriented Approach: Designed to enhance both subject knowledge and teaching methodologies for Ayurveda anatomy faculty.

Conclusion

The six-day CME program for Teachers of Rachana Sharir was a comprehensive academic initiative that successfully bridged the gap between Ayurveda Sharir and modern anatomical sciences. Through a blend of lectures, demonstrations, virtual training, and hands-on sessions, participants not only deepened their subject knowledge but also enhanced their pedagogical and research skills.

This CME marked a significant step in upgrading the academic standards of Ayurveda education, empowering teachers to integrate classical wisdom with modern anatomical insights, ultimately benefiting both students and the healthcare system.

Acknowledgement

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Rashtriya Ayurveda Vidyapeeth (RAV) for allotting this CME to AIIA, Goa, and to the Ministry of Ayush for their guidance and support.

A special note of thanks to Prof. Sujatha, Dean, AIIA Goa, for her trust, encouragement, and wholehearted support in the successful conduction of this six-day CME program.

We also sincerely thank all the faculty members, staff, and students of AIIA, Goa, for their dedicated efforts and cooperation, which contributed immensely to the smooth organization and grand success of this program.