Media Release

Udupi, May 16: Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, in collaboration with Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd, organised a nutrition stewardship programme aimed at enhancing clinical nutrition practices. The event featured esteemed guests and key medical professionals.

Dr Padmaraj Hegde, dean of KMC, graced the programme as the chief guest, while Dr Avinash Shetty, medical superintendent of Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, served as the guest of honour. Dr Shiran Shetty, deputy medical superintendent and professor of gastroenterology & hepatology, and Suvarna Hebbar, in-charge and assistant professor of the department of clinical nutrition and dietetics were present.

On this occasion, Dr Shiran Shetty provided an overview of the nutrition stewardship programme. He noted that malnutrition and muscle loss are prevalent in continuum care and emphasized the importance of nutrition in clinical practice. Dr Shetty also highlighted the necessity of sarcopenia assessment for patients, underscoring its relevance in improving patient outcomes.

On this occasion, Manoj from Abbott Healthcare handed over a nutrition assessment kit to Kasturba Hospital, symbolizing the collaboration's commitment to advancing nutritional care.

Suvarna Hebbar, proposed a vote of thanks. The informative programme dedicated to fostering better nutrition in clinical settings.