Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College Organizes Initial West Zone and Maharashtra Adolescent Health Symposium – ADOLESCON 2025
In the heart of Pune, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre hosted the First West Zone and First Maharashtra State Conference on Adolescent Health, ADOLESCON 2025. Over two inspiring days, the conference, themed "Empowering Adolescents: Transforming Futures," brought together over 500 participants, including health experts, educators, parents, and postgraduate students, both in person and online.
The conference kicked off with a Youth Workshop, inaugurated by Dr. A. Rekha, the Dean of Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, who served as the Chief Guest. Notable figures such as Dr. Jayant Pandharikar, a member of the Executive Board of the West Zone, Central IAP, and Dr. Shailaja Mane, Professor and HOD of Paediatrics at the same college, emphasised the significance of adolescent-centered healthcare.
A dedicated paediatric workshop was designed for postgraduate students, offering clinical and academic exposure on adolescent health. Meanwhile, a School Health Program was conducted at Global International School, engaging over 150 students in discussions focusing on mental well-being, social media behaviour, and decision-making. This program was coordinated by Dr. Shradha Salunkhe.
The conference aimed to foster multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance adolescent health services, focusing on empowerment and future transformation. Hon'ble Dr. Bhagyashree P. Patil underscored the importance of the School Health Programme in shaping a healthier and more informed future generation. Dr. Rekha Arcot stated that the School Health Programme reflects Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College's proactive role in public health and adolescent care.
Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, a reputable institution, follows international benchmarks, is NABH and NABL accredited, certified as a Green Hospital, ranks 11th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), holds A++ status by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), and is an ISO 2015 certified organization (ISO 9001: 2015).
Dr. Shailaja Mane highlighted that health awareness must begin early and in the right context, with a combination of medical expertise and sessions on Gen Z, youth forum by UNICEF, and a plenary session on noncommunicable diseases. The conference concluded with a UNICEF plenary session and Youth Forum, which emphasised the importance of integrating Gen Z voices into public health policy.
ADOLESCON 2025 marked a significant step forward in adolescent healthcare awareness and advocacy. For more information, visit medical.dpu.edu.in. You can also find updates about the college on Facebook (Dr D Y Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre) and Instagram (dpu.medicalcollege).
- In addition to health-and-wellness discussions, education and personal-growth sessions, such as Gen Z forums and learning opportunities on noncommunicable diseases, were integral parts of ADOLESCON 2025.
- Career-development seminars for postgraduate students were facilitated during the conference, providing skills-training and academic exposure in adolescent healthcare.
- The School Health Program, a key event during ADOLESCON 2025, aimed to promote mental health and wellness among students, empowering them to make informed decisions through discussions on social media behavior, decision-making, and mental well-being.
- Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College's commitment to education-and-self-development extends beyond healthcare, as it consistently achieves high rankings and accreditations, such as NABH, NABL, ISO 2015, and NAAC certification.
- Job-search resources and networking events during ADOLESCON 2025 offered opportunities for participants to advance their careers in the health and fitness industries, while also gaining exposure to the latest healthcare trends and technologies.
- In collaboration with UNICEF, ADOLESCON 2025 successfully integrated the voices of Gen Z into public health policy discussions, enhancing the conference's impact on adolescent healthcare advocacy.
