The theme of the conference emphasises the importance of integrating neonatal therapy practices into standard healthcare protocols to enhance the quality of care provided to newborns. The conference will feature a range of topics, including:
Current trends in neonatal therapy
Innovative practices in neonatal care
Collaboration between healthcare professionals
Research advancements in neonatal therapy
Case studies showcasing successful integration
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts in the field, share insights, and discuss strategies to improve neonatal care outcomes.

Abstract Submission
You can participate in the conference by submitting abstracts in a variety of categories. To your surprise, this conference offers multiple unique opportunities for contribution. Some of the categories are Poster, Topic Presentation, Primary Data Original Research Scientific Paper, Innovations in Practice or Education Scientific Paper, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Case Studies, Literature Reviews (Scoping, Narrative, Integrative), and Secondary Data Original Research Scientific Paper

Objectives
IPOKRaTES seminars provide high quality postgraduate education, which enables professionals to keep abreast of the most recent developments and offer participants the opportunity to discuss clinical problems or scientific issues personally with international experts.
For further information, please visit the website www.ipokrates.info

Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Discuss key concepts of neuroprotection and stress in the NICU, and understand the neonatal therapist’s role in promoting developmental care.
Prepare and provide therapeutic interventions and strategies for optimizing the environment, positioning, feeding, sleep, and family support.
Develop individualized developmental care plans for very low birth weight, late preterm, and infants with hypoxic‑ischemic encephalopathy (HIE).
Demonstrate evidence‑based strategies to create positive change in the NICU and enhance neurodevelopmental outcomes

Link for Registration: https://forms.gle/T6p6oMePC7ESi2Gs9

Perinatal Care of the Preterm Baby-Epidemiology and Ethics
This is an online module being organised by the MPROvE Academy starting from the 12th of February till the end of April 2021. The content covered includes limits of viability, prenatal counselling, communication, prognostication, decision making, and a lot more as outlined below. The course has been broken up into content that can be imbibed weekly with a webinar covering that topic. The course has online content, and videos for review by the participants. Participants can access this from anywhere in the world. For more details a video of the course is attached.
For registration please contact Dr Alok Sharma Consultant Neonatologist on draloksharma74@gmail.com 
 
 
 

8th Annual National Conference of Neonatal Therapy
MAHER Faculty of Occupational Therapy
Theme: Neonatal Therapy Without Border

OBJECTIVES OF THE CONFERENCE
     To promote collaborative and multidisciplinary approaches in neonatal therapy.
      To explore contemporary concepts and evidence-informed practices relevant to newborn care and early intervention.
     To highlight the importance of family partnership and family- centered care.
      To provide a platform for clinicians, educators, researchers, students and graduates to exchange ideas.

 WORKSHOPS: Two focused learning experiences

Speakers
Speaker 1
Dr. Anurag Joshi
 
 
Health Officer, UNICEF office of Tamil Nadu & Kerala
Speaker 2
Dr. Rema Chandramohan
 
 
Director, Institute of Child Health, Madras Medical College
Speaker 3
 
Dr. Binu Ninan
 
Director, Neubon Healthcare, Chennai
Speaker 4
 
Dr. Santhanam Sridhar
 
 
Professor, Department of Neonatology, CMC Vellore
Speaker 5
Dr. Hemant Nandagoankar
 
President, Association of Neonatal Therapist
Speaker 6
Dr. Geetha M. Arora
 
Founder & Director, MOVE & GROW (Neonatal Pediatric Therapy Services), Noida
Speaker 7
Dr. Geetika Sood
Executive Committee Member – Association of Neonatal Therapist, Neonatal Occupational Therapist, Manchester University,UK
Speaker 8
Dr. Usha Kasar
Secretary – Association of Neonatal Therapist, Assistant Professor in the Department of Occupational
Therapy at Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital in Mumbai, India
Speaker 9
Dr. Hima Raj
 
Occupational Therapist, NICU, CMC Vellore
Speaker 10
Dr. Aarti C Rajaratnam
Psychologist, Best selling Author, Innovative Curriculum and Education Design Consultant
Speaker 11
Dr. Bobbi Pineda
Associate Professor of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, University of Southern California
Speaker 12
Dr. Shailaja Jaywant
 
 
Assistant Professor, LTMMC, Sion, Mumbai
Speaker 13
 
Dr. Raheemudheen PK
 
Clinical Psychologist in Health services, Govt of Kerala · Govt Mental Health center, Kozhikode
Speaker 14
Dr Pooja Sanghvi
State Child Health Consultant - Tamil Nadu · UNICEF
Speaker 15
Dr. Srija. G
Vice Principal, Faculty of Occupational Therapy, Sree Balaji Medical College & Hospital, Chennai
Speaker 16
Dr. Meenakshi Jhandhyala
Director – Medical operations, Smrithi Healthcare and HOD, Department of Pediatrics, St. Isabel Hospital, Chennai
Speaker 17
Dr. Sanika Gawade
Vice President, Association of Neonatal Therapist, Senior Occupational Therapist, LTMG, Sion, Mumbai
Speaker 18
Ms.Jane
 
Head Nurse, Department of Neonatalogy ,CMC, Vellore


 
PAPER PRESENTATION
 
A platform to present original research, clinical perspectives, innovations and academic work.
GUIDELINES:
•        The abstract should be in English.
•        The abstract word limit shall be ≤ 300 words (excluding title & amp; references), under the headings – Introduction and Aim • Methodology • Results • Conclusion.
•        Mention a maximum of 5 keywords related to your research.
•        The abstract should be submitted in MSWord (.doc/.docx) format. Font to be used –
•        Times New Roman 12 pt; single spaced.
•        The research paper must not have been published/ presented elsewhere.
•        After conference registration, rename the abstract file – yourname_oral_abstract.doc
•        (e.g. – Deepika_oral_abstract.doc) and mail it to scineoant2026@gmail.com with the subject – Abstract submission.
•        Last date for submission is 20th September 2026.
 
 
 
E-POSTER PRESENTATION
A digital platform to showcase research, case-based learning, innovations and evidence-informed practice.
GUIDELINES:
•        The e-Poster should be submitted in PDF format (.pdf).
•        After conference registration, rename the e-Poster file – yourname_eposter.pdf (e.g. – Deepika_eposter.pdf) and mail it to scineoant2026@gmail.com with the subject – e-Poster submission.
•        Last date for submission is 20th September 2026.
 

REGISTRATION LINK
 Last date for Registration: 20/09/2026
PAYMENT/ACCOUNT DETAILS: BANK: INDIAN BANK
BRANCH : VALASARAVAKKAM IFSC: IDIB000V080
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 7251855993
AC NAME: MAHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMME

ACCOMODATION DETAILS:
 
Name of the Hotel
Distance from Venue
Contact information
The Dolphin Park Hotel
350 Meters
72001 98770
Grand Treat Chennai
500 Meters
044 4501 0222
Flagship Arunachala Guest House
2.3 Kilometers
0124 620 1615
Hotel Canyon Sun
2.4 Kilometers
044 4853 6222

CONTACT & CONFERENCE ENQUIRIES
Dr. Srilekha. S(OT): Contact number: 8056156148
Dr. Jerose Rani. D(OT ) : Contact number: 9952016700