14 Aug 2026

Communication Skills and Capacity Building Workshop

Strengthening compassionate healthcare delivery, the Department of Psychiatry has launched a Communication Skills and Capacity Building Workshop for healthcare workers. The first session was conducted for 25 healthcare workers from Casualty and Trauma, using interactive case scenarios, role plays and group discussions. The session highlighted patient-felt needs such as fear, anxiety, pain, uncertainty, information, dignity and reassurance. The workshop series will continue over the coming months for different cadres of healthcare workers across hospital settings. The initiative is being conducted with the encouragement, guidance and support of the respected Dean Dr. Shailesh Mohite