Event Overview
Apollo Hospitals Guwahati, in partnership with the Indo‑Korean Endospine Society, the Neurosurgical Association of North East India and Pragjyotishpur Medical College & Hospital, organized the first Northeast Endospine Conclave 2026. The three‑day academic and surgical training programme was held in Guwahati from October 29th to 31st, focusing on minimally invasive spine surgery.
Programme Highlights
The conclave featured a series of surgical workshops, academic sessions and cadaveric hands‑on training. National and international experts, including specialists from Australia and Kenya, discussed the latest advancements in endoscopic spine surgery. Participants engaged in hands‑on training that emphasized the practical application of endoscopic techniques.
Key Statements
Dr. Lav Kush Pandey, Organising President of the conclave, described the event as a milestone for advancing knowledge, surgical expertise and innovation in endoscopic spine surgery, emphasizing the value of bringing together renowned faculty from leading Indian institutions and international specialists. Dr. Shameem Ahmed, Senior Neuro Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals Guwahati and Organising Secretary, highlighted the aim of strengthening surgical expertise in the region and promoting the adoption of advanced minimally invasive spine techniques.
Technological Capability
Apollo Hospitals Guwahati is equipped with an advanced Monoportal Spine Endoscopy System. To date, the hospital has performed over 75 endoscopic spine surgeries using this technology, achieving desired surgical outcomes. The system enables cost‑effective, minimally invasive procedures that reduce tissue disruption, postoperative pain, blood loss, and hospital stay duration, while facilitating faster patient recovery compared with conventional open surgery.
Apollo Group Scale
Founded by Dr. Prathap Reddy in 1983, Apollo has grown into the world’s largest integrated healthcare platform. As of September 30, 2026, the Apollo network comprises 65 hospitals with a total capacity of 10,733 census beds, 7,662 pharmacy stores, 290 primary‑care clinics and 2,922 diagnostic centres. The group continues to invest in research, innovation and advanced technologies to provide world‑class care across India.
Conclusion
The successful execution of the Northeast Endospine Conclave 2026 underscores Apollo Hospitals’ commitment to expanding spine‑care services in Northeast India, leveraging modern technologies and fostering academic exchange to improve surgical outcomes and patient experience.