The Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Yenepoya Dental College, a constituent unit of Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), celebrated International Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Day on 13th February 2026 with great enthusiasm and academic spirit. ಇದನ್ನೂ ಓದಿ : ಫೆ. 15 ಪೆರಾಜೆಗುತ್ತು ಶ್ರೀ ಗುಡ್ಡೆಚಾಮುಂಡಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಪರಿವಾರ ದೈವಗಳ ಪುನರ್ ಪ್ರತಿಷ್ಠಾ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಕಲಶದ ಚಪ್ಪರ ಮುಹೂರ್ತ
The programme commenced with a tribute to the late maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Senthil Murugan, who passed away on 27th January 2026. A minute of silence was observed, and heartfelt condolences were offered by the faculty and dignitaries in honour of his contributions to the specialty.
Dr. Jagadish Chandra, Head of the Department and Organising Chairman, welcomed the gathering. The event was graced by Pro Vice Chancellor and eminent maxillofacial surgeon Prof. Dr. B. H. Shripathi Rao as Guest of Honour and Registrar Dr. Aswini Dutt as Chief Guest. Dr. Joyce Sequiera, Organising Secretary, introduced senior maxillofacial surgeon and academician Prof. Dr. B. Rajendra Prasad, who was felicitated for his invaluable contributions to the field.
The function was presided over by Principal Dr. Laxmikanth Chatra. The Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry, Dr. Sham S. Bhat, and the Vice-Principal, Dr. M. Hasan Sarfaraz, were also present along with Heads of Departments and faculty members.
The dignitaries emphasized the evolving scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, innovations in surgical techniques, and the importance of ethical, patient-centred and interdisciplinary collaborative care. Dr. Varsha Upadya highlighted the clinical spectrum of the specialty and showcased recent collaborative work undertaken with other departments.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Akshatha Kaniyoor. The celebration reflected the department’s continued commitment to academic excellence, surgical innovation, and holistic professional development.
