2nd Annual Conference
12 Credit Hours Β· Odisha Council of Medical Registration
πŸ“– Inauguration of First Issue: CEREBRA Journal → πŸ“Ί E-Poster Guidelines: Submit PPT by 17 Sep →

2nd NAO Conclave 2026

Advancing Neurological Sciences Together

18 – 20 September 2026
Novotel Hotel, Bhubaneswar
Organized by NAO & Ashwini Group of Hospitals
12 Credit Hours Awarded by OCMR
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About the Conclave

It gives us immense pleasure to welcome you to the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026, being organized by the Neurology Association of Odisha (NAO) in collaboration with Ashwini Group of Hospitals, from 18th – 20th September 2026 in the vibrant city of Bhubaneswar.

This conclave aims to bring together distinguished neurologists, neuroscientists, healthcare professionals, researchers, and academicians from across the country to exchange knowledge, share innovative research, and discuss the latest advancements in neurological sciences.

Over the course of three enriching days, participants will have the opportunity to engage in insightful scientific sessions, expert panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities. The program has been thoughtfully curated to foster academic excellence, collaborative learning, and professional growth.

We look forward to welcoming you and making the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026 a memorable and rewarding experience for all.

β€” Dr. Maya Gantayet, Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan & Dr. Tanaya Mishra

Conclave Overview
Hands-on Workshop
Conference Networking
NAO Conclave Highlight

Inauguration of the First Issue

Official Release of CEREBRA β€” Journal of Neurology and Applied Neurosciences

CEREBRA - Journal of Neurology and Applied Neurosciences, Volume I, Issue I
Official NAO Journal
Volume I Β· Issue I (Jan–Jun 2026)
Together for Better Brain Health
Neurology Association of Odisha (NAO) Maiden Edition Launch

CEREBRA

Journal of Neurology and Applied Neurosciences

An Official Journal of Neurology Association of Odisha (NAO)

“Knowledge Connects Brains Β· Builds Brighter Tomorrows”
“Neurology for a Healthier Tomorrow”

A landmark academic milestone in the history of the Neurology Association of Odisha. The maiden issue of CEREBRA will be ceremoniously inaugurated and released during the proceedings of the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026 in Bhubaneswar, establishing an authoritative peer-reviewed scientific forum for groundbreaking neurological discoveries.

Inauguration Occasion Formal Launch at 2nd NAO Conclave 18th – 20th September 2026
Inauguration Venue Novotel Hotel, Bhubaneswar Main Conclave Auditorium
Inaugural Edition Volume I | Issue I January – June 2026
Conference Secretariat Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan Organizing Secretary
Peer-Reviewed Clinical Neurology
Applied Neurosciences & Research
CJNAN Digital Access & Archival

Executive Committee

Prof. Dr. B K Kuanar

Prof. Dr. B K Kuanar

President

Dr. AK Mohapatra

Dr. AK Mohapatra

President Elect

Dr. Soumyadarshan Nayak

Dr. Soumyadarshan Nayak

Secretary

Dr. Subhranshu Sekhar Jena

Dr. Subhranshu Sekhar Jena

Treasurer

Dr. Nihar Ranjan Biswal

Dr. Nihar Ranjan Biswal

EC Member

Dr. Santosh Kumar Dash

Dr. Santosh Kumar Dash

EC Member

Dr. Lulup Kumar Sahoo

Dr. Lulup Kumar Sahoo

EC Member

Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan

Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan

EC Member

Dr. Shubhankar Mishra

Dr. Shubhankar Mishra

Editor of Journal

Dr. Priyanka Samal

Dr. Priyanka Samal

CME Convenor

Organizing Committee

Sub-Committees

Dr. R N Sahoo

Dr. R N Sahoo

Patron

Dr. Geeta Mohanty

Dr. Geeta Mohanty

Patron

Dr. Manoranjan Acharya

Dr. Manoranjan Acharya

Patron

Dr. A K Mallick

Dr. A K Mallick

Chair

Dr. Menka Jha

Dr. Menka Jha

Member

Dr. Santosh Kumar Dash

Dr. Santosh Kumar Dash

Member

Dr. Priyanka Samal

Dr. Priyanka Samal

Member

Dr. Amlan Tapan Mahapatra

Dr. Amlan Tapan Mahapatra

Member

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Bhoi

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Bhoi

Member

Dr. Abhishek Nanda

Dr. Abhishek Nanda

Member

Dr. Bikash Mishra

Dr. Bikash Mishra

Chair

Dr. H N Praharaj

Dr. H N Praharaj

Member

Dr. Srimant Pattnaik

Dr. Srimant Pattnaik

Member

Dr. Debashis Hota

Dr. Debashis Hota

Member

Dr. Tanmaya Padhy

Dr. Tanmaya Padhy

Member

Dr. Swati Parida

Dr. Swati Parida

Member

Dr. K P Swain

Dr. K P Swain

Chair

Dr. S S Jena

Dr. S S Jena

Member

Dr. Biswajyoti Rath

Dr. Biswajyoti Rath

Member

Dr. Aswini Kumar Sahu

Dr. Aswini Kumar Sahu

Member

Dr. Kumar Bismaya

Dr. Kumar Bismaya

Member

Dr. Nikhilesh Pradhan

Dr. Nikhilesh Pradhan

Member

Dr. Pitambar Behuria

Dr. Pitambar Behuria

Member

Dr. Antaryami Nanda

Dr. Antaryami Nanda

Chair

Dr. N R Biswal

Dr. N R Biswal

Member

Dr. Ajit Prasad Mishra

Dr. Ajit Prasad Mishra

Member

Dr. Shubhankar Mishra

Dr. Shubhankar Mishra

Member

Dr. Anil Kumar Sahu

Dr. Anil Kumar Sahu

Member

Dr. Sushant Khilar

Dr. Sushant Khilar

Member

Dr. Amitav Rath

Dr. Amitav Rath

Chair

Dr. Payod Kumar Jena

Dr. Payod Kumar Jena

Member

Dr. Maheswar Samanta

Dr. Maheswar Samanta

Member

Dr. C R Barik

Dr. C R Barik

Member

Dr. Akash Agarwal

Dr. Akash Agarwal

Member

Dr. Aujjwalya Kumar Jena

Dr. Aujjwalya Kumar Jena

Member

Dr. Akhila Panda

Dr. Akhila Panda

Chair

Dr. Pragateshnu Das

Dr. Pragateshnu Das

Member

Dr. Srikant Sahu

Dr. Srikant Sahu

Member

Dr. Chandrakant Patra

Dr. Chandrakant Patra

Member

Dr. Shivani Rath

Dr. Shivani Rath

Member

Dr. Nirja Agasti

Dr. Nirja Agasti

Member

Dr. Uma Padhy

Dr. Uma Padhy

Chair

Dr. Priyabrata Naik

Dr. Priyabrata Naik

Member

Dr. Debashis Panigrahi

Dr. Debashis Panigrahi

Member

Dr. Anurag Satpathy

Dr. Anurag Satpathy

Member

Dr. Rajesh Meher

Dr. Rajesh Meher

Member

Dr. Swagat Mohanty

Dr. Swagat Mohanty

Member

Dr. Mitali Kar

Dr. Mitali Kar

Chair

Dr. SPS Choudhury

Dr. SPS Choudhury

Member

Dr. Om Mishra

Dr. Om Mishra

Member

Dr. Suprava Shukla

Dr. Suprava Shukla

Member

Dr. Chinmayee Swain

Dr. Chinmayee Swain

Member

Dr. Sonalika Behera

Dr. Sonalika Behera

Member

Registration

Secure your spot at the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026

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12 Credit Hours / Points Awarded to Delegates

We are pleased to inform that 12 (Twelve) Credit Hours have been officially granted to the delegates attending the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026 by the Odisha Council of Medical Registration.

Eligible Delegates: All registered conclave delegates will be awarded official credit points.
Accredited Certificate: Official participation certificate mentioning 12 OCMR credit hours.
Mandatory Attendance: Signatures on daily attendance sheets at the venue are required by the council.

Registration Fees

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1 Jul – 31 Aug
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Scientific Program

Comprehensive 3-Day Scientific Agenda Β· 18th to 20th September 2026 Β· Novotel Hotel, Bhubaneswar

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Friday, 18 September 2026 Β· 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Pre-Conference Neurointervention Workshop

One-day advanced practice-focused programme for postgraduate students in Neurology, Neurosurgery & Radiology and junior neurointerventional consultants. Includes live flow-model simulations, carotid stenting, mechanical thrombectomy, AVM embolisation, and statewide case presentations.

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM 30 Mins
Registration

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Delegate registration and welcome kit distribution at Novotel Hotel, Bhubaneswar.

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM 15 Mins
Welcome Address

Welcome Address & Programme Overview

Faculty: Dr. Maya Gantayet (Organizing Chairperson)
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM 15 Mins
Inauguration

Lamp Lighting & Inauguration

Inaugural ceremony of the Pre-Conference Neurointervention Workshop.

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM 30 Mins
Session 1 Understanding Neurointerventional Hardware

Neurointerventional Hardware: what to use & when

Faculty: Dr. Kaushik Sundar
Chairpersons: Dr. B K Kuanar, Dr. Manas Kar, Dr. Sidharth Sankar Sahoo
9:30 AM – 10:15 AM 45 Mins
Session 2 Intracranial Aneurysms

Intracranial Aneurysms: Devices and Techniques

Faculty: Dr. Satheesh G
Chairpersons: Dr. Ashok K Mahapatra, Dr. Kamal Sen, Dr. Pooja Mishra
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM 45 Mins
Session 3 Carotid Interventions

Carotid artery stenting: introduction, indications and procedural techniques

Faculty: Dr. Sibasankar Dalei
Chairpersons: Dr. Amiya K Mahapatra, Dr. Basanta Manjari Swain, Dr. Debabrata Tadu
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM 45 Mins
Session 3 (Contd.) Complex Carotid Interventions

Complex Carotid Artery Stenting: special situations and challenges

Faculty: Prof. Uday Limaye
Chairpersons: Dr. Amiya K Mahapatra, Dr. Basanta Manjari Swain, Dr. Debabrata Tadu
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM 45 Mins
Session 4 Mechanical Thrombectomy

Acute Ischemic Stroke: Patient selection, thrombectomy strategies and Rescue Techniques

Faculty: Dr. Kaushik Sundar
Chairpersons: Dr. S D Nayak, Dr. Manoj Nayak, Dr. Bimal Sahoo
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM 30 Mins
Session 5 Basilar Occlusion

Basilar occlusion: Patient selection, Endovascular strategy and Technical challenges

Faculty: Prof. Uday Limaye
Chairpersons: Dr. S D Nayak, Dr. Manoj Nayak, Dr. Bimal Sahoo
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 2 Hours
Hands-On & Lunch

Flow Models Simulation Training & Lunch Break

Hands-on workstation rotations with flow models for coiling and thrombectomy, along with networking lunch.

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM 30 Mins
Session 5 (Contd.) Vascular Navigation

Navigating challenging Vascular anatomy in Neurointervention: From Access (groin, radial) to Brain

Faculty: Dr. Satheesh G
Chairpersons: Dr. A K Mallick, Dr. Suprava Nayak, Dr. Poonam Mohanty
3:30 PM – 4:15 PM 45 Mins
Session 6 AVMs

Decision making, Embolisation strategies in complex cerebral AVMs

Faculty: Dr. Sibasankar Dalai
Chairpersons: Dr. D K Satpathy, Dr. Santosh Dash, Dr. Anil Sahu
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM 45 Mins
Session 7 Venous Stroke

CVST: Endovascular strategies and challenges

Faculty: Prof. Uday Limaye
Chairpersons: Col. Dr. P K Sahu, Dr. Sanjeev Bhoi, Dr. Somnath Jena
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 60 Mins
Clinical Case Gallery

Case Gallery: All in 2 Weeks

Faculty: Prof. Uday Limaye
Chairpersons: Col. Dr. P K Sahu, Dr. Sanjeev Bhoi, Dr. Somnath Jena
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 60 Mins
State Presentations

Cases by All Neurointerventionists of Our State

Clinical presentations showcasing challenging cases across Odisha with faculty discussion.

7:00 PM Onwards Closing
Valedictory

Certificate Distribution & Closing Remarks

Concluding Address: Dr. Maya Gantayet (Organizing Chairperson)

Awarding of certificates and concluding remarks for the Pre-Conference Workshop.

Saturday, 19 September 2026 Β· 9:00 AM – 7:15 PM+

Conclave Day 1 Β· Scientific Sessions 1 to 5

Sessions covering Acute Stroke Management & Guidelines, Presidential Oration, Neuro-Otology & Vertigo, Autoimmune Neurology, Neuromuscular Disorders, Grand Neurology Quiz, and evening Inauguration Ceremony & Gala Dinner.

9:00 AM – 11:40 AM 2h 40m
SESSION 1 STROKE
Chairpersons: Dr. R N Sahoo, Dr. M. R. Acharya, Dr. Anup Mohapatra
9:00 AM – 9:20 AM
Care Bundle Approach to Recent Management of ICH
Dr. P. N. Sylaja
9:20 AM – 9:40 AM
2026 Guideline of Acute Ischemic Stroke
Dr. Nasli Ichaporia
9:40 AM – 10:00 AM
ICAD: From Diagnosis to Management
Dr. Arvind Sharma
10:00 AM – 10:20 AM
Secondary Prevention of Stroke
Dr. Sunil Gajre
10:20 AM – 10:40 AM
Strategy to Reduce Door-to-Recanalisation
Dr. Kaushik Sundar
10:40 AM – 11:00 AM
CVST: Pitfalls, Pearls and Practical Management
Dr. S. S. Jena
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM
AI in Stroke Rehabilitation
Dr. Nirmal Surya
11:20 AM – 11:30 AM
AI In Stroke Imaging And Future Stroke Care
Dr. B Venkat Pradeep Kumar
11:30 AM – 11:40 AM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
11:40 AM – 12:15 PM 35 Mins
KEYNOTE ORATION PRESIDENTIAL ORATION

Presidential Oration

Prof. Dr. B K Kuanar (President, NAO)

Official Presidential address by Prof. Dr. B K Kuanar, President of the Neurology Association of Odisha.

12:20 PM – 3:00 PM 2h 40m
SESSION 2 NEURO-OTOLOGY
Chairpersons: Dr. Amitav Rath, Dr. Aswini Sahu, Dr. Mitali Kar
12:20 PM – 12:40 PM
Horizontal Canal BPPV, Common to Uncommon
Dr. Balamurugan Namasivayam
12:40 PM – 1:00 PM
Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness – Beyond the Vestibular System
Dr. Sudhir Kothari
1:00 PM – 1:20 PM
Eye Signs in Vertigo
Dr. U. Meenakshisundaram
1:20 PM – 1:30 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
🍱 Lunch Break & E-Poster Presentation
Poster Judges / All Delegates Β· Presentation Guidelines →
2:00 PM – 2:20 PM
BEYOND THE BLOW: Unraveling Post Concussion Vertigo
Dr. Gunjan Kumar
2:20 PM – 2:40 PM
Acute Vestibular Syndrome Imaging & Pitfalls
Dr. Bikash Mishra
2:40 PM – 2:55 PM
VESTIBULAR MIGRAINE: Diagnostic Criteria & Common Mistakes
Dr. Maheswar Samanta
2:55 PM – 3:00 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
3:00 PM – 4:50 PM 1h 50m
SESSION 3 AUTOIMMUNE NEUROLOGY
Chairpersons: (Prof.) Dr. A K Mallick, Dr. A Nanda, Dr. Ajit Mishra
3:00 PM – 3:20 PM
Recent Classification of Multiple Sclerosis
Dr. N. R. Biswal
3:20 PM – 3:40 PM
NMOSD At The Bedside: Clinical Clues, Red Flags And Diagnostic Pitfalls
Dr. S. Gopi
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM
Radiological Features in MS, MOGAD & NMOSD
Dr. Lakshmi Narasimhan
4:00 PM – 4:20 PM
Choosing DMT in Multiple Sclerosis
Dr. Netravathi M.
4:20 PM – 4:40 PM
Movement Disorders in Neuroimmunological Disorders
Dr. Lulup Kumar Sahoo
4:40 PM – 4:50 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
4:50 PM – 5:00 PM 10 Mins
BREAK NETWORKING

β˜• Evening Tea Break & Refreshments

Delegate networking and tea break.

5:00 PM – 6:10 PM 1h 10m
SESSION 4 NEUROMUSCULAR 1
Chairpersons: Dr. A K Mahapatra, Dr. Uma Padhy, Dr. Akash Agarwal
5:00 PM – 5:20 PM
Electrophysiological Approach to Neuromuscular Junction Disorders
Dr. Veerendra Kumar
5:20 PM – 5:40 PM
Updates on the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis
Dr. Pushpa Narayanswami
5:40 PM – 6:00 PM
Role of USG in Neuromuscular Diseases
Dr. Ujjawal Roy
6:00 PM – 6:10 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
6:10 PM – 7:00 PM 50 Mins
SESSION 5 QUIZ

Grand Neurology Quiz

Quiz Masters: Dr. Sunil Gajre, Dr. Subhankar Mishra, Dr. Shivani Rath

High-octane neurological quiz for postgraduates and junior consultants with interactive clinical challenges.

7:15 PM Onwards Evening
CEREMONY & LAUNCH INAUGURATION & DINNER

Inauguration Ceremony, Release of “CEREBRA” (Vol. I) & Grand Gala Dinner

Formal inauguration of the 2nd NAO Conclave 2026, landmark ceremonial release and inaugural unveiling of CEREBRA: Journal of Neurology and Applied Neurosciences (Official NAO Journal, Volume I Β· Issue I), followed by Odissi cultural performances and grand banquet dinner at Novotel Hotel Bhubaneswar.

Sunday, 20 September 2026 Β· 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM+

Conclave Day 2 Β· Scientific Sessions 6 to 11

Sessions covering the Young NAO Forum (12 rapid-fire presentations), Dementia & Cognitive Disorders, Epilepsy & Surgical Advances, Headache & Cephalalgias, Neuromuscular Junction & ALS, Lightning Talks, and the Valedictory Ceremony.

7:30 AM – 9:30 AM 2 Hours
SESSION 6 YOUNG NAO FORUM
Chairpersons: Dr. Lulup Kumar Sahoo, Dr. Biswajyoti Rath, Dr. Rajalaxmi Satpathy
7:30 AM – 7:40 AM
Post Thrombolysis Deterioration. What should I do next?
Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan
7:40 AM – 7:50 AM
CRYPTOGENIC STROKE: Beyond the Routine Work up
Dr. Tanaya Mishra
7:50 AM – 8:00 AM
OSA & Stroke
Dr. Priyabrat Nayak
8:00 AM – 8:10 AM
Concepts in Glymphatics
Dr. Mitali Kar
8:10 AM – 8:20 AM
Continuous EEG Monitoring: When Is It Needed
Dr. C R Barik
8:20 AM – 8:30 AM
Practical Use of Biomarkers in Dementia
Dr. Rajesh Meher
8:30 AM – 8:40 AM
Fasciculation Syndrome vs Early Motor Neuron Disease
Dr. Chandrakant Patra
8:40 AM – 8:50 AM
Recurrent Stroke Despite Optimal therapy. What next?
Dr. Anil Sahu
8:50 AM – 9:00 AM
Approach to Genetic Epilepsies in Clinical Practice
Dr. Debasish Panigrahi
9:00 AM – 9:10 AM
Autism Spectrum Disorder: From Early Signs to Early Intervention
Dr. Subhankar Mishra
9:10 AM – 9:20 AM
Occipital neuralgia and mimics, diagnosis, imaging, treatment
Dr. Kumar Bismaya
9:20 AM – 9:30 AM
Drug induced movement disorders
Dr. Shivani Rath
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM 30 Mins
SESSION 7 DEMENTIA
Chairpersons: Dr. Geeta Mohanty, Dr. S D Nayak, Dr. Asutosh Rath
9:30 AM – 9:50 AM
Decoding Rapidly Progressing Dementia
Dr. Suvarna Alladi
9:50 AM – 10:00 AM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
10:00 AM – 12:20 PM 2h 20m
SESSION 8 EPILEPSY
Chairpersons: Dr. B K Kuanar, Dr. Sanjib Mishra, Dr. H. N. Praharaj
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Misdiagnosis and Mismanagement of Epilepsy: The Practical Issues
Dr. H. V. Srinivas
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM
Epilepsy: Recent Classification, EEG and Diagnosis
Dr. Menka Jha
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM
Special Scenario: Epilepsy in Pregnancy
Dr. P. Satish Chandra
11:10 AM – 11:30 AM
The Missed Window – Identifying the Right Patient for Epilepsy Surgery
Dr. Ashalata Radhakrishnan
11:30 AM – 11:50 AM
What Surgeons Want for Successful Epilepsy Surgery – From Basics to Advanced
Dr. P. Sarat Chandra
11:50 AM – 12:10 PM
Status Epilepticus: Recent Advances
Dr. Manjari Tripathi
12:10 PM – 12:20 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
12:20 PM – 1:45 PM 1h 25m
SESSION 9 HEADACHE
Chairpersons: Dr. Uma Padhy, Dr. Payod Jena, Dr. Pragateshnu Das
12:20 PM – 12:50 PM
Recent Updates on Management of Headache Disorders
Dr. Debashish Choudhury
12:50 PM – 1:10 PM
Substance use Headache Disorders
Dr. Thomas Mathews
1:10 PM – 1:25 PM
Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias: Approach and Management
Dr. Soumya Darshan Nayak
1:25 PM – 1:40 PM
Headache in Pregnancy
Dr. Rajalaxmi Satpathy
1:40 PM – 1:45 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
1:45 PM – 2:30 PM 45 Mins
LUNCH & POSTERS E-POSTERS

🍱 Lunch Break & E-Poster Presentation

Delegate networking lunch and judging of scientific electronic posters. Presentation Guidelines →

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM 30 Mins
ANNUAL MEETING NAO BUSINESS

General Body Meeting (GBM)

Annual General Body Meeting of the Neurology Association of Odisha (NAO Members only).

3:00 PM – 4:10 PM 1h 10m
SESSION 10 NEURO MUSCULAR 2
Chairpersons: Dr. Srikant Sahoo, Dr. S P S Choudhury, Dr. Pitambar Behuria
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
CIDP: New diagnostic criteria and therapy
Dr. K. P. Swain
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM
Immune-Mediated Myopathies
Dr. Sanjeev Bhoi
3:30 PM – 3:45 PM
Think Beyond GBS & CIDP: Expanding Spectrum of Autoimmune Nodopathy
Dr. Santosh Dash
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM
ALS in 2026: Biomarkers and Emerging Therapies
Dr. Akhila Panda
4:00 PM – 4:10 PM
Q & A Discussion
Open to Floor / Chairpersons
4:10 PM – 6:00 PM 1h 50m
SESSION 11 LIGHTNING TALKS
Chairpersons: Dr. A K Mallick, Dr. Sushant Khilar, Dr. Chitralekha Naik
4:10 PM – 4:20 PM
Sleep Disorders Every Neurologist Should Recognise
Dr. Anurag Satpathy
4:20 PM – 4:30 PM
Orexin and the Sleeping Brain: From Narcolepsy to New therapeutics
Dr. Shiva Narayan Pattanayak
4:30 PM – 4:40 PM
Minimally Invasive Pain and Spine Interventions in Low Back Pain
Dr. Binay Jaiswal
4:40 PM – 4:50 PM
NORSE And FIRES: Approach To The Unexplained Status
Dr. Biswamohan Mishra
4:50 PM – 5:00 PM
GBS Beyond IVIG and Plasmapheresis
Dr. Srimanta Patnaik
5:00 PM – 5:10 PM
Rare Neuro Infections
Dr. Sucharita Anand
5:10 PM – 5:20 PM
Double Seronegative NMOSD: What Should the Neurologist Do?
Dr. Niraja Agasti
5:20 PM – 5:30 PM
Spinal vascular malformations: Practical diagnosis and management
Dr. Debashis Hota
5:30 PM – 5:40 PM
Cerebral Small Vessel Disease Beyond WMH: Imaging Biomarkers and Clinical Implications
Dr. Amlan Mahapatra
5:40 PM – 5:50 PM
Transient Neurological Symptoms: TIA, Migraine or Seizure?
Dr. Om Mishra
5:50 PM – 6:00 PM
Diplopia in the Emergency Room: A Localisation Based Approach
Dr. Swagat Mohanty
6:00 PM Onwards Closing
VALEDICTORY AWARDS & PRIZES

Valedictory Ceremony, Awards & Prize Distribution

Conclave closing address, best E-Poster award announcements, quiz winner prizes, and vote of thanks.

Distinguished Speakers

Meet our esteemed workshop faculty. Conclave speakers will be announced soon.

Workshop Faculty

Prof. Uday S. Limaye

Prof. Uday S. Limaye

Lilavati & Hinduja Hospitals, Mumbai
Apollo Hospital, Chennai

Dr G Satheesh

Dr G Satheesh

Kauvery Hospital, Chennai

Dr Kaushik Sundar

Dr Kaushik Sundar

Narayana Health

Dr Sibasankar Dalai

Dr Sibasankar Dalai

Medicover Hospital, Visakhapatnam

Conclave National Faculty

Distinguished neurologists, researchers, and academicians leading scientific sessions at the 2nd NAO Conclave.

PS

Dr. P. N. Sylaja

Head of Neurology, SCTIMST, Trivandrum
Stroke: Care Bundle Approach to Recent Management of ICH
NI

Dr. Nasli Ichaporia

Director of Neurology, Inamdar Multispeciality Hospital, Pune
Stroke: 2026 Guidelines of Acute Ischemic Stroke
AS

Dr. Arvind Sharma

Director of Neurology, Zydus Hospital, Ahmedabad
Stroke: ICAD: From Diagnosis to Management
SG

Dr. Sunil Gajre

Senior Consultant Neurologist & Stroke Expert
Stroke / Quiz: Secondary Prevention of Stroke Β· Grand Quiz
NS

Dr. Nirmal Surya

Consultant Neurologist & Neurorehabilitation Specialist
Stroke: AI in Stroke Rehabilitation
BN

Dr. Balamurugan Namasivayam

Neurotology & Vestibular Specialist
Neuro-Otology: Horizontal Canal BPPV, Common to Uncommon
SK

Dr. Sudhir Kothari

Director of Neurology, Poona Hospital & Research Centre
Neuro-Otology: Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)
UM

Dr. U. Meenakshisundaram

Director of Neurology, SIMS Hospital, Chennai
Neuro-Otology: Eye Signs in Vertigo
LN

Dr. Lakshmi Narasimhan

Senior Consultant Neurologist & Neuroradiology Expert
Autoimmune: Radiological Features in MS, MOGAD & NMOSD
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Dr. Netravathi M.

Additional Professor of Neurology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Autoimmune: Choosing DMT in Multiple Sclerosis
VK

Dr. Veerendra Kumar

Professor of Neurology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Neuromuscular: Electrophysiological Approach to NMJ Disorders
PN

Dr. Pushpa Narayanswami

Assoc. Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School / BIDMC
Neuromuscular: Updates on the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis
UR

Dr. Ujjawal Roy

Senior Consultant Neurologist, Kolkata
Neuromuscular: Role of USG in Neuromuscular Diseases
SA

Dr. Suvarna Alladi

Professor & Head of Neurology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Dementia: Decoding Rapidly Progressing Dementia
HS

Dr. H. V. Srinivas

Senior Consultant Neurologist & Epileptologist, Bengaluru
Epilepsy: Misdiagnosis and Mismanagement of Epilepsy
PC

Dr. P. Satish Chandra

Former Director / Vice-Chancellor & Professor, NIMHANS
Epilepsy: Special Scenario: Epilepsy in Pregnancy
AR

Dr. Ashalata Radhakrishnan

Professor of Neurology & Comprehensive Epilepsy Care, SCTIMST
Epilepsy: Patient Selection for Epilepsy Surgery
PC

Dr. P. Sarat Chandra

Professor of Neurosurgery, AIIMS, New Delhi
Epilepsy: What Surgeons Want for Successful Epilepsy Surgery
MT

Dr. Manjari Tripathi

Professor & Head of Neurology, AIIMS, New Delhi
Epilepsy: Status Epilepticus: Recent Advances
DC

Dr. Debashish Choudhury

Director Professor & Head of Neurology, GIPMER, New Delhi
Headache: Recent Updates on Management of Headache Disorders
TM

Dr. Thomas Mathews

Senior Consultant Neurologist & Headache Specialist, Bengaluru
Headache: Substance Use Headache Disorders

Venue & Accommodation

Novotel Bhubaneswar

The 2nd NAO Conclave 2026 will be held at the prestigious Novotel Bhubaneswar, a premier 5-star hotel offering world-class conference facilities, modern amenities, and exceptional hospitality in the heart of the Temple City.

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Address

Novotel Bhubaneswar, Janpath Road, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 751007

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By Air

Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) β€” ~8 km, 20 min drive

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By Rail

Bhubaneswar Railway Station β€” ~5 km, 15 min drive

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By Road

Located on NH-16, well-connected to Cuttack (30 km) & Puri (60 km)

Our Sponsors

We are grateful to our sponsors for their generous support

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Sponsors Coming Soon

We will soon announce the generous partners supporting the 2nd NAO Conclave.

Contact Us

Conference Secretariat

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Dr. Soumya Ranjan Pradhan

Organizing Secretary

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Dr. Tanaya Mishra

Jt. Organising Secretary

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Address

Room No. 01, Dept. of Neurology,
Aditya Ashwini Hospital,
Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar – 751017