21st Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

The 21st tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists took place on MAY 15th, 2024, with Dr. Anshika Pandey as the lead presenter. 21 CTCS participated.

Highlights:

1.     3 cases were discussed one presented by Dr.  Anshika Pandey and 2 by Dr. Mohammad Mustaffa.

a.     Dr. Anshika presented a case of a 38-year-old gentleman who had a relapse of tobacco. Initially, this patient was treated in the year 2021 but relapsed and has now successfully quit going cold turkey with sequential therapy. The patient has been given a TrisCaRe mouth-opening device.

b.     The patient had a mouth opening of 25 mm at the start but this increased to 30 mm within 10 days of quitting tobacco and regular use of TRISCARE – mouth opening device, the same increased to 40 mm over a period of 3 months on regular use of Triscare.

c.     Dr. @mustaffa mohammMustaffa presented a case of cancer of the tongue who received Radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The patient has severe trismus. He was treated initially for tobacco cessation and now is being treated for trismus with Triscare mouth-opening device.

d.     USE of triscare was discussed in detail. For patients with SMF and also for Patients with Cancer of Oral Cavity.

e.     Another patient with SMF and tobacco use was discussed. Dr Mustaffa showed a video of using hyaluronidase with Lignocaine and dexamethasone injection for the same. Nice inputs were provided by Dr Abhishek Bhadranna , Dr. Varsha B.K, Dr. ds aruna, Dr. Syeda Arshiya, and Dr. Suman Kharkwal.

f.      Dr. Abhisekh Bhadrana will provide a protocol for intra-lesional injection for SMF care.

g.     USE of Mechanical mouth opening device (#TRISCARE) was emphasized.

h.     Dr. Syeda Arshiya proposed doing a multi-arm trial to look for the efficacy of TRISCARE the mouth-opening device.

2.     Special Medication Pricing: Information about exclusive pricing for tobacco-related medications in clinic settings for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists was shared to enhance treatment accessibility.

3.      ICanCaRe in various forums: Through the extension of contacts and representations of our CTCS

Dr. Pawan Gupta conducted two ORAL ONCOLOGY CONNECT programs  – with a Dental specialist at Rampur on the 1st of May and another with Dental Specialists at Saharanpur on the 12th of May 2024. The Oral Oncology Connect program emphasizes oral cancer control through screening, tobacco cessation, and early diagnosis and treatment.

4.  Mrs. Sonal Bhatia and Dr. Pravesh Singh invite everyone to join SYNC-ENERGY, a holistic health approach by ICanCaRe completing six months.

·       Community Engagement and Advocacy: Emphasis was placed on self-promotion and advocating tobacco cessation in the community and among fellow healthcare professionals. The #advisequittobacco and save the youth campaign by ICanCaRe were focal points. Participating in the Educational Blogs and various ICanCaRe forums.

·       ICanCaRe Acknowledgment: Dr Pawan Gupta stressed the importance of CTCS acknowledging ICanCaRe in all presentations, online and offline. Dr. Pawan Gupta suggested that ICanCaRe will extend support in form of scholarships for any representations in various forums. Additionally, it was decided to create an ICanCaRe template for various occasions for our CTCS to use in their social media. Members requested a unified presentation for community outreach based on the SAVEtheYouth campaign.

The monthly ICanCaRe Academy Tutorial for CTCS was praised for providing a platform to discuss complex cases and find solutions for successful tobacco cessation. The program, held on the 15th  of each month 9-10 PM, encourages active participation. Those interested in submitting cases or obtaining further information can contact Dr. Mariya, Dr. Siddhi Hathiwala, Dr. Anshika, or Dr Abhishek Bhadranna. Aspiring CTCS professionals can explore the certification process at www.icancare.in/academy/ctcs.

Stay connected with ICanCaRe Academy on social media using #icancareacademy #icancaretutorial #icancare #siddhi #pawangupta #CTCS #icancare #mariya #anshikapandey #abhishekbhadranna #triscare #CTCStutorial

16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

Summary of the 16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

The 16th tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists took place on December 15, 2023, featuring Dr Abhishek Bhadranna Dr. Abhishek Bhadranna and Dr. Siddhi HathiwalaDr Dr. Siddhi as lead presenters. Notably, this marked the final tutorial of the year, attended by 24 CTCS professionals.

Agenda Highlights:

1. Community Engagement and Advocacy: Emphasis was placed on self-promotion and advocating tobacco cessation in the community and among fellow healthcare professionals. The advisequittobacco and save theyouth campaign by ICanCaRe were focal points.

2. Leadership Highlights: Dr Abhishek Bhadranna highlighted the recent activities of CTCS leaders, with special mention of Dr. Siddhi Hathiwala, @Dr. Surbhi Jindal, Dr Shikha Jindal Consultant Pulmonologist, SIPHER STRATEGIC Dr. Rakesh Gupta, Dr. Varsha B.K, and Dr Pawan Gupta

3. Clinical Case Presentation: Dr. Varsha B.K, presented a case involving a patient transitioning from smoking to chewing tobacco, with a resulting oral lesion. The team guided the approach using the ICanCaRe app, emphasizing the ABCD of tobacco cessation.

4. Special Medication Pricing: Information about exclusive pricing for tobacco-related medications in clinic settings for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists was shared to enhance treatment accessibility.

5. Professional Identity Building: Dr Abhishek Bhadranna demonstrated creating professional visiting cards using PowerPoint and Canva, encouraging participants to establish a robust identity in the field.

6. Educational Blogs: Dr Shikha Jindal Consultant Pulmonologist, discussed her blog on PRISm and its relevance to smokers, providing a link for further exploration.

7. ICanCaRe Acknowledgment: Dr Pawan Gupta stressed the importance of CTCS acknowledging ICanCaRe in all presentations, online and offline.

Additionally, it was decided to create an ICanCaRe template for visiting cards and a common PowerPoint for community presentations. Members requested a unified presentation for community outreach based on the SAVEtheYouth campaign.

The tutorial concluded with Mrs. Sonal inviting everyone to join SYNC-ENERGY, a holistic health approach by ICanCaRe completing six months. Dr. Siddhi delivered the vote of thanks.

Members’ Feedback:

The monthly ICanCaRe Academy Tutorial for CTCS was praised for providing a platform to discuss complex cases and find solutions for successful tobacco cessation. The program, held on the 16th of each month from 9-10 PM, encourages active participation. Those interested in submitting cases or obtaining further information can contact Dr. Mariya, Dr. Siddhi, Dr. Anshika, or Dr Abhishek Bhadranna. Aspiring CTCS professionals can explore the certification process at www.icancare.in/academy/ctcs.

Stay connected with ICanCaRe Academy on social media using #icancareacademy #icancaretutorial #icancare #siddhi #pawangupta #CTCS #icancare #mariya #anshikapandey #abhishekbhadranna.

16th ICanCaRe Tutorial for Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialists

ICanCaRe Academy invites Applications for the Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist Course Nov-Dec 2023

*ICanCaRe Academy* with its motto – *ENHANCE, EMPOWER, and EARN* invites applications for CERTIFIED TOBACCO CESSATION SPECIALISTS to empower you with a digitalized tobacco cessation protocol. You not only enhance your practice but you are also recognized in society and EARN fame and money.

The CTCS course is India’s First and only accredited course by *Gujarat University* and gives an in-depth understanding of tobacco and the intricacies of a successful quit program.
*Brochure* – https://www.icancare.in/assets/brochure/CTCS_Brochure.pdf

Enrolment for the NOV – DEC 2023 batch is now open

You can *REGISTER* and book your seat. http://www.icancare.in/Academy/ctcs


The *NOVEMBER – DECEMBER* CTCS course would commence on the 1st of NOVEMBER 2023 and would be for *8 consecutive WEDNESDAYS 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM*. Fees Rs. 21000/-

1. Register before 30.09.2023 and get a *15%* Early bird discount. You pay Rs. 17850/-. *Use coupon code CTCSSD15*
2. Register before 15.10.2023 and get a *10%* discount. You pay Rs.18900/- *Use coupon code CTCSSD10*
3. Group of 3. Register before 30.10.2023. Pay Rs. 50400/-
Please note that you can nominate one person at the same cost as a special gesture.
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For details and Registration – https://www.icancare.in/Academy/ctcs
*Brochure* – https://www.icancare.in/assets/brochure/CTCS_Brochure.pdf
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The *last date* for Registration is 20.10.2023
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For query –
*Dr. Anshika Pandey* (WA – 8383905605, anshika@icancare.in )
Mrs. Shruti Agrawal (Whatsapp:6309437912, Email: shruti@icancare.in)

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