Bangalore, December 2024 – The Private Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association (PHANA), a 24-year-old organization dedicated to the advancement of private healthcare, achieved a historic milestone as Dr. Shobha Prakash was officially appointed as the first woman President and her newly elected office bearers and EC for the 2025-2027 term . This significant achievement was announced during the 4th National Health Summit 2024, held on December 8, 2024, in Bangalore.
“As the President of PHANA, I am deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance, and innovation in healthcare. Ensuring that private hospitals, regardless of size, strictly adhere to fire safety norms—mandatory for license renewal under the Karnataka Private Medical Establishments (KPME) Act—is crucial for building trust and ensuring patient safety.
At the heart of my leadership is a commitment to fostering unity in diversity. PHANA represents healthcare establishments of varying sizes and specialties, and I believe that by uniting these diverse stakeholders, we can collectively strengthen the foundation of our healthcare system. Together, we will create a collaborative and inclusive ecosystem that drives progress and ensures high-quality, patient-centric care for all.”
Transforming “Small Hospitals to Smart Hospitals” personalised care with adoption of technology and collaboration with professionals and to improve the quality healthcare at an affordable cost
The summit’s theme, “Small Hospitals to Smart Hospitals,” resonated throughout the event, with a focus on integrating technology into smaller healthcare establishments to revolutionize patient care and operational workflows.
Dr. Govindaiah Yathish, Outgoing President, PHANA “As I pass the baton to Dr. Shobha Prakash, I am filled with confidence in her vision and leadership. Her dedication to innovation, inclusivity, and patient safety will undoubtedly steer PHANA into a transformative phase. I look forward to witnessing the continued progress of our association under her capable guidance, as we work collectively towards advancing healthcare standards for the benefit of all.”
Event Highlights
The summit featured a variety of engaging sessions and discussions, including:
- Scientific Sessions: Insights into healthcare efficiency and customer-centric strategies.
- Panels on Key Topics:
- Health insurance in India.
- Legal issues affecting healthcare providers.
- Media relations in the healthcare industry.
- Hospital Infection Control (HIC): Strategies to ensure patient safety and quality standards.
- Annual General Meeting (AGM): An interactive forum for PHANA members to deliberate on pressing issues.
The valedictory function brought together esteemed dignitaries:
- Chief Guest: Sri Dinesh Gundu Rao, Honorable Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Karnataka.
- Guests of Honor:
- Dr. Devi Shetty, Chairman, Narayana Health.
- Dr. Sharan Patil, Sparsh Hospitals.
- Mr. Dilip Jose, Managing Director, Manipal Hospitals.
- Dr. Manish mattoo, CEO, Apollo Hospitals.
- Sri D.V. Venkatachalapathi, MeditelHealth.
- Dr. PC Reddy, founder chairman, Apollo Hospitals
- Felicitation to Dr. Prasanna HM
This landmark event underscored PHANA’s role as a catalyst for change, fostering collaboration and innovation to elevate healthcare standards across Karnataka and beyond.
Let us celebrate this historic achievement and work together to shape a safer, smarter, and more inclusive healthcare system.
