Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA), Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar, is a premier institution recognized for excellence in education, research, and healthcare. Accredited with the highest grades by national regulatory bodies, SOA has emerged as a center of academic distinction, innovation, and societal impact, attracting students and faculty from across India and abroad.
At the heart of SOA’s healthcare mission is the Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital (IMS & SUM Hospital)—one of the leading tertiary care teaching hospitals in eastern India. Equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, advanced diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, and a strong multidisciplinary team, the hospital delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care across a wide range of specialties.
The institution places strong emphasis on ethical practice, academic excellence, clinical research, and compassionate healthcare delivery, including pain management and palliative care services. With its robust academic environment, experienced faculty, and commitment to holistic healing, IMS & SUM Hospital serves as an ideal host for a national forum dedicated to pain medicine and palliative care.
Together, SOA University and IMS & SUM Hospital provide a dynamic platform for learning, innovation, and collaboration, making them a fitting and proud host for this National Pain Conference in Bhubaneswar.
The Department of Pain & Palliative Care at IMS & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar, is dedicated to delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and evidence-based care for patients experiencing pain and serious illness. The department focuses on improving quality of life through meticulous pain control, symptom management, and holistic support for patients and their families.
The department provides multidisciplinary services encompassing acute and chronic pain management, cancer pain relief, interventional pain procedures, palliative care for life-limiting illnesses, psychosocial support, and end-of-life care.
It is actively involved in education, training, research, and community engagement, contributing to capacity building in pain medicine and palliative care. Through academic initiatives, clinical excellence, and advocacy, the department strives to integrate palliative care into mainstream healthcare delivery.
Committed to excellence in clinical care and academic development, the IMS & SUM Department of Pain & Palliative Care stands as a center of healing, learning, and service—making it a proud contributor and host for this event.