Delhi's CK Birla Hospital Organizes DOSACON 2025 to Address Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Challenges
New Delhi: CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, in association with the Indian Association of Surgeons for Sleep Apnoea (IASSA) and the Indian Society for Sleep Research (ISSR), hosted DOSACON 2025, a conference focused on Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA). The event brought together pulmonologists, ENT specialists, neurologists, dentists, sleep medicine experts, researchers, industry leaders, and technology professionals from India and beyond.
Sleep disorders, including OSA, are increasingly recognized as public health concerns. A 2023 study by AIIMS estimated that nearly 104 million Indians could be affected by OSA, with a higher prevalence among individuals with obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. Limited awareness and access to diagnostic facilities contribute to underdiagnosis and lack of treatment.
DOSACON 2025 focused on advancements in sleep diagnostics, treatment options such as CPAP therapy and oral appliance therapy, a multidisciplinary approach to OSA management, the role of AI and technology in sleep medicine, and surgical interventions.
Speaking at the event, Dr Vikas Mittal, Director - Pulmonology, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, said: "OSA is a serious health risk linked to hypertension, stroke, diabetes, and accidents due to daytime sleepiness. DOSACON 2025 bridged the gap between research, clinical practice, and awareness. CK Birla Hospital remains committed to reducing the growing burden of sleep disorders in India."
Dr Jassimran Singh Bhatia, Consultant, ENT Department, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, said: "DOSACON 2025 has set the stage for a multidisciplinary approach to tackling OSA. This conference is not just about knowledge-sharing, but about driving actionable solutions to improve patient outcomes. There was a special session dedicated to describing various surgical approaches to treat sleep apnea patients."
Mr. Amit Sharma, Vice President and Unit Head, CK Birla Hospital, Delhi, added: "At CK Birla Hospital, we believe in integrating cutting-edge technology with a patient-first approach. DOSACON 2025 is a testament to our commitment to raising awareness and fostering collaboration among experts to enhance sleep disorder management. By bringing together specialists from different medical fields, we aim to set new benchmarks in the diagnosis and treatment of OSA, ensuring better healthcare outcomes for patients."
As Delhi hosted DOSACON for the first time, the event focused on collaboration and discussions around improving the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders in India.
Rishika Verma is a graduate from Delhi University. She joined Medical Dialogues in 2023. Her interest lies in reporting health news, hospital updates, health updates, medical case studies, and advancements in healthcare, etc.