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CAHO

A not-for-profit body representing healthcare institutions, diagnostic centres and quality professionals with an overarching aim to promote patient safety through better training for hospital staff, quality through communication skills for the healthcare professional and accreditation in healthcare ecosystem. Our aim is to systematically infuse & spread the message of quality in healthcare at the grassroot level so as to develop a culture of safety in healthcare organizations. We as an association of healthcare institutions, diagnostics centres and individuals pool our resources for achieving the common goals of promoting quality, patient safety and accreditation.

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CAHOSAKCON 2025

CAHOSAKCON is the flagship initiative of the CAHO Student Engagement Committee. As India’s premier platform for aspiring healthcare professionals, it provides a vibrant space for students across disciplines to learn, connect, and showcase their ideas.

Bringing together students, faculty, and industry leaders, the conference features expert talks, interactive sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and competitive submissions. Participants gain valuable knowledge, develop essential skills, and engage in meaningful dialogue on healthcare practices, leadership, quality, and innovation.

Designed to inspire and empower the next generation, CAHOSAKCON nurtures leadership, fosters innovation, and cultivates a culture of patient safety and quality. It prepares students to contribute meaningfully to the evolving healthcare ecosystem and supports their journey towards becoming the healthcare leaders of tomorrow.

CAHO Student Engagement Committee

The CAHO Student Engagement Committee (SEC) is committed to building awareness, knowledge, and competencies among students in the fields of patient safety, quality assurance, and healthcare excellence. In alignment with CAHO’s mission to foster a culture of quality in healthcare, the committee serves as a dynamic platform for learning, leadership, collaboration, and career development. By engaging students from diverse healthcare disciplines, the SEC strives to nurture the next generation of healthcare professionals to become future champions of patient safety, quality improvement, and continuous improvement in the healthcare ecosystem.

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Organizing Committee

Core Committee

  • Dr. Vijay Agarwal

    President

    Executive Committee, CAHO

  • Dr. Lallu Joseph

    Secretary General

    Executive Committee, CAHO

  • Dr. Vijaya Rudraraju

    Professor & Principal
    AIHA, Hyderabad

    Organizing Chairperson, CAHOSAKCON 2025

  • Dr Krishna Kartheek

    Assistant Professor
    AIHA, Hyderabad

    Organizing Co-Chairperson, CAHOSAKCON 2025

  • Dr Amitha Marla

    Director Medical Administration
    A J Hospital & Research Centre, Mangalore

    Chairperson, CAHO-SEC

  • Dr Usha Manjunath

    Professor - Director
    Institute of Health Management Research, Bangaloree

    Chairperson, CAHO-SEC