Events and Meetups

Dear fellow colleagues and students, 

I hope this message finds you well. This time International Dysphagia Conclave 2025, will be held at the NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru, from October 30 to November 1, 2025. 

The Conclave will feature a grand rounds theme with case discussions and didactics spread across three days, focusing on advancing clinical practice and research in dysphagia. We are inviting esteemed institutions, hospitals, and dedicated dysphagia clinics to submit case series/capsules for discussion on various topics, including but not limited to:

• Brainstem strokes

  • Cortical strokes/critical illness

  • Traumatic brain injury

  • Partial Laryngectomy/Laser excisions

  • Complex oral surgeries

  • Oropharyngeal irradiations

  • Motor-neuron disease/amyotropic lateral sclerosis

  • Parkinson’s, Parkinson’s plus, and disease

  • Pneumonia and infective etiologies

  • Drug-induced dyaphagia

  • Cerebral palsy

  • Hypersensitivity - Child psychiatric issues

  • Critical illness and hospitalization

  • Neurocognitive disorders

  • Psychogenic dysphagia

  • Trauma & Iatrogenic conditions

  • Post intubation dysphagia

  • Failure to thrive

  • Cleft lip and palate

  • Last mile rehabilitation

  • Esophageal motility disorders

  • Corrosive strictures

While some of the submissions are already done, we would like to showcase every case that comes our way. This is not a research presentation. This is focused on case discussions. 

Submission Guidelines:

• Format: Case capsules should include a brief and relevant case history, diagnostic findings, clinical decision-making, management strategies, and challenges with discussion points. Further communication on the format will follow. 

• Topics: Proposals should align with dysphagia-related clinical practice themes.

• Submission Deadline: July 15, 2025.

• Submission Process: Email your proposal as a PDF attachment to info@slpquest.com line “Case Capsule Submission – IDC 2025.”

• Selection: Selected cases will be featured in grand round discussions, with presenters invited to lead sessions and collaborate with global experts.

This is a unique opportunity to showcase your institution’s expertise, contribute to the global discourse on dysphagia, and network with leading professionals in the field. Accepted submissions will be acknowledged by 1 August, 2025, with further details on presentation format and scheduling.

For queries or to confirm your participation, please contact Prasanna S Hegde, and prasannash88@gmail.com/9880934273. Additional details about the Conclave, including registration and program updates are available at www.slpquest.com/idc2025.

We look forward to your valuable contribution to making the International Dysphagia Conclave 2025 a landmark event in advancing dysphagia care.

Warm regards,

International Dysphagia Conclave 2025NIMHANS, Bengaluruwww.slpquest.com | 9880934273