Recognising Excellence in Surgical Science
UPASI honours distinguished contributions to surgical education, practice and leadership through prestigious orations, endowment lectures and fellowships.
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Instituted Orations
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Endowment Lecture
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Awards & Fellowships
UPASI has instituted the following orations in memory of distinguished surgical pioneers who shaped surgery in Uttar Pradesh and across India.
Instituted in honour of Dr. SC Misra, a pioneering figure in surgical practice who made outstanding contributions to the advancement of surgery in Uttar Pradesh.
A memorial oration established to perpetuate the memory of Dr. NC Misra and to encourage scholarly discourse on contemporary surgical subjects.
Instituted in honour of Dr. HS Asopa, celebrating excellence in surgical innovation and the spirit of continuous learning in the surgical fraternity.
Named after Dr. VS Rajput, this oration recognises distinguished contribution to surgical sciences and inspires future generations of surgeons.
Established to honour Dr. Rama Kant's legacy and significant contributions to surgical education, practice and leadership across the region.
The Dr. AK Khanna Endowment Lecture is a prestigious platform that brings together eminent surgical minds to share knowledge, experience and vision for the future of surgery. This lecture series is a cornerstone of the UPASI academic calendar.
UPASI is very keen to recognise merit, encourage younger members and provide platforms for participation in professional conferences. The following honours are conferred annually.
Recognises a distinguished senior surgical teacher who has made exceptional contributions to surgical education and mentorship over a sustained career.
Celebrates an outstanding young surgeon who has demonstrated exceptional teaching skills and a commitment to nurturing the next generation of surgeons.
Enables senior surgical teachers to travel and participate in national or international surgical conferences, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration.
The highest honour conferred by UPASI, recognising a lifetime of exemplary service, dedication and outstanding contribution to surgical practice and education.
Awarded to the UPASI city chapter that has demonstrated outstanding organisational excellence, academic activities and member engagement during the year.
Provides rural-based surgeons the opportunity to travel and participate in major surgical conferences, bridging the gap between urban and rural surgical practice.
UPASI invites nominations for all orations, lectures and awards annually. Applications must be submitted with supporting documents as per the specific guidelines for each honour. Nominations are reviewed by the UPASI Executive Committee.
Read the eligibility criteria and rules for the specific oration or award you are applying for.
Compile required supporting documents including CV, certificates and nomination letters.
Submit your completed application with all required documents to the UPASI Secretariat before the deadline.
Winners are announced and awarded at the annual UPASICON conference each year.
Download the official eligibility criteria and application guidelines for each award category.
Common Guidelines for Oration
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Guidelines for Life Time Achievement Award
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Guidelines — Eminent Senior Surgical Teacher Award
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Guidelines — Senior Teacher Travelling Fellowship
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Guidelines — Young Outstanding Surgical Teacher Award
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Best City Chapter Award — Rules & Regulations
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Application Deadline
Nominations for all orations and awards must be submitted by 31 March of the current year. Late applications are not entertained.
Submit Your Nomination
Know a surgeon who exemplifies excellence in surgical teaching, innovation or service? Nominate them for a UPASI oration or award. Nominations are open to all UPASI members.
