Uveitis Society of India & Awadh Ophthalmological Society

National
Summer CME
2026

Organized by Uveitis Society of India (USI) & Awadh Ophthalmological Society (AOS)

April
Dates 18 – 19 April 2026
Venue SGPGI, Lucknow
City The City of Nawabs
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About the Event

Where Uveitis
Expertise Meets
Innovation

The National Summer CME is a landmark continuing medical education event jointly organised by the Uveitis Society of India (USI) and the Awadh Ophthalmological Society, bringing together the finest minds in uveitis management for two intensive days of learning, dialogue, and discovery.

Set against the regal backdrop of Lucknow — India's city of culture, cuisine, and Nawabi grace — this CME promises not only world-class ophthalmological education but also an unforgettable experience of Awadhi hospitality.

The event features expert lectures, live case discussions, panel debates, and for the first time ever — a dedicated Rheumatology Workshop for the Uveitis Specialist.

2
Full Days of Education
∞
Networking Opportunities
18 – 19 April 2026 LUCKNOW · INDIA SGPGI CAMPUS
Programme

Conference Schedule

Two days of intensive, practice-transforming case-based discussions, workshops, and interactive panels.

🕤 Morning 9:30 AM  —  Rheumatology Workshop for the Uveitis Specialist  ·  Includes working Lunch for Workshop Participants
First Day session starts from 12:45 PM
Session 1 — Fire Within: Autoimmune Uveitis
Relentless Intermediate Uveitis
Dr. Aditya Patil
Case
Refractory Necrotizing Scleritis in Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
Abhilasha Baharani
Case
Between Two Lives: Managing VKH in Pregnancy
Dr. Bikramjit P Pal
Case
The Two-Hit Hypothesis: A Tale of Sympathetic Ophthalmia
Dr. Deepthi S Prasad
Case
Beyond Joints and Kidneys: Lupus and the Retina
Dr. Eesha Shukla-Gokhale
Case
Skin Flare, Eye Scare
Dr. Mauli Shah
Rapid Fire
Double Trouble in the Sclera: RA with ANCA Vasculitis
Dr. Gyanmani Pandey
Rapid Fire
☕  Coffee Break
Session 2 — Bugs, Blood & Beyond
When Treatment Turns Threat: ARN in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr. Anshukita
Case
A Usual Guest's Detour
Dr. Fathima Fahima A
Case
The Cost of Control: CMV Retinitis in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr. Navneet Mehrotra
Case
A Diagnostic Dilemma: A Challenging Case of Infective Multifocal Choroiditis
Dr. Sanjana Vinod
Case
To Prophylax or Not? Recurrent Ocular Toxoplasmosis in High-Risk Eyes
Dr. Vansh Bagla
Case
Paradoxical Worsening in Tubercular Sclerochoroiditis with Serpiginous-Like Choroiditis
Dr. Samreen Mehfooz
Case
Vitritis Rebel: Defying Classic Ocular Histoplasmosis
Dr. Nistha Singh
Case
Bilateral Granular CMV Retinitis in Systemic Sclerosis on Long-Term Immunosuppression
Dr. Mayuri Phatak
Rapid Fire
Retinal Neovascularization Secondary to Post-Fever Retinitis
Dr. Shimali Patle
Rapid Fire
Choroidal Tuberculoma Presenting as a Solitary Sub-Retinal Mass: A Diagnostic Challenge
Dr. Harpreet Singh
Rapid Fire
Back to Basics: Trusting the Eye Over the Reports
Dr. Samyak Mulkutkar
Rapid Fire
✦  Inauguration of the Meeting & Release of USI Newsletter  —  Details Coming Soon
Session 3 — Not What It Seems
The Steroid Trap
Dr. Arshee Ahmed
Case
Not All That Looks Viral Is Viral
Dr. Fazal Mohd Khan
Case
When Uveitis Isn't Uveitis
Dr. Nida Khan
Case
Granuloma, Melanoma or Scleritis?
Dr. Subham Sinha Roy
Case
When the Fluid Settles but the Story Continues
Dr. Priyanka Gupta
Case
A Flash of Lightning, A Wave of Inflammation
Dr. Alok Ranjan
Rapid Fire
The Metabolomics Edge in Granulomatous Uveitis
Dr. Latika Tandon
Rapid Fire
When VKH isn't VKH
Dr. Tripti Kauntia
Rapid Fire
🕘 9:00 AM onwards
Session 4 — Zebras in Clinic
A Venomous Turn: Story of Ocular Turbulence
Dr. Ahana Sen
Case
From Fire to Fade: A Case of Uveitis and Retinal Degeneration
Dr. Fidha Shirin
Case
A Relentless Descent: Bilateral T-Cell Vitreoretinal Lymphoma
Dr. Namitha Rachel Mathew
Case
Taming the Unknown — Vitrectomy for Fulminant Exudative Retinal Detachment
Dr. Saarang Hansraj
Case
From TB to Behçet's — Look Beyond the Obvious
Dr. Mayur Morekar
Case
Rosai-Dorfman Disease
Dr. Sara Rizvi
Rapid Fire
The Ischaemic Cascade: From Vasculitis to NVG
Dr. Hiteshi Jain
Rapid Fire
The Case That Didn't Fit
Dr. Nitin Kumar
Rapid Fire
Session 5 — Pediatric Puzzle
Unmasking the Monster: ARN After Ozurdex
Dr. Rakshita Deepak Kene
Case
Early-Onset Uveitis with Arthritis: Unmasking Blau Syndrome
Dr. Aishwari Revankar
Case
Blau Syndrome: A Tale of Two Siblings
Dr. Medha Rai
Case
Neoadjuvant Cyclophosphamide Enabling Adalimumab De-escalation in Juvenile Ocular Behçet's Disease
Dr. Gaurav Kohli
Case
When Hypopyon Tells a Different Story
Dr. Mese Mero
Rapid Fire
Leukemic Infiltration Mimicking CMV Retinitis
Dr. Mukesh Jain
Rapid Fire
🍽️  Lunch
✦  Case Corridor  —  View all poster cases below ↓
Case Presentations

Case Corridor

First of its kind — a physical display of challenging uveitis cases presented as curated academic posters. Browse the most intriguing clinical conundrums from across India.

Case Corridor · National Summer CME 2026
Participant Booklet
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19 April 2026  ·  SGPGI Lucknow

✦ For the First Time Ever

Rheumatology Workshop
for the Uveitis Specialist

The Uveitis Society of India proudly presents an exclusive Rheumatology Workshop designed by Uveitis Specialists for Uveitis Specialists — a focused, clinician-oriented programme led by eminent rheumatologists.

Unlike conventional combined meetings, this workshop is tailored specifically to the needs of ophthalmologists managing uveitis, addressing real-world diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas at the uveitis–rheumatology interface.

Workshop Fee ₹1,000 Additional on Registration
3 hrsDuration
9:30 AMOnwards
Day 118 April
Add Workshop to Registration →

"Questions This Workshop Will Answer…"

  • How to distinguish eye-limited uveitis from systemic rheumatic disease?
  • Clinical red flags that should prompt rheumatologic evaluation
  • Reliably identifying inflammatory joint pain in uveitis patients
  • Which systemic symptoms (skin, gut, neurologic) are most relevant?
  • When to target investigations rather than cast a wide net
  • When does HLA-B27 testing truly add clinical value?
  • How to interpret ANA and other autoimmune markers in practice
  • Managing classic ocular phenotypes without systemic disease
  • Principles and pitfalls of immunosuppressive therapy in uveitis
  • Building a safe ophthalmologist–rheumatologist shared-care model
Workshop Faculty
Dr. Vikas Agarwal
Dr. Vikas Agarwal
Chief Instructor
Professor
Dept. of Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
SGPGIMS Lucknow
Dr. Geeta Rai
Dr. Geeta Rai
Co-Instructor
Professor
Dept. of Molecular & Human Genetics
Institute of Science, BHU, Varanasi
Dr. Swapnil Jagtap
Dr. Swapnil Jagtap
Co-Instructor
Asst. Professor
Dept. of Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
SGPGIMS Lucknow
Dr. Lakshmi M.R
Dr. Lakshmi M.R
Co-Instructor
Asst. Professor
Dept. of Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology
SGPGIMS Lucknow
Meet the Team

Organizers

The dedicated team of ophthalmologists and specialists bringing this landmark CME to life.

Organising Committee
Dr. Vikas Kanaujia
Dr. Vikas Kanaujia
Organising Secretary
Prof & Head, Dept. of Ophthalmology
SGPGI Lucknow
Dr. Vijay Pratap Singh Tomar
Dr. Vijay Pratap Singh Tomar
Co-Organising Secretary
Professor & Head, ASMC, Hardoi
Dr. Prabhat Ranjan
Dr. Prabhat Ranjan
Executive Member
VR & Uvea Specialist
Lucknow
Dr. Vishal Katiyar
Dr. Vishal Katiyar
Executive Member
Professor, Dept. of Ophthalmology
KGMC Lucknow
Dr. Samreen Mehfooz
Dr. Samreen Mehfooz
Executive Member
Uvea Specialist
Lucknow
Dr. Ankita
Dr. Ankita
Executive Member
Asst. Prof., Dept. of Ophthalmology
SGPGI Lucknow
Awadh Ophthalmological Society
Dr. Sudhir Srivastva
Dr. Sudhir Srivastva
President
Awadh Ophthalmological Society
Dr. Amit Agarwal
Dr. Amit Agarwal
Secretary
Awadh Ophthalmological Society
Registration

Secure Your Place

Limited seats available. Register early to avail the best rates and ensure inclusion in all sessions.

USI Member
CME Only
₹2,000
All taxes included
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
Register — ₹2,000
USI Member · Best Value
CME + Rheumatology Workshop
₹3,000
CME + Rheumatology Workshop
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
  • ✦ Exclusive Rheumatology Workshop
Register — ₹3,000
Non-USI Member
CME Only
₹2,500
All taxes included
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
Register — ₹2,500
Non-USI Member · Recommended
CME + Rheumatology Workshop
₹3,500
Workshop included (save by joining USI!)
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
  • ✦ Exclusive Rheumatology Workshop
Register — ₹3,500

💡 Consider joining the Uveitis Society of India (USI) to access member rates and year-round benefits.

Resident / PG Student
CME Only
₹1,000
Most affordable rate · All taxes included
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
Register — ₹1,000
Resident / PG Student · Best Value
CME + Rheumatology Workshop
₹2,000
Rheumatology workshop included
  • Full 2-day conference access
  • CME credit hours
  • Conference kit & materials
  • All meals & refreshments
  • ✦ Exclusive Rheumatology Workshop
Register — ₹2,000

🎓 Valid institution ID / residency certificate may be required at the venue for verification.

All Rates at a Glance
CategoryCME OnlyCME + Workshop
USI Member₹2,000₹3,000
Non-USI Member₹2,500₹3,500
Resident / PG₹1,000₹2,000

Organised by Uveitis Society of India (USI) & Awadh Ophthalmological Society (AOS)  ·  All prices in INR

Beyond the Conference Hall

Explore the City of Nawabs

Lucknow is more than a venue — it is a living museum of Mughal grandeur, British legacy, and vibrant contemporary culture. Make the most of your visit.

Heritage Monument • Must Visit
Bara Imambara
An 18th-century architectural marvel with the famous bhool-bhulaiya labyrinth and the world's largest unsupported arched hall. ~25 min from SGPGI.
Shopping & Dining
Hazratganj
The heart of Lucknow — tree-lined promenade with boutiques, cafes, and Lucknowi culture at every step. ~20 min from SGPGI.
Colonial Heritage
The Residency
Evocative British-era ruins with an on-site museum chronicling the 1857 Uprising. ~30 min from SGPGI.
Day Trip • Sacred Cities
Ayodhya & Naimisharanya
Holy pilgrim cities with magnificent temples — ideal for a day excursion. Ayodhya: ~130 km; Naimisharanya: ~95 km.
Park & Memorial
Begum Hazrat Mahal Park
Serene historical park honouring the legendary Begum who led resistance in 1857. ~35 min from SGPGI.
Monumental Park & Gallery
Ambedkar Memorial Park & Hussainabad Picture Gallery
Striking monumental park with marble sculptures honouring Dr. Ambedkar, plus a 19th-century art gallery with rare royal portraits. ~30–35 min from SGPGI.
Awadhi Gastronomy

Eat Like a Nawab

Lucknow's cuisine is its soul — slow-cooked dum biryanis, melt-off-the-bone galouti kebabs, and piping kulche nihari at dawn. These are the addresses you must not miss.

Tunday Kabab
📍 Chowk, Old Lucknow
Legendary galouti kebab joint, over 100 years old. The melt-in-mouth patties with paratha are Lucknow's most iconic dish. Arrive early — sells out fast.
Mubeen's Kulche Nihari
📍 Chowk, Old Lucknow
An early-morning ritual for locals — slow-stewed nihari with fluffy kulche, best consumed before 8 AM. A bucket-list breakfast in Lucknow.
Aslam Biryani
📍 Daliganj
Fragrant Awadhi dum biryani that has gained cult status among biryani enthusiasts — whole spices, aged basmati, and a secret masala blend passed down through generations.
Al-Barkhas Arabic Restaurant
📍 Alhganj
Unexpected Arabic-Awadhi fusion popular with foodies — generous mandi platters and mutton mansaf. A hidden gem with a loyal following.
Royal Café & Sharmi Ji Ki Chai
📍 Hazratganj
The classic Hazratganj café experience. Royal Café for old-school snacks and chicken rolls; Sharmi Ji for the most talked-about chai in the city — the perfect evening ritual.
Dastarkhwan Restaurant
📍 Multiple locations
The city's most beloved restaurant chain — the chicken masala and seekh kebab here are benchmark dishes. Comfortable seating, great for groups after a long conference day.

🌟 Hidden Gems & Dessert Trails

Prakash Ki Famous KulfiOld Lucknow — creamy, grainy kulfi in earthen pots; the only proper ending to an Awadhi meal.
Alamgir's Band Gosht & Rogan JoshA dum-cooked sealed handi experience unlike any other — order in advance.
Chikan Embroidery Market, ChowkNot food, but Lucknow's other great art — pick up authentic chikan kurtas while in Chowk.
Rehman's Biryani, YahyaganjUnder the radar, but regulars insist this is the truest Awadhi dum biryani in the city.
Makkhan Malai (Seasonal)Winter mornings only — whipped milk froth dessert available near Akbari Gate. Worth waking up for.
Sheermal & Warqi Paratha, ChowkSaffron flatbreads from royal Lucknowi bakeries — buy them fresh from early-morning ovens.
Accommodation

Hotels Near SGPGI

A curated selection of hotels within easy reach of the conference venue on Raibareli Road, Lucknow.

Budget
Hotel Cosmos
🚗~5 min from SGPGI · Raibareli Road Area
Single Occupancy₹1,700+ taxes
Double Occupancy₹2,500+ taxes
WiFiAC RoomsRestaurant
📞 +91 99842 99992
Mid-Range
Hotel Kahlon
🚗~8 min from SGPGI · Raibareli Road Corridor
Single Occupancy₹3,000+ taxes
Double Occupancy₹3,500+ taxes
WiFiAC Rooms24hr ReceptionParking
📞 +91 73111 58666
Premium
Mercure Lucknow
🚗~12 min from SGPGI · Raibareli Road
Single Occupancy₹5,000+ taxes
Double Occupancy₹5,600+ taxes
WiFiAC RoomsRestaurantGymBar
📞 +91 91510 79427
Mid-Range
Savotel
🚗~10 min from SGPGI · Vibhuti Khand Area
Single Occupancy₹3,800+ taxes
Double Occupancy₹5,000+ taxes
WiFiAC RoomsRestaurantBanquet
📞 +91 92363 86001
Premium
Hotel Damson Plum
🚗~10 min from SGPGI · Raibareli Road
Single Occupancy₹4,200+ taxes
Double Occupancy₹5,000+ taxes
WiFiAC RoomsRestaurantBreakfast
📞 +91 91519 15182
Getting Around Lucknow

✈️ Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport
~30–40 min from SGPGI by cab

🚂 Lucknow Railway Stations
Lucknow Jn / Charbagh: ~25–35 min from SGPGI

🚖 Recommended Transport
Rapido/Ola/Uber widely available. Auto-rickshaws for Old City.

📍 Conference Venue Address
SGPGI, Raibareli Road, Lucknow – 226014

Contact & Venue

Get in Touch

Conference Venue

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Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI)Raibareli Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226014, India

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Event Dates18–19 April 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)

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About SGPGIOne of India's premier postgraduate medical institutes, recognised for excellence in research, education, and patient care. The institute hosts a world-class ophthalmology department with dedicated uveitis services.

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NavigationGoogle Maps: "SGPGI Lucknow" | Located on Raibareli Road, ~12 km from city centre, ~35 km from airport

Quick Links & Contacts

  • Registration Queriescme@uveasociety.org
  • Workshop BookingsContact organising committee for Rheumatology Workshop add-on
  • General Enquiriessecretary@uveasociety.org
  • Organising SocietiesUveitis Society of India (USI)
    Awadh Ophthalmological Society (AOS)