By: IPP Bureau
Last updated : July 10, 2026 12:00 pm
The two-day national training programme is designed to enhance the capabilities of young cardiologists and super-specialty trainees by providing advanced training in complex coronary interventions
The Department of Cardiology at AIIMS Patna, in collaboration with the Terumo India Skill Lab (TISL), has launched the inaugural edition of MASTR KAIZEN (Masterclass in Advanced Stent Techniques and Reconstruction) on 8–9 July 2026 at AIIMS Patna.
The two-day national training programme is designed to enhance the capabilities of young cardiologists and super-specialty trainees by providing advanced training in complex coronary interventions through a blend of live demonstrations, expert-led lectures, case-based discussions, and simulation-based learning.
Simulation-based training is emerging as a transformative approach in medical education, enabling clinicians to practice complex interventional procedures on high-fidelity simulators before performing them in real-world clinical settings.
This hands-on methodology allows participants to repeatedly refine technical skills, strengthen procedural planning and decision-making, and gain confidence in a safe, controlled environment.
The inaugural MASTR KAIZEN programme focuses on Advanced Bifurcation and Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)—two of the most technically demanding areas in interventional cardiology.
Participants receive comprehensive training in advanced stenting techniques, intravascular imaging, procedural planning, and complication management through an integrated curriculum that combines expert instruction with simulator-assisted practice.
The programme also offers valuable international exposure by facilitating direct interaction with globally renowned faculty, enabling participants to learn contemporary procedural techniques and globally accepted best practices in complex coronary interventions.
The inaugural programme is being held under the chief patronage of Prof. (Brig.) Dr. Raju Agarwal, Executive Director, AIIMS Patna, while Dr. Bhanu Duggal, Professor of Cardiology and Vice Chancellor of HNB Uttarakhand Medical University, attended as the Chief Guest.
The academic programme is jointly led by Dr. Kenichiro Shimoji, an internationally acclaimed interventional cardiologist from Japan, and Dr. Anupam Bhambhani, Head of the Department of Cardiology at AIIMS Patna. Their collaboration reflects a unique academic partnership aimed at bringing global expertise and advanced procedural training to India's next generation of interventional cardiologists.
Shishir Agarwal, President & Managing Director, Terumo India, said, "Our mission of Contributing to Society through Healthcare is reflected in our commitment to improving patient outcomes. Through initiatives like MASTR KAIZEN, we aim to equip the next generation of cardiologists with globally benchmarked procedural skills and support the advancement of high-quality, patient-centred cardiovascular care in India."
Prof. (Brig.) Dr. Raju Agarwal said, "Simulation-based education is redefining the future of medical training. By enabling young cardiologists to master complex procedures on advanced simulators before entering the catheterization laboratory, we are enhancing both clinical competence and patient safety."
Dr. Anupam Bhambhani, Organizing Chairman of MASTR KAIZEN and Head of the Department of Cardiology at AIIMS Patna, said, “Simulation-based training helps young cardiologists refine technical skills, strengthen procedural decision-making, and develop the ability to recognize and manage complications in a completely risk-free environment. By building competence and confidence before entering the catheterization laboratory, this approach significantly enhances patient safety while preparing clinicians to achieve better patient outcomes," he said.
Dr. Anudeep Sandhu, Director – Medical Affairs and Clinical Affairs at Terumo India, said, "The Terumo India Skill Lab is committed to equipping healthcare professionals with the advanced procedural skills required to manage increasingly complex cardiovascular interventions. Our education and training programmes are designed to address the growing need for specialized clinical competency as complex percutaneous coronary interventions become an integral part of contemporary cardiac care."