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NATIONAL INITIATIVE ON SNAKEBITE ENVENOMATION:
STRENGTHENING INDIA'S MEDICAL RESPONSE
National Initiative on Snakebite Envenomation: Strengthening India's Medical Response
Snake bite management Certification (SBMC)
Snakebite envenomation continues to be one of the most neglected yet critical public health challenges in India, contributing significantly to the country's preventable mortality and long-term morbidity—especially in rural and underserved regions. This national training initiative, developed in partnership with the Government of India, aims to equip healthcare professionals across the country with the skills, knowledge, and tools required to effectively combat the burden of snakebite envenomation. The course offers a deep dive into the epidemiology of snakebite in India, exploring high-risk populations, ecological and geographic influences, and the systemic gaps that lead to delayed or inadequate care.
It also provides scientific grounding through modules covering the molecular, biochemical, and immunological characteristics of venom and their clinical implications. Designed for frontline clinicians, emergency responders, community health workers, and public health officials, the program integrates expert-led lectures, interactive case-based discussions, and practical modules. Real-world insights and experience-sharing from leading toxicologists and emergency care specialists will further enhance the learning process. By the end of this training, participants will be better prepared to diagnose, manage, and respond to snakebite cases—contributing meaningfully to India's national efforts in reducing snakebite-related deaths and disabilities.
This nationally driven training initiative aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills to improve snakebite diagnosis and management in India. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand and distinguish between venomous and non-venomous snakes commonly found across India.
Recognize the various clinical effects of different types of snake venom and differentiate their presentations in patients.
Learn and demonstrate evidence-based pre-hospital first aid measures to be administered immediately after a snakebite.
Develop competency in administering antivenom, managing snakebite complications, and addressing potential adverse drug reactions effectively.
Gain insights into the production, selection, storage, and rational use of antivenoms.
Appropriately select and administer antibiotics and supportive care for snakebite victims.
DR. JOSEPH K JOSEPH MD, DNB
Senior Consultant Physician,& Nephrologist Little Flower Hospital, Angamaly
Dr. Joseph K. Joseph is a Senior Consultant Physician and Nephrologist at Little Flower Hospital, Angamaly, with expertise in snakebite management, tropical nephrology, and hypertension. He is the lead author of India’s national consensus statement on venomous snakebite management and has contributed influential research and lectures at national and international medical forums
DR. DAYAL BANDHU MAJUMDAR
Snakebite Trainer of Kolkata Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre
Dr. Dayal Bandhu Majumdar is a senior physician who retired as Senior Medical Officer from Calcutta National Medical College Hospital in 2024. Since 2012, he has served as a West Bengal State Resource Person for snakebite training and contributed nationally as Technical Advisor to the Indian Council of Medical Research and Task Force Member for the 2016 National Snakebite Treatment Guidelines.
DR. SADANAND RAUT
M.B.B.S. M.D. (Gen. Med.) Consultant Physician, Cardiologist, Toxinologist
Dr. Sadanand Raut is a senior Consultant Physician, Cardiologist, and Toxinologist with over 37 years of experience and Founder of Vighnahar Nursing Home, Narayangaon, Pune. He treated 12,000+ snakebite victims, serves as a WHO Roster Expert on Snakebite Envenoming, and led the “Mission – Zero Snakebite Death” programme, earning the Arogya Ratna Award (2023).
DR. DHIRUBHAH C. PATEL
MS (General Surgery)
Dr. Dhirubhai C. Patel is a senior clinician with over 40 years of experience in emergency medicine, toxicology, and snakebite management and Founder of Shree Sainath Surgical and Maternity Hospital, Dharampur. He treated 21,400+ snakebite patients with ~99% success and received honours from the Government of Gujarat and the Limca Book of Records.
DR. OMESH KUMAR BHARTI
MBBS, MAE (Applied Epidemiology), MPH
Dr. Omesh Kumar Bharti is a senior public health expert and epidemiologist, honoured with the Padma Shri (2019) for contributions to rabies prevention in India. He serves as State Epidemiologist, Shimla, contributed to national and WHO-linked rabies and snakebite policies, and pioneered low-cost intra-dermal rabies vaccination in India.
DR. JAIDEEP C. MENON
M.B.B.S. M.D. (Gen. Med.) Consultant Physician, Cardiologist, Toxinologist
Dr. Jaideep C. Menon is Associate Dean–Research and Consultant in Adult Cardiology and Public Health at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, with 26+ years of experience. He leads the ENDIRA cohort (>100,000 participants) and heads the ICMR National Task Force and Centre of Excellence on snakebite at AIMS, Kochi.
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Enhance your knowledge and strengthen your clinical skills through comprehensive learning in snakebite management and public health practices. Upon successful completion, a certification acknowledging your achievement will be mailed directly to your registered email address.