The second edition of SnoozeCon concluded on June 29, 2025, with overwhelming success—solidifying its status as one of India’s leading academic conferences for sleep medicine and surgical management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
Hosted by the Department of ENT, Al-Azhar Medical College, in collaboration with Excell ENT Clinic, Muvattupuzha, and endorsed by IASSA, United Medical Mission, and AOI Malanadu & Cochin Chapters, this year’s theme focused on: The Surgeon’s Approach – Mastering OSA Surgeries, Step by Step.
With 125+ delegates representing ENT, dental, pulmonology, pediatrics, orthodontics, and allied specialties, the event fostered a vibrant environment for skill-based learning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Download the SnoozeCon’s 2025 Brochure.
Key Features of SnoozeCon 2025 – Chapter 2
- “How I Do It” Surgical Demonstrations – Real-world operative techniques for nasal, palatal, tongue base, skeletal, and pediatric OSA surgeries.
- Interactive Masterclasses – Small-group, hands-on learning with direct faculty interaction.
- Decision-Making Sessions – Evidence-based approaches to selecting surgical and non-surgical OSA treatments.
- Multi-Specialty Integration – ENT, dental, and pediatric experts collaborating for holistic patient care.
Faculty & Session Highlights
- Dr. Renuka Balu – Clinical Evaluation in OSA – In-depth approach to patient history, phenotype assessment, examination, and scoring systems for targeted treatment planning.
- Dr. Saud Ahmed – PAP Therapy: What the Surgeon Needs to Know – Bridging surgical and PAP therapy, with insights on device selection, compliance, and integration in OSA care.
- Dr. Davis Thomas Pulimoottil – How I Do It: Nasal Surgeries in OSA – Septoplasty, turbinate reduction, piriform aperture widening, and nasal valve repair to optimize nasal airflow.
- Dr. Sanu P Moideen – How I Do It: Pediatric Adenotonsillectomy – Safe, precise surgical techniques tailored for pediatric OSA, with a focus on postoperative recovery.
- Dr. Anu Vijayan – Mandibular Advancement Devices – Selection, fabrication, and follow-up of MADs as a non-invasive OSA management tool.
- Dr. Joby Peter – Pediatric RME & Myofunctional Therapy Post-Adenotonsillectomy – Long-term airway optimization in children through dental expansion and myofunctional training.
- Dr. Srinivas Kishore Sistla – Enhancing OSA Outcomes: A Focused Methodology – Structured surgical planning for improved results.
How I Do It: Tongue Base & Epiglottis in OSA – DISE-guided management of complex airway collapse.
Beyond Adenotonsillectomy in Pediatric OSA – Advanced interventions for residual pediatric OSA. - Dr. Ranjini Raghavan – How I Do It: Palatal Surgeries – Relocation & BARB Pharyngoplasty – Two palatal techniques explained with surgical pearls and postoperative care strategies.
- Dr. Sukhvinder Bindra – How I Do It: MMA / SARME / DOME – Skeletal surgery techniques for airway expansion and collaboration with orthodontists.
- Dr. Bijiraj Vathvam Veetil – Decision Making in OSA – Holistic approach to treatment selection based on patient anatomy, severity, and long-term outcomes.
- Dr. Seemab Shaikh – How to start a successful sleep practice? – A detailed session on common pitfalls the youngsters make when starting a sleep practice, and how to avoid them.
Sharing Knowledge Beyond the Conference
In the spirit of collaborative learning, our esteemed faculty have graciously agreed to share their recorded sessions for free viewing on YouTube. These videos, covering every session from clinical evaluation to advanced multi-level airway surgery, are now being uploaded and linked within this blog for the benefit of the wider medical community.
📺 Watch the SnoozeCon Chapter 2 Playlist here:
Masterclass Experience – Hands-On Learning
One of the most appreciated features of SnoozeCon Chapter 2 was the Masterclass format—a small-group rotation model that allowed delegates to directly interact with faculty at four specialized stations:
- PAP Therapy & Interface Handling – Device setup, patient training, and compliance optimization.
- Polysomnography Interpretation – Understanding and applying PSG results to surgical planning.
- DISE Evaluation – Recognizing obstruction patterns and tailoring interventions.
- Orthodontic & Surgical Airway Planning – MARPE/SARME expanders and phenotype-based approaches.
This format ensured personalized learning and a deeper understanding of real-world clinical applications.
Acknowledgements
As Organizing Secretaries, myself (Dr. Sanu P Moideen) and Dr. Davis Thomas Pulimoottil extend our heartfelt thanks to:
- All our renowned faculty for sharing their expertise.
- Delegates who traveled from within and outside India to attend.
- Our host institution and supporting associations.
- Sponsors and the hardworking organizing committee for flawless execution.
Looking Ahead – SnoozeCon Chapter 3
Encouraged by the success of Chapter 2, we are already preparing for SnoozeCon Chapter 3 in 2026, promising more advanced topics, live surgery demonstrations, and interactive learning opportunities.
SnoozeCon is more than a conference—it’s a growing professional community dedicated to advancing OSA care.