Dear Friends,

Greetings from Bhopal - the City of Lakes!

It is a privilege for us at Visakhapatnam to welcome you all to 83rd Annual Conference of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASICON 2023) in the seaside city of Visakhapatnam from 13th - 16th December 2023. Workshops and scientific sessions have been designed meticulously to cover the subjects of surgery. The aim is to update our knowledge and skills and to catch up with the rapidly progressing science and cutting-edge technology.

Visakhapatnam, also commonly known as Vizag, is one of the oldest port cities in the country. Situated in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam is known for its picturesque beaches and serene landscape, as well as a rich cultural past, which makes it an ideal spot for a fantastic coastal vacation. The port of Visakhapatnam is renowned for being home to the oldest shipyard in all of India, and with a plethora of manmade wonders and natural spectacles, Visakhapatnam is a mustvisit tourist destination in South India.

The faculty comprises of renowned specialists and experts from all over the world, who will present the most updated clinical and laboratory revolutions, based on evidence as well as practical experience.

So, pack up your bags for this happening combo of academics and fun.

Long live ASI.

With best wishes and warm regards

Yours truly,

Warm Greetings from TEAM ASICON 2023.

It is a true pleasure and honour to organize and host the prestigious 83rd Annual Conference of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASICON 2023) in the seaside city of Visakhapatnam from 13th - 16th December 2023.

Under the able and dynamic leadership of our ASI Governing Council we are immensely delighted to invite you on behalf of the Organizing Committee of ASICON 2023 to the Executive & Financial capital city of the State of Andhra Pradesh. Often referred to as “Jewel of the East Coast” and as “The City of Destiny”, Visakhapatnam is ensconced between the hills of the Eastern Ghats and the coast of the Bay of Bengal. The city is home to the oldest shipyard, the only natural harbour on the east coast of India, Visakhapatnam Port, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, the Indian Navy's Eastern Command and South Coast Railway zone.

A cosmopolitan & vibrant city with people living in perfect harmony, Visakhapatnam is well connected to the rest of the world by road, rail, and air. Situated in the heart of Andhra Pradesh, Visakhapatnam is a major tourist destination and is particularly famous for its serene landscape, picturesque beaches, the Eastern Ghats, wildlife sanctuaries, as well as a rich culture. Located a short distance away from Visakhapatnam is Araku Valley, a hill station replete with gushing waterfalls, lush green gardens and challenging trekking trails, one of the prime attractions of this district. Nestled amidst the Ananthagiri Hills in Araku Valley, the Borra Caves are over thousands of years old and are the biggest among all the caves found in India.

We very much look forward to welcoming you and trust you would join us for a symphony of outstanding surgical knowledge and also taking some time out to enjoy the spectacular and unique beauty of this region.

With Warm Regards