TELANGANA REUTERS, Hyderabad, July 17, 2026: From our Correspondent, Mr. J. Pavan
Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda has earned a prestigious place in the Guinness World Records™ by organizing the largest Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) awareness session. A total of 578 participants, attending both in person and online simultaneously, took part in the awareness program, setting a new world record.
The initiative was organized with the objective of increasing public awareness about Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), promoting early recognition of symptoms, and encouraging timely medical consultation. The record was officially verified by Mr. Rishi Nath, Official Adjudicator, Guinness World Records™, and the award was received by Dr. Kiran Peddi, Senior Gastroenterologist & Director, Center for IBD, and Dr. S. Prashanth Reddy, Unit Head, Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda.
Following this historic achievement, Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda successfully hosted IBD Conclave 2.0, an international scientific conference dedicated to advancements in IBD care. The conference brought together over 300 delegates from India and abroad, including three international faculty members and more than 50 national experts, who discussed the latest developments in IBD management, including biologic therapies, advanced surgical techniques, intestinal ultrasound, and the application of artificial intelligence in diagnosis and treatment.
Speaking on the occasion, *Dr. Kiran Peddi, Senior Gastroenterologist & Director, Center for IBD, Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda* , said, “At the Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, our mission is to provide world-class, patient-centric care to every individual living with IBD. This Guinness World Records™ recognition is a testament to the dedication of our multidisciplinary team and our unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes. Early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and continuous medical follow-up are critical in managing chronic conditions like IBD. Through this awareness initiative, we believe we have empowered patients, caregivers, and the general public with the knowledge needed to recognize symptoms early and seek timely expert care. We remain committed to advancing IBD treatment through cutting-edge medical care, research, education, and community awareness initiatives, while striving to set new benchmarks in gastrointestinal healthcare.”
*Dr. Pavan Gorukanti, Director, Yashoda Hospitals* , said, “At Yashoda Hospitals, our responsibility extends beyond delivering exceptional clinical care. We are equally committed to promoting public health through impactful awareness initiatives that benefit society. Securing a place in the Guinness World Records™ is a matter of immense pride for our institution. This remarkable achievement reflects the collective efforts of our doctors, nurses, paramedical staff, administrators, and every member of the Yashoda family. Through this initiative, we have significantly strengthened awareness about IBD across the country. We will continue to contribute to the advancement of healthcare in India by combining world-class clinical excellence with research, medical education, technological innovation, and public health awareness.”
Congratulating the team, *Mr. Rishi Nath, Official Adjudicator, Guinness World Records™* , said, “This is a truly remarkable initiative that combines large-scale public participation with a meaningful public health objective. Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda has successfully connected global standards of public awareness with a cause that has a significant impact on society. This achievement goes beyond setting a world record—it has educated hundreds of people and created lasting awareness about Inflammatory Bowel Disease. The initiative perfectly reflects the spirit of Guinness World Records™ by integrating public benefit, medical knowledge, and community participation. My heartfelt congratulations to the entire team at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda on this historic accomplishment.”
