Kashmiri gastroenterologist honoured for EUS-guided liver biopsy research and Technique ; dedicates achievement to his parents, family, teachers, mentors and the people of Kashmir
NEW DELHI | AUGUST 2026: In a proud achievement for Jammu and Kashmir, Kashmiri gastroenterologist, hepatologist and advanced therapeutic endoscopist Dr Hameed Raina has won First Prize in the prestigious Plenary Paper Presentation at ENDOCON 2026, the national conference of the Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India (SGEI) with more than 20 thousand attendees.
Dr Raina received the honour for his research on Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Liver Biopsy (EUS-LB), evaluating this modern, minimally invasive technique against conventional percutaneous liver biopsy. His work assessed diagnostic adequacy, tissue quality, safety, adverse events, post-procedure pain and patient satisfaction, highlighting the potential of EUS-guided biopsy to combine high diagnostic standards with greater patient comfort and a less invasive approach.
Held in New Delhi from August 28–30, ENDOCON is a major national scientific platform in gastrointestinal endoscopy, bringing together leading gastroenterologists, hepatologists, advanced endoscopists and researchers with more than 20 thousand attendees dueing three day course. Winning the Plenary Paper category therefore represents significant national recognition for Dr Hameed’s work in the rapidly advancing field of interventional endoscopic ultrasound.
An advanced therapeutic endoscopist and endosonographer, Dr Hameed’s work encompasses interventional EUS, complex ERCP, Third-Space Endoscopy including POEM, advanced endoscopic resection, bariatric endoscopy and endoscopic anti-reflux therapies. The award adds another milestone to his growing academic contribution to advanced gastrointestinal endoscopy.
Reacting to the honour, Dr Raina said:
“Alhamdulillah, this is one of the most special moments of my academic journey. As a Kashmiri, it gives me immense pride to represent Kashmir on such an important national scientific platform. I dedicate this award first and foremost to my parents, whose prayers, sacrifices and unwavering belief have been the foundation of my journey. I also dedicate it to my wife, my two children, my siblings and entire family, and express my deepest gratitude to my teachers, mentors, colleagues and research team who have shaped and supported me throughout.”
“Above all, I dedicate this achievement to the people of Kashmir. I hope recognitions like these inspire our younger generation to pursue excellence in medicine, science and research. Ultimately, every advancement in research should have one destination—the patient—and our goal must always be safer, less invasive and more effective patient care.”
