Dr Milind Jambagi, Consultant Pediatric Intensivist and Head of PICU & Emergency Services at Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, has been named Global Chairperson of the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies’ (WFPICCS) Education Committee, Ontario, marking a proud milestone for India’s medical community.

In a proud moment for India and Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Pune Dr Milind M. Jambagi has been elected as the Global Chairperson of the Education Committee of the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS). As a Consultant Pediatric Intensivist and Head of the Pediatric Critical Care Unit and Emergency Department at Ankura Hospital, Dr. Jambagi’s selection is a testimony to his dedication, global impact, and expertise in pediatric critical care medicine.

The Pediatric Critical Care Department is vital for saving the lives of critically ill children who require constant monitoring and advanced medical support. It is needed for children needing any organ support or facing life-threatening conditions such as severe infections, respiratory failure, trauma, dialysis, congenital disorders, or pre or post-surgical care. This specialized care ensures timely interventions and improves survival and recovery in vulnerable pediatric patients. WFPICCS is a federation of all the national Pediatric Organisations or Academies around the world and strives for the worldwide education, training and policies in the field eventually working towards survival of every critically ill and injured child and the well-being of their family.

“It is a great honour to be entrusted with this responsibility on a global platform after working for the society year on year since past around 4years. Pediatric intensive care is not just a specialty; it is a lifeline for critically ill children. Our work often makes the difference between life and death, and education plays a crucial role in improving outcomes at the grassroot level. I am proud to represent India and now lead the world platform, and committed to giving each child the best chance for survival and quality of life, including their family. As part of this global role, I aim to encourage the development and application of both new and existing critical care technologies for infants, children, and adolescents facing life-threatening conditions. Promoting education, advancing research, and setting global standards for training pediatric intensive care specialists and allied health workers are key priorities. We must also ensure wider access to clinical and research opportunities across the world to improve outcomes for every child in need,” said Dr. Milind Jambagi, Head of PICU and Emergency Services and Pediatrician, Ankura Hospital for Women and Child, Pune.

He further added, “I believe every child, no matter where they are born, deserves the best possible chance at life. This role gives me the platform to drive that change. I carry with me the voices of every parent, every child, and every caregiver I’ve met, and I promise to serve with humility, purpose, and passion. We believe in creating meaningful IMPACT where I stands for Integrity, M for Mobilisation, P for Partnership, A for Accountability, C for Caring, and T for Trust. These values are at the heart of everything we do.”