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A high-level Indian delegation led by Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, showcased India’s groundbreaking contributions to the global advancement of Traditional Medicine (TM). This unique showcasing was at the 10th International Conference on Traditional and Complementary Medicine (INTRACOM) 2024.
The conference was held at the National Institute of Health (NIH), Setial Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. It focused on the transformative role of digital technologies in modernizing healthcare practices in Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM).
Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the WHO meeting held in this regard, Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha highlighted the successful finalization of the ICD-11 TM2 module as a milestone in the systematic global documentation of TM practices.
Kotecha stated that, “The ICD-11 TM2 module will revolutionize traditional medicine by enabling standardized documentation of disorders, patterns, and services. This will help measure outcomes, cost-effectiveness, safety, and comparisons with mainstream medicine, driving innovation and enhancing healthcare worldwide.”
He further added, “India has already initiated national capacity-building efforts for implementing the TM2 module, including training workshops in collaboration with National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM). We remain committed to supporting WHO in developing Traditional Medicine codes under the International Classification of Health Interventions (ICHI) framework.”
The National Commission for Indian Medicine (NCIMS) is a 29-member statutory and regulatory body constituted by the Government of India to formulate policies for institutions and medical professionals involved in the Indian Medical System of Medicine.
The ICD-11 TM2 module includes 529 categories encompassing TM disorders and patterns, further enabling data collection and analysis on an unprecedented scale.
India played a pivotal role in its development, leveraging its rich traditional medicine systems—Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani—which have well-established practices and regulations.
The 10th INTRACOM 2024 explored the integration of digital health technologies in TM, aligning with India’s pioneering efforts in this domain. Secretary, Ministry of Ayush highlighted India’s initiatives, including developing a National Digital Health Ecosystem under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and the Namaste Portal, which facilitates seamless integration of TM practices into mainstream healthcare.
India’s active role in INTRACOM 2024 underscores its global health and wellbeing leadership. By leveraging digital technologies and fostering international collaboration, the Ministry of Ayush ensures that Traditional Medicine continues to contribute meaningfully to global healthcare challenges.
The conference also provided a platform for deliberations on transliteration, translation, and future maintenance of TM2 entities, along with mapping these with national standards like the NAMASTE Portal. This convergence of efforts will pave the way for integrated global healthcare solutions.
As India continues to champion the digitization of healthcare, the Ministry of Ayush remains committed to driving innovation in TM. Secretary Shri Kotecha concluded, “The successful migration of the TM2 module to the ICD-11 main browser will mark another step forward in integrating Traditional Medicine into the global healthcare framework. Together, we can ensure health for all.”
The 10th INTRACOM 2024 reinforced India’s vision of modernizing TM through digital innovation, positioning it as a global health and wellbeing cornerstone.
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