Monthly Archives: November 2025
The Heartbeat of Rishikesh: The Life and Legacy of Dr. N.B. Srivastava
In the shadow of the snow-capped Himalayas, where the Ganges River roars like a living prayer through the sacred streets of Rishikesh, Dr. Narayan Bahadur Srivastava—known to everyone simply as Dr. NB—built a life as steady and unyielding as the ancient rocks lining the riverbank. Born in the crisp autumn of 1945 in a modest […]
The Remarkable Journey of Dr. Sudhir Bhatia: From Agra Classrooms to Delhi’s Eye Care Beacon
In the bustling halls of Sarojini Naidu Medical College in Agra, back in 1979, a young Sudhir Bhatia stepped into the world of medicine with wide-eyed ambition and a stethoscope slung over his shoulder. It was a time when disco was fading, India was navigating post-Emergency vibes, and medical students like him were dreaming big […]
The Bone-Setter of Agra: The Extraordinary Life of Dr. Vinod Saxena
In the bustling heart of Agra, where the Taj Mahal stands as a timeless monument to enduring love, there lives a man whose life story rivals any epic romance. Dr. Vinod Saxena, born on a sweltering August 19, 1960, under the relentless Uttar Pradesh sun, wasn’t destined for the spotlight of marble minarets. No, his […]
Dr. G.R. Kalra: The Pioneer Who Brought Light to Dehradun’s Shadows
In the serene Doon Valley of the 1950s, where Dehradun was still a sleepy retreat nestled in the Himalayas, a tall, robust man with an angular face and signature brown slate spectacles emerged as a beacon of medical innovation. Dr. G.R. Kalra, an MBBS graduate with a commanding voice and an even warmer smile, didn’t […]
Dr. Lalit Mohan
Here’s a lively, humanized biography of Dr. Lalit Mohan, MD Medicine, Dehradun—complete with dialogue, quirks, and a dash of Doon Valley charm. Dr. Lalit Mohan: The Quiet Storm of Doon’s Medical World Picture this: 1959, the misty corridors of S.N. Medical College, Agra. A lanky, bespectacled boy from the hills walks into the anatomy lab, […]
The Heart of the Hills: The Life and Legacy of Dr. K. P. Joshi
Nestled in the misty embrace of Dehradun’s Doon Valley, where the Himalayan foothills whisper secrets of ancient oaks and rushing streams, Dr. Krishna Prasad Joshi was born in 1965 to a family of proud Paharis—those resilient hill folk from Uttarakhand whose blood runs as clear and cold as the Ganges’ headwaters. “Beta, the mountains aren’t […]
Biography of Dr. Dhruv Gupta
Dr. Dhruv Gupta is a distinguished psychiatrist based in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, renowned for his compassionate and innovative approach to mental health care, particularly in the field of de-addiction and psychiatric treatment. As a native of Dehradun, he has dedicated his career to addressing the growing mental health challenges in his hometown, including stigma, substance abuse, […]
The Heartbeat of Badgaon: The Story of Dr. Ashok Sharma
In the sun-baked village of Badgaon, just a stone’s throw from the shimmering lakes of Udaipur, Rajasthan, stands a modest satellite hospital that punches way above its weight. It’s the kind of place where the air smells of eucalyptus and antiseptic, and the waiting room buzzes with the chatter of farmers, schoolkids, and elders who’ve […]
The Doctor Who Never Forgot a Face Dr. Rajesh Wadhwa
Dehradun, 1988. A young Dr. Rajesh Wadhwa, barely 28, steps off the overnight bus from Meerut clutching his brand-new MD degree in one hand and a steel tiffin box his mother had forced into the other.“Beta, patients will come for your medicines, but they’ll stay for your smile,” she had said.He laughed then. Thirty-seven years […]
Biography of Dr. Lalit Salil
The Last House Call of Dr. Lalit Salil In the narrow lanes of Balu Ganj, Agra, everybody just called him “Doctor Sahib.” No appointment, no fancy board, just an old brass plate outside Janki Lalit Nursing Home that read:Dr. Lalit SalilMBBS, General PhysicianTimings: 9–1 & 6–10 (or till the last patient leaves) He was 74, […]
Biography of Dr. Anand Singh Bohra
Dr. Anand Singh Bohra is a distinguished Indian surgeon whose career exemplifies dedication to public health in challenging terrains. Born in the late 1950s (exact date not publicly documented), he pursued his medical education at Sarojini Naidu Medical College (SNMC) in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, one of India’s oldest and most revered medical institutions, established in […]
The Woman Who Was Her Own Twin: The Baffling DNA Case That Shook Science
What if a DNA test suddenly “proved” you weren’t the mother of your own children? 👀That’s exactly what happened to a 52‑year‑old Boston woman named Karen Keegan — and the truth shocked the entire medical world. 🧬 A Routine Test Turned Into a Genetic MysteryKaren needed a kidney transplant, so doctors tested her three adult […]
The Unyielding Spirit of Dr. Pawan Gupta: A Healer’s Odyssey from Agra’s Dusty Lanes to India’s Medical Frontier
In the sweltering summer of 1979, under the relentless Agra sun that baked the red sandstone walls of the Taj Mahal, a young man named Pawan Gupta stepped into the hallowed halls of Sarojini Naidu Medical College (SNMC). It was the era of bell-bottoms, disco fever, and a India still healing from the scars of […]
When Should One Retire From Clinical Practice in Medicine?
Retirement is not the end of medicine — it is the evolution of a doctor’s journey. 🔷 Introduction: A Topic We Avoid but Must Face Retirement from clinical practice is an uncomfortable topic for many doctors. Medicine is not just a job — it is identity, admiration, purpose, routine, security, and social status. Because of […]
Dr. Ved Prakash Goyal (1936–2025): A Life of Quiet Service and Unshakable Duty
Dr. Ved Prakash Goyal: The Healer with a Heart of Gold Picture this: It’s the mid-1930s in the dusty lanes of Etmadpur, a small town near Agra where the Taj Mahal’s shadow looms large, but life moves at the pace of bullock carts. A young boy named Ved Prakash Goyal, son of the late Ramchandra […]
Dr. Sunil Gulati
Happy Birthday, Dr. Sunil Gulati! As your old college buddy from those unforgettable days at S.N. Medical College in Agra, Dr. PK Gupta here, I couldn’t resist putting together this little tribute to you on your special day. We’ve come a long way since those late-night study sessions and endless cups of chai, haven’t we? […]
Dr. Kanchan Nigam: The Pint-Sized Powerhouse of S.N. Medical College
Dr. Kanchan Nigam: The Pint-Sized Powerhouse of S.N. Medical College Dr. Kanchan Nigam, a name that still sparks chuckles and fond memories among her classmates from S.N. Medical College, Agra, was no ordinary medical student. Hailing from Ghaziabad, she stormed into the MBBS program alongside her batchmates Satish Sharma and Parveen Bansal, forming an unforgettable […]
The Real Hero
The Real Hero He injected thousands with a fake diseaseand the Nazis never realized they were quarantining healthy people from death camps. Poland, 1941.The Nazi occupation had turned the country into a nightmare.Every day brought new horrors—Jews rounded up, villages burned, resisters executed. In the small town of Rozwadów, a young doctor named Eugeniusz Lazowski […]
Dr Divakar Dalela
Born in the bustling heart of India, where dreams of healing the sick often begin with grueling entrance exams, Divakar Dalela’s journey into medicine started like many others—with a pencil, a question paper, and a room full of aspiring doctors. It was the Combined Pre-Medical Test (CPMT) in Meerut, a pivotal gateway to medical colleges […]
The Life of Dr. Mukesh Jain: A Beacon of Compassion in Etah’s Heartland
In the dusty lanes of Etah, a district tucked away in Uttar Pradesh’s vast plains, Dr. Mukesh Jain wasn’t just a doctor—he was a lifeline. Born in the mid-20th century into a modest family with deep roots in the region, Mukesh grew up witnessing the harsh realities of rural India: farmers toiling under the sun, […]
Bed side clinical encounters
The new england journal of medicine Brian T. Garibaldi, M.D., M.E.H.P.,1 and Stephen W. Russell, M.D.2 Medical trainees today spend as little as 13% of their time in direct contact with patients.1 As physicians spend less time with patients, 2 fundamental bedside skills decline. This decline contributes to diagnostic error, poor clinical outcomes, and increased […]
Dr. Munishwar Gupta
Born in the bustling town of Firozabad around 1959, Dr. Munishwar Gupta came from a family that wielded both political influence and considerable wealth. His upbringing was steeped in the values of integrity and ambition, traits that would define his remarkable career in medicine. Firozabad, known for its glass industry, wasn’t just a backdrop; it […]
Epidemiological Survey of Autism, ID and Common Psychiatric Disorders among Children and Adolescents in Uttarakhand
REPORT Project implemented by Centre for Public Health Department of Epidemiology, NIMHANS, Bengaluru, Karnataka 2024-2025 In collaboration with State Mental Health Authority, Government of Uttarakhand and Government Doon Medical College, Dehradun, Uttarakhand Running Title: Epidemiological Survey of Autism, ID and Common Psychiatric Disorders among Children and Adolescents in Uttarakhand. Address for correspondence Dr Pradeep B […]
Mental Healthcare (Central Mental Health Authority) Regulations, 2020
20 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART III—SEC.4] िारीररक अवरोध के अधीन व्यजि की जचदकत्सा जस्ट्र्जतयों का समग्र जनधारा ण जिसमें चोि, अगं ों को रि की आपर्ू त,ा रिचाप, पल्स, या कोई अन्य सुसगं त मानिंड सजम्मजलत ह:ैं …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. …………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………….. िारीररक अवरोध िाचं के िौरान िी गयी िवाओं की खरु ाक […]
THE LONELIEST PROFESSION
An interesting read – THE LONELIEST PROFESSION Is Medicine the Loneliest Profession? A senior politician once told me something I’ll never forget: ”Doctors never speak well of other doctors.” I laughed then.I don’t anymore.Because over the years, I’ve realized — he was right. In medicine, colleagues are rarely friends. They’re co-surgeons, co-authors, co-panelists — but […]
Cancer Vaccine from Russia: What We Know So Far
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and researchers across the globe are constantly working on new ways to treat it more effectively. Recently, Russia announced the development of a new mRNA-based cancer vaccine, raising global interest and hope. Unlike vaccines that prevent infections, this innovative treatment is designed to help patients […]
Dr. Niharika Sachdeva: A Quiet Flame That Flickered Bright
In the dusty corridors of SN Medical College in Agra, back in the late ’80s, Niharika arrived like a whisper in a storm. A simple Indian girl from a modest family in Uttar Pradesh, she was the quiet type—wheatish complexion glowing softly under the harsh fluorescent lights, and a tiny mole on her upper lip […]
Rising costs, corporate hospitals force 99 small hospitals to close in Kerala
Kerala The combination of the two ensured that the state’s healthcare sector became a model for others. Image used for representational purpose.(File Photo) Anna Jose Updated on: 10 Feb 2025, 8:37 am 2 min read Add TNIE As A Trusted Source KOCHI: Kerala has over the years seen several small hospitals close down due to rising […]
The Remarkable Journey of Dr. Sharad Gupta: From College Pranks to Saving Agra’s Green Legacy
Picture this: It’s the late 1970s at S.N. Medical College in Agra, a bustling hub of aspiring doctors under the shadow of the majestic Taj Mahal. The 1979 batch is a lively mix of dreamers and doers. Among them is Sharad Gupta, a sharp-minded day scholar who zips in on his bicycle every morning, always […]
The new face of cancer in India: What top oncologists say we are getting wrong –
As lifestyles evolve and environmental challenges grow, doctors are now seeing a worrying rise in cancers linked to pollution, poor diet, obesity, and delayed diagnosis, especially outside major cities. But the story isn’t all grim. Oncologists Dr Gopal Sharma, Vice Chairman – Medical Oncology (Breast, Thoracic, Gynaecology), Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali; Dr. Rakesh Kumar […]
Dhatura poisoning
Evenings in the hospital have a language of their own. The corridors breathe faintly of antiseptic and exhaustion; and the ward holds its chorus of beeping monitors and murmured prayers. That night, I walked into one such hum of half-light and half-hope, where a 24-year-old newlywed lay on the bed, her wedding bangles still clinking […]
तमिलनाडु का खौफनाक आईना: डॉक्टरों की बेरोजगारी की मार से सिसकता राजस्थान, अब जागो या फिर सब तबाह!जयपुर.
कल्पना कीजिए, एक ऐसा सपना जो बचपन से ही आंखों में चमकता है—सफेद चादर में लिपटा एक डॉक्टर, जो जिंदगियां बचाता है, सम्मान पाता है। लेकिन तमिलनाडु की सड़कों पर आज वही डॉक्टर स्विगी के पार्सल पहुंचा रहा है, ओला की टैक्सी चला रहा है। मात्र 25,000 रुपये मासिक वेतन पर गुजारा कर रहा है […]
The Gentle Healer: A Story of Dr. Kiran Kalra’s Life in Dehradun
In the misty foothills of Dehradun, where the Doon Valley cradles dreams and legacies, Dr. Kiran Kalra was born into a world already steeped in medicine. As the elder son of the pioneering Dr. G.R. Kalra, young Kiran grew up in the shadow of his father’s bustling clinic on Chakrata Road. “Papa, why do you […]
Dr Jatin P. Shah,
Jatin P. Shah, M.D., Ph.D. (Hon), FACS, FRCS (Hon), FDSRCS (Hon), FRACS (Hon), is a renowned head and neck surgeon and oncologist based at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. He graduated from the Medical College of MS University in Baroda, India, and completed specialized training in surgical oncology and head and neck […]
These people cannot use Dr before their names High Court orders ये लोग अपने नाम के आगे नहीं लगा सकते डॉ, हाई कोर्ट ने दिया आदेश,
ये लोग अपने नाम के आगे नहीं लगा सकते डॉ, हाई कोर्ट ने दिया आदेश Thu, 6 Nov 2025, 04:25:PM Madan Tiwari लाइव हिन्दुस्तान संक्षेप: कोर्ट ने कहा कि सक्षम अधिकारियों को यह सुनिश्चित करने का निर्देश दिया जाना चाहिए कि बिना मान्यता प्राप्त चिकित्सा योग्यता वाले फिजियोथेरेपिस्ट और व्यावसायिक चिकित्सक एक्सटेंशन पी1 और पी1(ए) […]
All India Quota explained: How NEET PG seats are divided across states, colleges |
All India Quota explained: How NEET PG seats are divided across states, colleges By HT Education Desk Updated on: Nov 05, 2025 04:07 pm IST AIQ is a crucial component of the NEET PG, as it enables merit-based competition among medical graduates nationwide for admission into any state. The All India Quota (AIQ) is a […]
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Lakhan Singh Galav: A Surgeon’s Journey Cut Short
In the bustling city of Agra, where the shadow of the Taj Mahal looms over everyday miracles, Dr. Lakhan Singh Galav emerged as a beacon of healing. Born in Rajasthan, Lakhan’s path to medicine began in the dusty halls of RNT Medical College in Udaipur. It was the early 1990s, and young Lakhan, fresh from […]
Indian doctors and nurses form backbone of global health systems, says OECD report
ndian Doctors And Nurses Form Backbone Of Global Health Systems, Says OECD Report NRI | Lubna Kably | TNN | Nov 3, 2025, 21:05 IST Indian doctors and nurses are now crucial to advanced economies, … Read More Share Indian doctors and nurses have become indispensable to health systems across advanced economies, according to the […]
The Radiant Journey: Dr. Bhupendra Ahuja’s Life in Focus
In the bustling streets of Agra, where the shadow of the Taj Mahal looms as a symbol of eternal dedication, Dr. Bhupendra Ahuja has spent over four decades turning the invisible into the insightful. Born in the mid-20th century, he pursued his medical dreams at S.N. Medical College in Agra, earning his MBBS in 1983 […]
The Life and Legacy of Dr. Hari Pratap Gautam: A Heart Surgeon with a Rustic Soul
In the annals of Indian medicine, few figures embody the blend of pioneering expertise, unpretentious humility, and steadfast mentorship quite like Dr. Hari Pratap Gautam. A towering presence—literally, as he stood tall with the distinctive aquiline nose and fair complexion reminiscent of his Kashmiri roots—Dr. Gautam was a cardiothoracic surgeon whose hands mended hearts, but […]
As young doctors turn away from specialties, a crisis looms over Indian healthcare |
As young doctors turn away from specialties, a crisis looms over Indian healthcare Our brightest healers are walking away. Not from hard work, but from a system that drains their spirit before it tests their skill e new generation of doctors grew up in an age of endless information. They have coaching apps, MCQ banks, […]
Dr. Jatender Nath Kalhan
In the bustling heart of Dehradun, where the Himalayan foothills meet the chaos of everyday life, stands Kalhan Hospital on Rajpur Road—a beacon for those in need of skilled surgical care. At its helm is Dr. Jatender Nath Kalhan, a man whose journey from medical student to seasoned surgeon feels like a tale straight out […]
Dr. Arun Kumar
In the misty hills of Dehradun, where the Doon Valley whispers secrets of colonial grandeur, lived a man whose life was a blend of sharp intellect, wry humor, and quiet benevolence—Dr. Arun Kumar. Born into a legacy of British-era administration, he was the son of a Salt Commissioner during the Raj, a position that commanded […]
History of medicine
The doctors told her the glow in her bones was “healthy energy.”By the time she could no longer walk, her jawbone was crumbling in her hands. The photograph from 1963 shows a well-dressed woman reclining in a medical chair, two doctors in pristine white coats standing over her. A massive X-ray machine—the size of a […]
The Timeless Healer: A Portrait of Dr. Uttam Chand Chandna/डॉ. यूसी चांदना
In the misty valleys of Dehradun, where the foothills of the Himalayas whisper secrets of bygone eras, stands a man who defies the march of time. Dr. Uttam Chand Chandna, affectionately known as Dr. U.C. Chandna, turned 101 this year—though many, including his admirers, round it up to 102 in awe of his vitality. Born […]
Raphael ryder
Governing Council Name Gender Occupation Role1 Ms. Sunita Garware F Business Chairperson Governing Council2 Lt. Gen. VK Ahluwalia (Retd.) M Indian Army Vice Chairman Governing Council3 Ms. Indu RV Singh F Social Worker Member4 Dr. JN Kalhan M Medical Member5 Mr. JM Singhal M Advocate Member6 Mr. GIG Mann M MLA & Educationist Member7 Ms. […]
Lancet article
The 2015 Lancet article titled “India’s medical education system hit by scandals,” authored by Dinesh C. Sharma and published on August 8, 2015, as a World Report, examines ongoing corruption and systemic flaws in India’s medical education framework. 0 4 It highlights how recent high-profile scandals, particularly in entrance examinations, reflect deeper structural issues affecting […]
Henrietta Lacks
The Curious Story Of Henrietta LacksThey took her cells without asking.While she lay dying, her body became the foundation of a billion-dollar industry—and her children couldn’t afford health insurance.Henrietta Lacks was 31 years old in 1951 when she felt the pain. Sharp, constant, deep in her abdomen. She’d given birth to five children and worked […]
Cheshire Home
Leonard Cheshire Group Captain Leonard Cheshire, our founder Group Captain Lord Cheshire of Woodhall V.C. OM,DSO, DFC was born on 7 September 1917, near Chester. Following graduation in law from Merton College Oxford, in 1940 he joined the Royal Air Force. He was the most highly decorated pilot of the second world war, with three […]
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deemag and chest clinic 