About the video:
In this powerful discussion, Dr. P. Raghu Ram, Director of the KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases, opens up about his inspiring journey of returning to India to support his mother during her battle with breast cancer. This personal experience motivated him to transform the narrative around cancer, focusing on holistic wellness that goes beyond just diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Raghu Ram emphasizes the vital role of mindset and choice in overcoming cancer, advocating for a shift in perspective from fear to empowerment.
The conversation delves into the significance of comprehensive patient care, including the often-overlooked emotional and psychological aspects, and highlights how counseling and support systems can be as crucial as medical treatment in the healing process. Ananda Shankar Jayant, a classical dancer and cancer survivor, joins the discussion, sharing her personal story and underscoring the importance of mental resilience.
Raghu Gullapalli, Executive Director of Emerging Technologies at L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, also contributes to the conversation, offering insights into the cutting-edge technologies available for addressing visual disorders in India today. This video is a must-watch for anyone seeking to understand the power of choice in health, the role of counseling in cancer treatment, and the future of medical technology in India.
About Dr. P. Raghu Ram:
Amongst the foremost surgeons from South Asia, Dr. P. Raghu Ram was conferred the prestigious Padma Shri by Hon’ble President of India in 2015 making him the youngest surgeon ever from South India, and equally, one of the youngest doctors from India to have received one of the highest civilian awards of the land. He also achieved the rare distinction to become the youngest surgeon ever from Telangana & Andhra Pradesh to have been conferred the coveted Dr. B.C Roy National Award by Hon’ble President of India for the year 2016 in recognition of his ‘Outstanding service for Socio medical Relief’.
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