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India's 5 Best Surgeons Trusted By Millions

This edition features a handful of India's 5 Best Surgeons: Trusted by Millions that are at the forefront of leading us into a digital future<br>

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India's 5 Best Surgeons Trusted By Millions

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  1. www.insightscare.in February|Issue02|2024 SurgicalConfidence ExploringTrustWithinIndia's MedicalField SuInrdgiae’sobnests byMilliTorunstesd PrecisionandCompassion Exploring the CrucialRoleofSurgeons Dr.NadeemNiyaz JanFounderDirector Varicose &More (varicoseandmore.com) 5 Dr.Nadeem NiyazJan ImpactingIndia'sSurgicalLandscape

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  4. WsurgeonsinshapingIndia'shealthcare Asyouembarkonthis journey,mayyoubeinspiredbythe storieswithinthesepagesandgainadeeperappreciationfortheprofoundimpactofsurgicalcareonthelivesof millions.Thiseditionisatributetotheremarkable individualswhocontinuetoupholdthehigheststandardsof excellenceinhealthcare,shapingahealthierandbrighter futureforusall. Let'sembarkonacaptivatingexplorationofthe remarkablejourneysand extraordinary achievementsof India's esteemed surgeons thatawaityouinthepages ahead! elcometothisspecialeditiondedicatedto honoringtheinvaluablecontributions of landscape.Withinthepagesofthisedition,wepresenta curatedselectionofIndia's5BestSurgeons:Trustedby Millions. Surgeonsplayapivotalroleinourhealthcaresystem, wieldingtheirexpertisetorestorehealthandhopeto countlessindividuals.Throughtheirskillfulhandsand compassionatehearts,theynavigatetheintricaciesof medicalprocedures,providingsolaceandhealingtothose in need. Thisedition offers readersaninsightfulglimpseintothe remarkablejourneysoftheseexceptionalsurgeons. From theirpioneeringtechniquestotheirpersistentcommitment topatientcare,eachprofileencapsulatesthededication and excellencethatdefinetheirpractice. Whetheryouareahealthcareprofessionalseeking inspiration,apatientinsearchofreassurance,orsimplya curiousobserver,thiseditionhassomethingtooffer.Joinus aswecelebratetheresilience,compassion,andunwavering dedicationofIndia'stopsurgeons. Exploring Excellence ManagingEditor

  5. Contents Dr 08 NadeemNiyaz Jan ImpactingIndia'sSurgical Landscape SurgicalConfidence ExploringTrustWithinIndia's MedicalField 16 Precisionand Compassion ExploringtheCrucial RoleofSurgeons 24

  6. ProfDr.MohanJagade AnIconicPersonalityinSurgicalExpertise 28 Dr.(Prof.)Raju Vaishya EpitomeofSurgicalMasteryintheHeartofIndia 32 Dr.SnehaDivekar Imprintingthe Footsteps ofSportDentistry 20

  7. Editor-in-Chief PoojaM.Bansal PoojaShah NishaMehra ManagingEditor AssistingWriter VisualiserArt&DesignHead Art&PictureEditor SandeepTikode SameenArifSonamVishwakarma Sr.VicePresident BusinessDevelopmentManagers Sr.SalesExecutive SwapnaliVasaikar Ashwini,Ninad Dhanashree TechnicalHead TechnicalSpecialist TechnicalConsultant PrachiMokashi PrashanthHiremath RajeshwariAvhad RenukaKulkarni NikitaKhadalkar DigitalMarketingManager AssistantDigitalMarketingManager CirculationManager TanajiFartade sales@insightscare.in February,2024 CorporateOffices: InsightsSuccessMediaand TechnologyPvt.Ltd. SurveyNo.133/134,BrandSquare,OfficeNo.512,KunjirChowk, PimpleSaudagar,Pune,Maharashtra411027. Phone-India:7410033802,8956487823 Email:info@insightscare.in ForSubscription:www.insightscare.in Followuson:www.facebook.com/InsightsCare/https://twitter.com/Insightscare Wearealsoavailableon: Copyright©2024Insights Success MediaandTechnologyPvt. Ltd.,Allrightsreserved.Thecontentandimagesusedinthismagazineshouldnotbereproducedor transmittedinanyformorbyanymeans,electronic,mechanical,photocopying,recordingorotherwise,withoutpriorpermissionfromInsightssuccess. Reprintrightsremainsolelywith InsightsSuccessMediaandTechnologyPvt.Ltd.Insights Careispoweredby InsightsSuccessMediaandTechnology Pvt.Ltd.

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  9. Dr.NadeemNiyaz JanFounderDirector Varicose&More (varicoseandmore.com)

  10. Cover Story Dr NadeemNiyaz Jan ImpactingIndia'sSurgical Landscape ‘ ‘ ‘ Westartedwithlow-cost surgeryforvaricoseveinsinitially ‘ andtodayweareproudofperforming over30000+proceduresrangingfrom RFAforvaricoseveinstoCatheterinduced thrombolysisatthemostcost-effective rangeinthecountry.

  11. India's5BestSurgeons:TrustedbyMillions S Sofexperienceandexpertise.Yet,amidstthis SpecializinginkeyareassuchasVaricoseVeins,Non- healingulcers,DiabeticFeet,andChronicLimbIschemias, Dr.Nadeemisactivelyinvolvedinadvancedendovascular procedureslikeEVARandTEVAR. Hisexpertiseextends beyondsurgicalinterventions,encompassing a comprehensivemanagementof PeripheralVascular Disease (PVD). Dr.Nadeem'sjourneyunfoldsasatestamenttohis commitmenttoservingthecommunity, especiallyin areas whereaccesstosurgicalcareislimited.His proficiencyin vascularsurgery,coupledwithagenuinededication to patient well-being,haspositionedhimasahighlysought- aftermedicalprofessionalinhisfield. AsweshineaspotlightonIndia'sBestSurgeons,Dr. Nadeemtakescenterstage,embodyingthespiritof relentlesscommitmentandexcellenceinhealthcarewithan approachtoincludeandcatertomaximalpopulationby providing low-costhighqualityvascularsurgery. Thisfeatureexplores theinspiringjourneyofDr. Nadeem,discoveringhowhehasnotonlycarvedatrustednamefor himselfbutisalsoshapingthefutureofvascularsurgeryin India. urgeonsplayacrucialroleinthecomplexlandscape ofsurgicalcareinIndia,bringingforththeirwealth progress,thereremaingapsinaccesstoqualitysurgical care,especiallyinunderservedregions.Addressingthis challengehead-onisDr.NadeemNiyazJan,theFounder &Director atVaricose&More,adistinguishedfigurein vascularsurgerywithamissiontoprovideaffordableand high-qualitysurgicaltreatments. BasedintheserenecityofJammu,Jammuand Kashmir,Dr.NadeemNiyazJanstandsasaniconofdedicationinthe healthcareindustry.Dr.Nadeemhastirelesslyworked to bridgethegapsinsurgicalcare,especiallyfocusingon the rural-urbandivide. GraduatingwithhonorsfromJammuUniversityin 2003 andearninghismaster'sdegreeinSurgeryfromthe NationalBoardofEducationandlatersuperspecialising in Vascular SurgeryfromtheRoyalCollegeofSurgeonsat Edinburgh,Dr.NadeemisnotonlyaVascular Surgeonbut alsoaseasonedhealthcareconsultantwithaprofound backgroundinEndovascularsurgery.

  12. something‘thatidentifies ‘ PreservingLegacy,ForgingDestiny Dr.Nadeem,bornintoafamilyofesteemeddoctors and educators,sharestheuniquestoryofhispathtobecominga renownedvascularsurgeon.Hailingfromafamily of medicalprofessionals,witha gastroenterologistfatheranda gynaecologistmother,Dr.Nadeem'searlyupbringing was shapedbythe influence ofhismaternal grandfather, Professor MuhammadYousufShah,adistinguished educationistinKashmir. Reflectingonhis journey,Dr. Nadeemrecallstheinitialtug ofwarbetweenancestralaspirationsandpersonal inclinations."Itwasthedesireofmygrandfatherwho wantedtoseemeasadoctor, butlateronmyparents, especiallymyfather,Dr.NiyazAhmedJan,envisionedme asasurgeon."Inhisthirdyearofmedicine,hefaceda crossroads,contemplatingashifttowardscivilservices. However,arealizationstruckhim—adeep-seatedbeliefin Surgeryissomething ‘ that'sbecomewhoI am. Icanrelatetosurgeryas ‘ measapersonand definesme.

  13. ‘ ‘ autonomyandanaspirationtocontributetosocietyina moremeaningfulway. "Ineverbelievedinsubordinationandwantedtoworktill mylastbreath,andthatwasprobablyonlypossibleinafew professions,medicinebeingoneoftheforemostones," admitsDr.Nadeem.Thisrealizationsteeredhimtowards pursuingapostgraduatedegreeinsurgeryandlater specializinginvascularsurgery,adecisionthatshaped his impactfulcareer. Acknowledging the crucial support during challenging times,Dr.Nadeemexpressesgratitudetohiswife,stating, "MywifeDr.AnisaNisarJanstoodlikeapillarduringone ofthetoughestphasesofmylifeandIwillalwaysbe indebtedtoherforthat."Throughdetermination,family encouragement,andsolid support,Dr.Nadeem's journey exemplifiestheresilienceanddedicationthatdefineshis roleasaprominentvascularsurgeontoday. MywifeDrAnisa NisarJanstoodlike a pillarduringoneof the ‘ toughestphasesofmy lifeandIwillalways be ‘ indebtedtoherfor that.

  14. Making VascularCareAccessible Dr.Nadeemembarkedonatransformativejourneyin Indianhealthcare,whichaimedtomakevasculartreatment accessibletoabroaderpopulation.Startinghiscareerin Delhi,heobservedtheinfluxofpatientsfromJammuand Kashmirseekingvascularmanagementinthecapitalcity. Recognizingthechallengesfacedbymany,suchas financialconstraintsandtravelissues,Dr.Nadeemfeltan inherentcommitmenttobridgethishealthcaregap. Guidedbyhismentor,Dr.JaisomChopra,Dr.Nadeem initiatedvisitstotheKashmirValleyin2010,witha focus onvascularcare.However,duetovariouschallenges,the endeavourshiftedtoJammu.InSeptemberorOctoberofthesameyear,asignificantmilestonewasachievedasRFA (RadiofrequencyAblation)forvaricoseveinswas introducedforthefirsttimeintheerstwhilestateofJammu andKashmir,hostedatTriveniNursing Home,Gandhinagar.Dr.R.K.SuriandMr.K.K.Sharmaplayed pivotalroles,leveragingtheirmarketingexpertise and futuristicvisioninestablishingthisgroundbreakingpractice in Jammu. Drivenbythedesiretodemocratizevasculartreatment, Dr. Nadeemenvisionedalow-costsolution.Thepathto realizingthisvision, however,wasloadedwith technicalities. Finally, inJuly2015,his dedication culminatedintheformationofanonlinecompany- VARICOSEANDMORE. Reflectingonthejourney,Dr.Nadeememphasizes,"We startedwithlow-costsurgeryforvaricoseveinsinitiallyand todayweareproudofperformingover30000+procedures rangingfromRFAforvaricoseveinstoCatheterinduced thrombolysisat the mostcost-effective range inthecountry." Varicose&More Dr.Nadeemwarmlyrecallsthetimewhenhisdecisionto workinJammulefthisfriendsaswellasfamilysurprised andastonished. Confident inhisvision,heforesawa future wherepatientsfromPunjabandbeyondwouldchoose Jammuformedicalandsurgicalmanagement,challenging theprevailingnormofseekinghealthcareservices in Punjabandnearbystates. Reflectingonthisvision,Dr.Nadeemarticulates,"Our basicconceptwastocustomizethetreatmentforeveryone andtrytocatertoasmanyaspossible."Despitefinancial constraintslimitingtheextentoftheirreach,heexpresses gratitudeforearningthetrustofindividualsin specific areas,particularlythosegrapplingwithvaricoseveins, blockedarteries,diabeticfeet,ulcers,andperipheral vasculardisease. Dr.Nadeemproudlyadds, "We havebeenabletomakea smallnicheforourselvesbybeingknownaspeoplewho aredoingagoodjobinvascularsurgeryatavery reasonableprice." Acquiringtherightteamprovedtobeanotherchallengefor Dr.Nadeem."Ineededpeopletobelieveinthesamedream thatIhad,andthat'snot easy," heshares.However, the presentstrengthof37people,includinghimself,isthe realizationofthisdream.Dr.Nadeemfeelsamazedathow individualswiththesamepassionanddreamhavecome together,forminganorganizedteam—TeamVaricoseand More. Dr.Nadeem'scommitmenttopersonalizedandaffordable healthcarehasnotonlyestablishedareputationfor excellencebuthasalsomadea significantimpactinthe

  15. Inhisreflection,he warmlyregardsV&M (Varicoseand More)ashisbaby,amanifestationofhisloveandenduring emotionalconnection.Drivenbydreamsthatcontinueto evolve,heexpresses,"It'sgrowingeveryday,and it's shapingupasIhavealwaysimaginedforittobe–patient compliant,inclusive,aswellassatisfyingtheessenceof beingahealthcareworker." Dr.Nadeem'ssurgicaljourneybecomesasymphony,where theresponsibilitiesofasurgeonharmonizewiththepassion andemotionalinvestmentheholdsforV&M. Theenterpriseisnotjustaprofessionalendeavourbutaliving demonstrationtohisdreams,unfoldingeachdayin alignmentwithhisvisionof patient-centric,inclusive,and satisfying healthcare. AffordableAspirations Dr.NadeemrevealsthatatVaricose&More,theirprimary focushasbeenon offeringLow-CostVascular Surgery. However,heemphasizesthattheirsecond,thoughequally significant,strategyis moreofa personalattitude—Service. Regardlessofthecircumstances,thepatientalwaystakes precedence. Expressingaspirationsforthefuture,Dr.Nadeemenvisions providinghisservicesacrossIndia.To achievethis,Dr Nadeemiscommittedtocontinuouslearningand improvement,activelyparticipatinginContinuingMedical Education(CME)sessions,conferences,workshops,and fieldofvascularsurgeryinJammuandbeyond,bridging horizonsandtransformingthehealthcarelandscape. Beyond Surgery Vascular surgeryservesasacrucialcomponentinmanaging aspectrumofvasculardiseases,playingapivotalrolein alleviatingpain,enhancingmobility,andpreventingsevere complicationsassociatedwiththeseconditions.Thenature oftherequiredvascularsurgeryiscontingentuponthe specificvasculardiseaseandtheuniquecircumstances of eachpatient. AtVaricose&More,theconnectionwitheachpatientis profound,withacommitmentthattranscendstheoperating room.Theteamispersonallyinvolvedineveryaspectof patientmanagement,emphasizingthattheirresponsibility doesn'tconcludepost-surgery.Infact,thatmarksthe commencementof theirdedicated involvement. Regular observation,feedbacksessions,andconstantaccessibility underscoreVaricose & More's dedication to comprehensive and patient-centricvascular care. Balancing Responsibility and Passion ForDr.Nadeem,theresponsibilitiesofasurgeonaren't perceivedaseasy,yettheydon'tfallintothecategoryof beingexcessivelychallenging.Hecontemplates,"Surgeryissomethingthat'sbecomewhoIam.Icanrelateto surgery assomethingthat identifiesmeasapersonanddefines me."

  16. otheravenuesofprofessionaldevelopmentbothatnational aswellasinternationallevel.Thiscommitmentensures that Varicose&Morestaysupdatedandupgraded,offering cutting-edgeandhigh-qualityvascularcare services. GuidetoGenuineServiceinHealthcare Insharinginsightswithfellowhealthcareprofessionals, Dr. Nadeemimpartswisdomdrawnfromhisownexperience. Heemphasizesthepivotalroleofhealthcareproviders, recognizingthemaspotentiallythelargestserviceindustry inthecountry. "We shouldn'tforgetthat.Weareserviceproviders,andwe shouldknowthatourclientisourpatient,"advisesDr. Nadeem.Hiscounselencourageshonestyindealingswith patients,advocatingforflexibility,suchasoffering discounts.Heunderscoresthedistinctionbetween healthcareprovidersandconventionalbusinesses,noting thathealthcareprofessionalsarenotmereshopkeeperswith fixedrates. Hisfinalpieceofadviceechoesacommitmenttoconstant availability:"Bethereforthemmostofthetime."This highlightstheimportanceofacontinuousand supportive presenceinthepatient'shealthcarejourney,emphasizing theservice-orientednatureofthehealthcare profession. Excellence Dr.Nadeem,humbledandgratefulforbeing acknowledged amongIndia's10Best Surgeons,shareshissentiments,stating, "Well,Ican'tthankAlmightyenoughfor bestowinghismercyandblessingsbecause I'mcertaintherearemanymoredeserving peopleoutthere." Reflectingontherecognition,heunderlines thecorephilosophyofVaricose&More, stating,"As farasV&M isconcerned,its mainaimandmypersonalideologyhave alwaysbeentoprovidethebestpossible servicewithinourcapacityandtrytocover as manypeople as possible." Celebrating

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  18. SurgicalConfidence India'sMedicalField T hehealthcareindustry,particularlyinsurgical surgeonscanbuildtrustandestablish meaningful connectionswiththeirpatients. Empathy: Connecting on a Human Level Empathyplaysapivotalroleinfosteringtrustbetween surgeonsandpatients.Surgerycanbeadauntingand emotionallychargedexperienceforpatients,andempathy helpsbridgethegap,allowingsurgeonstoconnect with theirpatientsonahumanlevel.Bydemonstrating understandingandcompassion,surgeonscanalleviate patients'fearsandanxieties,buildingtrustandfosteringa senseofpartnershipinthehealingprocess. EffectiveCommunication:BuildingTransparencyand Understanding Clearandtransparentcommunicationisessentialfor buildingtrustinsurgery.Surgeonsmustcommunicate openlyandhonestlywiththeirpatients,providing clear explanationsofdiagnoses,treatmentoptions,andpotential risks.Listeningattentivelytopatients'concernsand questionsisequallyimportant,asitdemonstratesrespect fortheirautonomyandfostersacollaborativerelationship builtontrust andmutual understanding. PatientEducation:EmpoweringInformedDecision- Making Educatingpatientsabouttheirconditionandtreatment optionsempowersthemtomakeinformeddecisionsabout theirhealthcare.Surgeonsplayacrucialroleinpatient education,providingcomprehensiveinformationand procedures,trustisnotjustadesirablequality—it's essential.Patientsundergoingsurgeryplacean immenseamountoffaithintheir surgeons,relyingon their expertise,empathy,andcommunicationskillstoguidethem throughachallengingandvulnerabletime.InIndia'sdiverseanddynamicmedicallandscape,wherecultural nuancesintersectwithmodernhealthcarepractices,the notionoftrusttakesonadded significance. Let's explore thecriticalroleoftrustinIndia'smedicallandscape,focusingonhow surgeons cancultivatetrustto instill confidencein theirpatients! Competence: TheFoundationofTrust Competenceformsthecornerstoneoftrustinsurgery. Surgeonsundergorigoroustrainingandeducationto developtheirtechnicalskills.However,competence extendsbeyondtechnicalproficiencytoencompassa surgeon'sabilitytounderstandandaddresspatients'needs effectively.Patientsseekreassurancethattheirsurgeon is capableand knowledgeable, capableof guiding them throughtheirhealthcarejourneywithconfidence. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding Patient Perspectives India'sdiverseculturallandscapesignificantlyinfluences patients'perceptionsofhealthcare.Surgeonsmust be sensitivetotheseculturalnuances,acknowledging and respectingpatients'beliefsandvalues.Byunderstandingandincorporatingculturalconsiderationsintotheirpractice, ExploringTruMWithin February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  19. guidancetohelppatientsnavigatetheirtreatmentjourney confidently.Byfosteringacultureofpatienteducation, surgeonscanbuildtrustandempowerpatientstotakean activeroleinmanagingtheirhealth. BalancingTechnology with HumanTouch Whiletechnologicaladvancementshaverevolutionized surgicaltechniques,thehumantouchremainsessentialin buildingtrustwithpatients.Surgeonsmuststrikeabalance betweenleveragingtechnologytoenhancesurgicalprecisionandmaintainingcompassionate,patient-centered care.Bycombiningtechnicalexpertisewithempathy and compassion,surgeonscancreateasupportiveandreassuringenvironmentfortheirpatients,fosteringtrustand confidencein theirabilities. TrustinMarginalized Communities:Addressing BarrierstoAccess Inmarginalized communities, trust in healthcare institutions maybecompromisedduetohistorical,cultural, or socioeconomicfactors.Surgeonsmustactivelyworktobuildtrustwithinthesecommunities,addressingbarriersto accessanddeliveringculturallysensitivecare.Byengaging with community leaders,addressing misconceptions,and providingaccessibleandequitablehealthcareservices, surgeonscanbuildtrustandimprovehealthoutcomes in marginalizedpopulations. EthicalPractice:UpholdingIntegrityand Accountability Ethicalpracticeisfundamentaltomaintainingtrustin surgery.Patientsentrusttheirlivesand well-beingto their surgeons,andanybreachofthattrustcanhavedevastating consequences.Surgeonsmustadheretohighethical standards,includingrespectingpatientconfidentiality, obtaininginformedconsent,andprioritizingpatientwelfare aboveallelse.Byupholdingintegrityand accountability, surgeonscanearnandmaintainthetrustoftheirpatients andthebroadercommunity. CollaborationandTeamwork:LeveragingCollective Expertise Collaborationamonghealthcareprofessionalsisessential fordeliveringcomprehensiveandcoordinatedcareto patients.Surgeonsoftenworkaspartofmultidisciplinary teams,collaboratingwithspecialistsfromvariousfields to addresscomplex medicalconditionseffectively. This collaborativeapproachenhancespatientoutcomesand instills confidenceinthehealthcareteam's collective expertise,fosteringtrustandreassuranceinpatients. ContinuousLearningandProfessional Development Intherapidlyevolvingfieldofsurgery,continuouslearning andprofessionaldevelopmentareessentialformaintaining competenceandtrust.Surgeonsmuststayabreastofthe latestadvancements,evidence-basedpractices, and technologicalinnovationstodeliverthehighestqualitycare totheirpatients.Byinvestinginlifelonglearningand professionalgrowth,surgeonsdemonstratetheir commitmenttoexcellenceandcontinuous improvement, earningthetrustand confidence oftheir patients. Conclusion TrustisthefoundationofsurgicalconfidenceinIndia's medicalsector.Surgeonscancultivatetrust by demonstratingcompetence,empathy,effective communication,andculturalsensitivity.Patienteducation, ethicalpractice,collaboration,andcontinuouslearning are alsoessentialforbuildingandmaintainingtrustwith patients.Byprioritizingtrustandfosteringmeaningful connectionswiththeirpatients,surgeonscanensurethat patientsfeelconfident,supported,andempowered throughouttheirhealthcarejourney. -PoojaShah February 2024 www.insightscare.in

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  21. ProfDr. AnIconicPersonalityinSurgicalExpertise Wexperience,apassionforhealing,orthe Dr.Mohan'spracticeprimarilyrevolvesaround facialplasticsurgeryand ENTprocedures,wherehe hasgainedimmense expertise. culminatinginadistinguishedcareerspanningovera decade. Hisquestforexcellenceledhimtoundertakefellowshipsin specialplasticsurgeryinprestigiousinstitutionsabroad.He pursuedadvancedtrainingintheUnitedStates,atMichigan,followedbyafellowshipinSydney,theesteemed Garnet-PasseFellowshipin2000. Dr.Mohan'spracticeprimarilyrevolvesaroundfacial plasticsurgeryandENTprocedures,wherehehasgained immenseexpertise.Heoffersawidearrayofservices encompassingbothsurgicalandnon-surgicalinterventions, cateringtodiverseneeds. Inthefieldofnon-surgicalprocedures,Dr.Mohan specializesintechniquessuchasBotox,fillers,threads, peels,andlasers,providingeffective solutionsforfacial rejuvenation.Hissurgicalskillsetincludescomplex procedureslikenoseshaping,earformation(pinna), blepharoplasty,andaddressingfacialwrinkles. Notably,heisrenownedforhisexpertiseinperineal rejuvenation,particularlytailoredforwomen.Additionally, hattrulydistinguishesasurgeonasthe finestin their field? Isittheculminationofyearsof masteryofskillscultivatedover decades?Aswedig deeper intothisquestion,weencounterindividualswhonotonly possessprecisesurgicalskillsbutalsodisplayaprofound commitment to healing. Intheleagueoftheseexceptionalhealthcareleadersstands ProfDr.MohanJagade,anENT,andFacialPlastic Surgeonwhosejourneyillustratesthe convergenceofskill, compassion,anddedication.Withoverthreedecadesof servicetohiscredit,Dr.Mohanhascarvedanichefor himselfasatrustedguardianofhealthandwellbeing, leavinganunforgettable markon thelivesof countless individuals.HeacquiredhismedicaltrainingatSassoon HospitalandJJGroupofHospital. Dr.Mohan'sillustriouscareerspansacrossvariousesteemedinstitutionsinthebustlingcityofMumbai.His expertiseasaconsultantinENTandmaxillofacialplastic surgery,coupledwithaprofoundunderstandingofcosmetic andaestheticplasticsurgery,highlightshisversatilityand depthofknowledgeinthefield. Inthepursuit ofidentifying thebest surgeons,our journeyledustoProfDr.MohanJagade,whoseprofessionalpath servesasaninspirationtoaspiring surgeonsacrossthe nation! ThePursuit ofSurgical Excellence Dr.Mohanembarkedonhisjourneyintotheworldof surgerywithaMasterofSurgeryinENT.Postthathe pursuedfurtherspecializationinplasticsurgery, MohanJagade February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  22. India's5BestSurgeons: Trustedby Millions Dr.Mohanisactivelyinvolvedinthemanagementof head andneckcancer. Trained toRejuvenate Rightfromthebeginning,Dr.Mohan'sfascination with facialplasticsurgerywasclear.However,Indialacked specificcoursesleadingtoadegreeinfacialplasticsurgery atthetime.Determined,hechartedhispathbyfirst obtaininganMSinENT,followedbyanMChinplastic surgery.DuringhisMChplasticstudies,heindulgedin comprehensivetrainingcoveringtheentirebody. Despitethisbroadfoundation,Dr.Mohan'spassion remainedrootedinfacialplasticsurgery.Overtime, he chosetospecializeandconcentrateprimarilyonthis complexfield.Inrecentyears,heexpandedhisfocusto includeperinealrejuvenation,recognizingthegrowing demandfromwomenintheir50sand60s.These individualssoughttoreclaimayouthfulappearanceinan areaoftenoverlooked,facingissuessuchasincontinence, stress,anddrynessasthey age. Empowering Patients Withover7,200successfulRhinoplastyproceduresunder hisbelt,Dr.Mohanexemplifiesapatient-centricapproach thatreliesontrustandactiveinvolvement.For Dr.Mohan, establishing trustisacombinationofword-of-mouth referrals,displaying before-and-afterphotographs,and transparentlydiscussingpreoperativeimageswithpatients. Thisapproachnotonlybuildstrustbutalsoallowsthe resultstospeakforthemselves,solidifyinghisreputationas atrustedpractitionerinhisfield. Inthefieldofcosmeticprocedures,Dr.Mohanunderlines theimportanceofpatientinvolvementindecision-making. Recognizingthatcosmeticproceduresaredeeplypersonal anddrivenbyindividualpreferences,heemphasizesthe necessityofopencommunicationandcollaborationwith thepatient.Unlikeincasesofmedicalnecessity,suchas cancertreatment,wherethepractitionerguidesthecourse ofaction,cosmeticproceduresareentirelypatient-driven. Dr.Mohanhighlightsthesignificanceofunderstandingthe patient'sdesiresandpreferences,whetheritisarequestforadimplecreationoraspecificfacialenhancement.Inthis patient-centricapproach,thepatient'sinputguidesthe entire process,ensuringthattheiraestheticgoalsare met satisfactorily. MasteringtheArtofRhinoplasty Rhinoplasty, ornosereshaping,is Dr. Mohan'sforte, encompassingbothinternalandexternalmodificationsto enhancetheformandfunctionofthenose.Withprecision andfinesse,hetransformshispatients'nasalcontours, achievingharmoniousbalanceandaestheticappeal. Dr.Mohan'sexpertiseliesintheintricateartofrhinoplasty, askillthathehasperfectedoveryearsofdedicated practice.DescribinghimselfasaFacialPlasticSurgeon first,hebringsauniqueblendoftalentstohiscraft,with additionalproficiencies asanENTsurgeonandheadand necksurgeon. AsaFacialPlasticSurgeon,Dr.Mohanprioritizes the artistryoffacialrejuvenation,utilizinghiskeeneyefor detailtoachieve natural-lookingresults.His comprehensive approachextendsbeyondthenose,encompassingtheentire spectrumoffacialaesthetics. ProfDr.MohanJagade, ENTandFacialPlasticSurgeon February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  23. EthicalStandardsinFacialSurgery Dr.Mohan'spracticeinfacialsurgeryadherestostringent ethicalprinciples,ensuringthehigheststandards ofpatientcareandsafety.Withinthespectrumofprocedures heperforms,acleardistinctionexistsbetweencosmetic andreconstructivesurgeries,eachgovernedbydistinct protocols. Reconstructiveproceduresaddressmedicalnecessityand aretypicallyrecommendedbyhealthcareprofessionals basedonpatientneeds.Theseinterventionsaimtorestore functionandimprovequalityoflife,withdecisions guidedbymedicalexpertiseandpatientwell-being. Conversely,cosmeticsurgeriesaredrivenbypatient preferencesanddesiresforaestheticenhancement.In suchcases,patientscommunicatetheirdesiredoutcomes, andDr.Mohanworkscloselywiththemtounderstand theirgoalsandprovideexpertguidance.Priortoany procedure,comprehensiveconsentformsarecarefully prepared,ensuringthatpatientsarefullyinformedabout therisks,benefits, andalternativesassociatedwiththeir chosentreatment. Asaproudmemberofthe IndianAssociation ofAesthetic PlasticSurgeons,Dr.Mohanupholdstheorganization's principlesofethicalpracticeandpatient-centeredcare. Throughhisaffiliationwiththisesteemedbody,Dr. Mohanreaffirmshiscommitmenttodeliveringethical, responsible,andcompassionatecaretoallhispatients. Byprioritizingpatientsafety,informedconsent,and ethical decision-making,heupholdsthehighestidealsof medicalpracticeinthefieldoffacialsurgery. AStoryofResilience Dr.Mohanrecountsaheartfeltincidentfromhissurgical journey,onethathighlightedtheunpredictablenatureof hiscraftandtheresilienceofthehumanspirit.Apatient arrivedathisclinicwithfacialtrauma,compoundedby thepreviouslossofoneeyeduetoan accident. Duringthedelicateproceduretoaddressthefacial fracture,Dr.Mohanobservedanunexpectedoccurrence– Dilatationofthepupilinthepatient'sremainingeye. Whilethisanomalymomentarilyunsettledhim, he remainedcomposed,focusingoncompletingthe operationwithprecisionandcare. Asaproudmemberofthe IndianAssociationof AestheticPlastic Surgeons,Dr.Mohan upholdsthe organization's principlesof ethical practiceandpatient- centeredcare. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  24. Despitethebriefmomentofconcern,Dr.Mohan'sexpertise prevailed,andthesurgeryconcludedsuccessfully.As the patientemergedfromanesthesia,Dr.Mohanconducteda simpleyetcrucialtest,askinghimtoidentifythenumberof fingersheldbeforehiseye.Withrelief,thepatient respondedcorrectly,reaffirmingtheintegrityofhis vision. ShapingFutureSurgeons Dr.Mohanimpartsinvaluableadvicetobuddingsurgeons, emphasizingtheimportanceofcadaverictrainingasa foundationforsurgicalexpertise.Headvocatesforthe initialexplorationoftechniquesandprocedureson cadavers. InIndia,manyopportunitiesforcadaverictraining have emerged,providingsurgeonswithdedicatedspacesto refinetheirskillsundersupervisedconditions. However,Dr.Mohanunderscoresthecriticalimportanceof complementingpracticalexperienceswithrigorous theoreticalstudy.Priortoengagingincadaverictraining, surgeonsmustinvesttimeinreadingandpreparation, ensuringawell-roundedunderstandingofsurgical principlesandtechniques. Byembracingcadaverictrainingasacornerstoneoftheir professionaldevelopment,aspiringsurgeonscanembarkon theircareerswithconfidenceandcompetence. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

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  26. PrecisionandCompassion Exploring ofSurgeons Icompassiontowardstheirpatients.Themultifaceted perceiveascompassionate.Patientsvaluebeingunderstood andbelieved,highlightingthe significance ofempathyand rapport-buildinginmedicalencounters.Surgeons who demonstrategenuinecareandconcernfortheirpatients forgedeeperconnections,fosteringtrustandconfidence in theirabilities. AddressingTrustErosionintheMedicalProfession InthecontextofIndia'shealthcarelandscape,there has beenaconcerningerosionoftrustinthemedical profession.Thisunderscorestheimperativeforsurgeonsto addressthisissuethroughinstitutionalchangesand enhancedregulatoryoversight.Trustisfundamentalin healthcare,bridgingthevulnerabilityanduncertainty inherentinmedicalcare.Itencompassespositive expectationsregardingthecompetenceandintentions of healthcareproviders.Thefragilityoftrustnecessitates continuous effortstomaintaintrustlevelsand cultivate effectivedoctor-patientrelationships. TheRoleofNarrativeMedicineinEnhancingEmpathy andTrust Narrativemedicineoffersacompellingmodelforfostering empathy,reflection,professionalism,andtrustinhealthcare settings.Itemphasizestheimportanceofnarrative competenceforphysicianstoconnectwithpatients, understandtheirexperiences,andnavigatecomplex healthcaresystems.Throughstorytellingandactive listening,surgeonscangaininsightintotheirpatients' perspectives,allowingformoreempatheticandpatient- nhealthcare,surgeonsoccupyapivotalposition, blendingtechnicalprecisionwithaprofoundsenseof natureoftheirroleextendsbeyondtheoperatingtheater, encompassingempathetic communication, trust-building, andacommitmenttoethical practice. Aswedelvedeeperintothedynamicsofsurgicalcare, itbecomesevidentthatthefusionof precisionand compassion forms the bedrock of effectivepatient-centered healthcaredelivery! PrecisioninMedical Procedures:BeyondTechnicalSkill Thecornerstoneofsurgicalpracticeliesintheprecisionof medicalprocedures.Surgeonsundergoextensivetraining andeducationtomastertheintricaciesoftheircraft,honing theirtechnicalskillstoachieveoptimaloutcomesfortheir patients.Fromdelicatemaneuversintheoperatingroomto meticulouspre-operativeplanning,precisionservesasthe guidingprincipleineveryaspectofsurgicalcare.Throughacombinationofexpertise,experience,andattentionto detail,surgeonsstrivetodeliversafeandeffective treatmentsthataddresstheuniqueneedsofeachpatient. TheCrucialElementofCompassion Compassionisthebeatingheartofhealthcare,infusing everyinteractionbetweensurgeonsandtheirpatientswith empathyandunderstanding.Researchunderscoresthe importanceofcompassionasmorethanjustasentiment—it involvestangibleactionsandbehaviorsthatpatients theCrucialRole February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  27. centeredcare.Byincorporatingnarrativemedicine principlesintotheirpractice,surgeonscanstrengthentrust andenhancetheoverallpatientexperience. RespondingtoPatientClues:StrengtheningthePatient- Physician Relationship Inbothprimarycareandsurgicalsettings,patientsoften providecluesthatpresentopportunitiesforphysiciansto expressempathyandstrengthenthepatient-physician relationship.Respondingtothesecuespositivelycan enhancethetherapeuticallianceandimprovepatient outcomes.Theinterplaybetweenpatientcluesand physicianresponsesunderscorestheimportanceof empatheticcommunicationinbuildingtrustanddelivering high-quality care. TheImpactofEmpathyonPatient Outcomes Empathyplaysacrucialroleinthepracticeofhealthand socialcareprofessionals,influencingpatientoutcomes, satisfaction,andadherencetotreatmentplans. Understandingpatients'emotionalandsocialconcerns, in additiontotheirbiomedicalneeds,isessentialforproviding patient-centeredcarethatdemonstratesrespectand compassion.Surgeonswhoprioritizeempathyintheir interactionswithpatientscontributetobetterclinical outcomesandfosterasenseoftrustandpartnershipinthe healingprocess. ContinuousProfessionalDevelopment:Enhancing Surgical Expertise Continuousprofessionaldevelopmentisessentialfor surgeonstostayabreastofthelatestadvancementsandbest practicesintheirfield. Byengaginginongoing education, attendingconferences,andparticipatinginskillsworkshops,surgeonscanenhancetheirsurgicalexpertise andmaintainhighstandardsofcare.Continuous learningnotonlyensurestechnical proficiency butalso demonstrates acommitmenttoexcellenceandcontinuousimprovement, earningthetrustand confidenceof patients. EthicalPractice:UpholdingIntegrityandPatient Welfare Ethicalpracticeisparamountinmaintainingtrustand confidenceinthemedicalprofession.Surgeonsmustadhere tostrictethicalstandards,includingrespectingpatient confidentiality,obtaininginformedconsent,andprioritizing patientwelfareaboveallelse.Byupholdingintegrityand accountabilityintheirpractice,surgeonsreinforcethetrust placedinthembypatientsandthebroader community. Ethicalconductisnotonlyaprofessionalobligationbut alsoamoralimperative,ensuringthatpatientsreceivecare thatisbothsafeand compassionate. Conclusion: Integrating Precision and Compassion forOptimal Patient Care Inconclusion,theroleofsurgeonsinhealthcaretranscends technicalproficiencytoencompasscompassion,empathy, andtrust-buildingwithpatients.Byintegratingprecision andcompassionintotheirpractice,surgeonscanenhance thepatientexperience,strengthenthedoctor-patient relationship,andcontributetoimprovedhealthcare outcomes.Asguardiansofhealthandwell-being,surgeons wieldnotonlyscalpelsbutalsothetransformativepowerof compassion,enrichingthelivesoftheirpatientsone procedureatatime. -PoojaShah February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  28. India's5BestSurgeons: Trustedby Millions Dr.(Prof.) RajuVaishya EpitomeofOrthopaedicSurgeryandResearchinIndia Tprecisionandexpertise.Inthisdiscipline,one hefieldofsurgicalcareiscomplexandnavigating India,Dr.RajupursuedfurtherstudiesattheUniversityof Birmingham&Liverpool,U.K.Hisqualificationsinclude anMBBSfromJiwaji University, anMS(Orth)from Jiwaji University,andanMCh(Orth)fromLiverpoolUniversity, England,whereheachievedthedistinctionofbeingthe youngestevertocompletetheprogramattheageof30. Notably,Dr.Rajuhasearnedprestigiousrecognitions such asFRCS(London)fromtheRoyalCollegeofSurgeonsof EnglandandFACS(USA)fromtheAmericanCollege of Surgeons,showcasinghiscommitmenttoadvancing surgicalexcellenceonaglobalscale. OurexclusiveinteractionwithDr.Rajuwas insightful revealing thechallengesandtriumphsthathave sculpted himintotheexemplaryfigureheistoday. ThreeDecadesofSurgicalExcellence Dr.Raju,withagloriouscareerspanning37yearsin OrthopaedicsandJointReplacementSurgery,embarkedon hisprofessionaljourneyin1983.HispursuitbeganatGR MedicalCollege,Gwalior,whereheenrolledinthe postgraduatedegreecourseofMS.AfterobtaininghisMS in1986,DrRajusethissightsontheUnitedKingdomfor highersurgicaltrainingin1987,undertakingtheprestigious programatRobertJonesandAgnesHuntOrthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry. Followingthis,heachievedhisMCh degreeatLiverpoolUniversityin1990,becoming the youngestevertodosoattheageof30. ReturningtoIndia, Dr.Rajudedicatedhisskillstohis hometown,Gwalior,until1985,afterwhichhemovedto IndraprasthaApollo Hospital,New Delhi.Joiningas the SeniorConsultant,hehasremainedcommittedatthe hospital, contributingsignificantlyto thefield. Throughouthisprofessionaljourney,Dr.Rajuhasexcelled inarthroscopicandjointreplacement surgeries,completing over10,000operations.Beyondclinicalexcellence,he activelyengagesinacademicpursuits,involvingresearch, thiscriticaldomaindemandsadelicatebalanceof individualemergesasamodelofmastery-Dr.(Prof.) RajuVaishya. Withanillustriouscareerspanningoverthreedecades,Dr. RajuisadistinguishedOrthopaedicSurgeonrenownedfor his proficiencyinjointreplacementand arthroscopic surgery.AsaseasonedsurgeonatIndraprasthaApollo Hospitals,Delhi,henotonlyperformscomplexsurgeries withfinesse butalsoimpartshisknowledge through extensiveconsultation. Beyondtheoperatingroom,Dr.Rajuhadassumedthe responsibilitiesof Editor-in-Chief ofseveral esteemed Journals.Hisintellectualfootprintextendsacrossnumerous internationalandnationalOrthopaedicjournals,books,and blogs,allstemmingfromhisrichclinicalexperiences. ThejourneyofexpertiseforDr.Rajutranscendsborders. Havingundergonefouryearsofspecializedhighersurgical traininginjointreplacementandarthroscopicsurgery, especiallyinkneeandhip,atreveredinstitutionsinthe UnitedKingdom,includingRobertJones&AgnesHunt OrthopaedicHospitals,Oswestry,andRoyalLiverpool Children'sHospital,Dr.Vaishyabrings aglobalperspective to his practice. Hisacademicpedigreemirrorsthebrillianceofhissurgical finesse.AgraduateofG.R.MedicalCollege,Gwalior, ‘‘ ‘ I amoftheviewthatclinical ‘ practiceshouldbeevidence-based andbeprovidedto the patientwith empathy. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  29. publicandprofessionallectures,andfreepubliccampsfor patients. DrRajutakesprideinhisextensiveresearchcontributions, stating,"Ihavemorethan750researchpublicationsin variousInternationalandNationalmedicaljournalsand havebeenlistedinthetop2%globalscientistslistof StanfordUniversity, USAforthelast3years successively." HiseditorialskillisevidentashesitsontheEditorial Board ofseveralmedicaljournals.DrRajuisarecipientof prestigiousawards,includingDrBCRoyAward,andBest PublicationawardsfromtheIndianArthroscopySociety, Delhi OrthopaedicAssociation, andApollo HospitalsGroup. Therecognitionextendstoglobalplatforms, withWikipediafeaturinghis profile. DrRajuhasearnedaplace intheLimcaBookofRecordsonfouroccasions,achieving aworldrecordbyperformingdualkneereplacementsina singlesitting on a 93-year-old individual. His remarkable contributionsduringtheCOVID-19pandemicearnedhim theAsiaBookofRecordsforthehighestnumberof publicationsintheshortest period. Inspirational Roots Dr.Raju,guidedbythefootstepsofhisfather,venturedon thenoblepathofmedicine.AseniorPhysicianinGwalior, Dr.PDVaishya's influence shapedtheaspirationsofhis son.OptingforOrthopaedics,DrRaju'sforesightinthe 1980srecognizedthegrowing significance ofthissurgical branch.Hisacademicexcellence,securingthetopposition inhismedicalcollegebatch,pavedthewayforhis specializationinOrthopaedics. ThelegacyofhealingextendsfurtherasDr.Rajuproudly shares,"Nowmyelderson,Dr.Abhishek,hasalsobecome anOrthopaedic Surgeon."Thismakesitthree successive generationsofdoctorsinthefamilyandmorethan40 doctorsoverallinallthe relatives. Healing with Excellence Forthepast28years,Dr.Rajuhasbeenanintegralpartof thehealthcarelegacy atIndraprasthaApollo Hospitals,New Delhi. IndraprasthaApolloHospitalsstandsasapremium healthcareestablishment,providinganurturing environmentthatplacespatientsafetyandgoodclinical practiceattheforefront.Dr.Rajuatteststotheinstitution's Dr. (Prof.)RajuVaishya(MBBS,MS,MCh,FRCS,FACS) ProfessorandSeniorConsultant(Department of OrthopaedicsandJointReplacementSurgery) IndraprasthaApolloHospitals,SaritaVihar,New Delhi supportforits staff, promotingaculturethatvaluesthe well-beingofbothpatientsandmedical professionals. DrRajuacknowledgesthepivotal roleApollo Hospitals playedinhisjourney,stating,"Inaddition,itsupportsand encouragestheacademicactivitiesforitsdoctors,which helpedmeexcelinthis field."Thehospital'sdedicationto supportingandpromotingacademicpursuitshasallowed himtothrivebothclinicallyandacademically. GuidedbyApolloHospital'svisionarymissionto 'Toucha BillionLives,' Dr. Rajualignshisownclinicaland academicpracticeswiththeinstitution'sethos.The hospital'scommitmenttobringinghealthcareof internationalstandardswithinthereachofeveryindividual has significantlyinfluencedDr. Raju'sapproachto patient care. Precisionin Practice Dr.Rajuhasdedicatedhisexpertisetoaspectrumof specializedareas,shapingacomprehensiveapproachto patientcare.Withafocusonjointreplacements, arthroscopicsurgery,complexfracturemanagement, regenerative,andsportsmedicine,Dr.Rajustandsatthe forefrontofadvancementsinOrthopaedics. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  30. Hisspecialinterestsreflectanuancedunderstanding of orthopaediccare: Dr.Raju'sadvicetothenextgenerationofsurgeonsis simpleyetprofound: BeSincereandEnjoyYourProfessionalWorkEmbraceEmpathyinPatient Care DeliverHealthcare withHonestyandtheBestAbilitiesIntegrate Research intoClinicalPractice Inthesewordsliestheessenceofa fulfilling and impactful career,wheresincerity,empathy,honesty,anda commitmenttocontinuouslearningpavethewayfor professionalexcellence. • Knee&HipSurgery(TotalJointReplacement& ArthroscopicSurgery) • RegenerativetherapyinOrthopaedics • 3-D Printing in Orthopaedics • ArthroscopicShoulderSurgery • Research&Publications • Arthritis & Osteoporosis Dr.Rajuemphasizeshisapproach,stating,"Iamoftheviewthatclinicalpracticeshouldbe evidence-basedandbe providedtothepatientwith empathy."Thisphilosophy underlinestheimportanceofcouplingclinicalpracticewith research,ensuringthatpatientcareisnotonlyempathetic butalsoinformedbythelatestevidence. TriumphOverTragedy Therearemomentsinsurgicalcarethattranscendthe boundariesofmedicineandbecometalesoftriumphagainst allodds.DrRaju,withhiscompassionate expertise, witnessedonesuchextraordinaryjourneywhenhetreateda youngladywithmultiplefracturesfollowingasevereroad trafficaccident. Theyoungladybroughttothehospitalinastateof shock afteratragicaccidentwherefiveoutofeightfellow travellerslosttheirlivesonthespot,presentedamedical challenge.DrRajutookcharge,carefullyoptimizingher medicalconditionbeforeembarkingonthecomplicated taskof fixing hermultiplefracturesofthepelvis,both thighsandnumerousribs. DrRajufelthighly satisfied whenhewentagainsttheodds andsuccessfullytreatedherinjuries.Withintwoweeks, the younglady, onceonthebrinkof despair, walkedoutofthe hospitalonherown.Herrecoverybecameasymbolof resilienceandhope.Theyoungladynotonlyrecoveredbut wentontoembracelifefully—gettingmarriedand becomingamother. WisdomforAspiring Surgeons Inaprofessionwhereprecisionmeetscompassion,Dr.Raju impartsinvaluablewisdomtothenextgenerationofaspiringsurgeons.Hisadvice,bornfromyears ofdedicationandsuccess,formsacompassforthose navigatingthechallengingyetrewardingpathofmedical practice. • HonoursandExpertise • Dr.Raju'sillustriouscareerisenhancedwith variousawards andrecognitions,testifyingto hiscommitmenttoexcellenceandcontinual pursuitofadvancedmedicalknowledge.Hehasavastexperienceof37yearsinOrthopedicsand JointReplacementsurgery,withspecialized surgicaltrainingatseveralworld-famouscenters: • AwardedA.O.fellowshipforgaining advancedtrainingintheoperative managementoffractures,inGermanyand Switzerland(1993). • Receivedspecializedtraininginarthroscopic surgeryoftheshoulder&kneefromDr. BrianColeatRushPresbyterianHospital, Chicago,USA(2003) • Receivedspecializedtraininginarthroscopic shouldersurgeryfromProf.SimonFrostick of LiverpoolUniversity,UK(2003-04) • Receivedhighersurgicalskillstrainingin arthroscopicshoulderproceduresfromDr. JoeDeBeer,CapeTown,SouthAfrica(2010) • AttendedKnee &Shoulderarthroscopy hands-on-workshop,Arthrolab,Munich, Germany(April2012) February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  31. Wthingyou'ddoisapproachadentist.Dentalcare henyoulookintothemirrorandnoticeadark blackspotinthecornerofyourteeth,thefirst isnotanewconcepttoday.Arisingnumberofpatientsare seekingit,andtraineddentistsareprovidingit. Dr.SnehaDivekar(BDS,FAD,FPC,MPSEN),after practicingdentistryforfifteenyears,developedherdesire tooptforsomething different.Thisledhertopursuesports dentistry, a fieldthatwasstillinitsinfancystagesand thus, wasuncommonamongsportsathletesanddentists. Despite thejourneybeingatoughone,Dr.Divekarwascommitted tobridgingthegapandconvincingathletesonseeking dentaltreatment,byspreadingawarenessamongboth dentistsaswell asathletes.As aresult, slowly butsurely, shecouldseethatthingsarechanginganditwon'tbetoo longbeforesportsdentalcarewillbefullyacceptedwithin thecommunity. BeingtheClinic DirectorofDentalFitness Clinic—Cosmetic&SportsDentistryCentre,Dr.Divekarserves herpatientswithawiderangeofdentalcareservices suchasteethcleaning,filling(cement),rootcanals,extractions, implants,bridges,dentures,etc.alongwithcosmetic dentistryservicesliketeethwhitening,compositeveneers, ceramicveneers,cosmeticgumcontouring,toothjewelry, andcompletesmilemakeovers.Inadditiontothisarrayof services,shealsoprovidessportsdentalcarewhich notonlyinvolvesgeneraldentaltreatmentsofathletes,butalso specifictreatmentslikegivingcustomfabricated mouthguards,dentalandfacialinjurymanagement, and multi-disciplinarymanagementofathlete'soralhealth. Inarecentinterviewwithourteam,Dr.Divekarsharesher journeytowardsleadingapathwayforsportsdentistry withinhercommunity. Followingaretheexcerptsfromtheinterview. Pleasebriefusaboutyourselfandtellusyoursourceof inspiration forventuring intoyourhealthcareniche. Iam Dr. SnehaDivekar, aCosmeticDentistand Sports Dentist.Ihavebeenpracticingdentistryforthelast fifteen yearsanditwasonlyinthelastfiveyearsthatIaminto SportsDentistry, whichismyniche.Whilepracticing routinegeneral dentistry, thequestoftryingtodo somethingdifferentandinterestingledmetoSports Dentistry.AndIdiscoveredthatdespiteitbeingaveryold Divekar February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  32. branchofdentistryforthelastthreedecadesincountries liketheUSA,theUK,andAustralia,itisstillinitsinfancy inIndiaandotherAsiancountries. Withboththesportsindustryanddentalindustrybooming rapidlyinIndiaandtheincreaseinpopularityofcontact sports,Irealizedthatithasbecomeessentialtointegrate dentalcaretobeanimportantpartofsportsmedicine.But thatthereisamajorgapintheknowledgeofboththe athleteandthedentistregardingsportsdentistryandthis canbeonlyfilledbyspreadingawarenessandcreatinga propereducationalresourceforthedentist.Itwasexactly withthisvisionthatIcreatedacoursecalled "Certificatein SportsDentistry"inJuly2018whichwasathreemonths distancelearningcourse,afirstcourseforDentistsinIndia. Icollaboratedwithasportsinstitutecalled"Instituteof SportsScienceandTechnology"inPuneforthesame.They areoneoftheleadingsportsacademiesinIndiaconducting varioussports-relatedclassroomanddistancelearning coursesforthepastfifteenyears. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  33. Kindlyelaborateuponyourjourneyastheguiding light ofyourorganization, andhow you havepositioned it as areliablenameinthehealthcaresector. Thishasnotbeenaneasyjourney;runningaclinic,running acourse(thattooonacompletelynewtopic),andrunninga houseallatoncebecomesadauntingtask.Youcannothave abalanceeverytimebutyoulearntohandleit eventually. Alsotobealeaderinsuchanichetopicrequiresalotof academicupgradations.Inthelastfiveyears,Ihavedone FellowshipinAesthetic Dentistry,Diplomain Sports Science,aMaster'sPrograminSportsandExercise Nutrition,and FellowshipinPsychology Counselling.All thiswasdonetounderstanddentistry, notjustfromthe curativepointorcosmeticpointofview,butfroma preventivepointofviewtounderstandthecorrelation between dentistry,nutrition,andpsychology. Ithasmademefirmlybelievethatoralhealthandgeneralareoftenco- related.Tounderstandthisco-relationevenbetter,Idida "CertificateinGeriatricMedicineandGerontology"course whichisnow benefiting myseniorpatientsalot. Doingallthishasimmenselyimpactedmypracticeand helpedmeguidemypatients.Infact,bydoingjusta dental check-up,IhaverecommendedBSLteststomany patients throughwhichtheywereabletodiscoverdiabetes,whichis nowundercontrolandtheythankmeforthis.Creating awarenessaboutsportsorathletedentalcare,wasatough taskastheyareapprehensiveandhavekeptoralhealth as thelast priority. Sotoconvinceathletesfordentalcheck- upsandundergodentaltreatments,alltheverticalsinthe sportsindustryhavetobetouchedupon,especiallythe coachesandparents.Thus,forbothdentistsandathletes,I havebeentakingthe"DentalCareandDentalInjury Awarenessprogram"formanyyears–bothonlineand offline.Nowthingsareslowlychanging.People, sports clubs,schools,andalsosportsmedicineassociationsare nowinvitingmeforsuchawarenesslectures.Anditis hearteningtoseethatslowlybutsurelysportsdentalcareis gettingacceptedintotheIndiansports community. Asthe representation of women in the healthcaresector hasincreased, isthe sectorfocusingon the needsof womenmorethaneverbefore? Yesdefinitely Iseealotofchangeasrepresentationof womenisincreasinginallsectorsincludingthehealthcare sector. Itnotonlyopensuplotofopportunitiesforwomen, butalsowomenhealthcareprofessionalscanfocusbetter on thehealthcareneedsofwomen.Insyncwiththis,Ihave beentakingmanyawarenesslecturesforWomen dental Canyouelaboratemoreabouttheservicesthatyou provideunderyourleadership? Myclinic,DentalFitness(DentalClinic&Polyclinic)was establishedin2012andsincethenwehavebeenproviding alltypesofroutinedentalservicesliketeethcleaning, fillings(cements),rootcanals,extractions,implants, bridges,dentures,andotherrelated,alongwithcosmetic dentistryservicesliketeethwhitening,compositeveneers, ceramicveneers,cosmeticgumcontouring,toothjewelry, andcompletesmilemakeovers.Wealsohavealotof geriatricpatients(seniorcitizens)comingtousfordental care. Tothisarrayofservices,sportsdentalcaregotaddedwhich includesnotonlygeneraldentaltreatmentsofathletes, but specifictreatmentslikegivingcustomfabricated mouthguards,dentalandfacialinjurymanagement,multi- disciplinarymanagementofathlete'soralhealthwithother sportshealthcareprofessionalslikethesportsphysician, sportsnutritionist,sports psychologist,and others. February 2024 www.insightscare.in

  34. careandChilddentalcare(whichisyetagaininaway linkedtowomen)inandaroundmyclinicinvarioushealth clubs,gyms,womenrelatedexhibitions, pre-schools, primaryschools,etc.Wealsoconductcombineddental+ general+gynaeccheck-upcampsforwomenaroundour partofthecityinKothrud/karvenagar,Pune. Also,now that my niche is sports dentistry, it is very interestinghowIamgettingtoknowfemaleathletesina better manner. Equalityinsportsisalsoontheriseandthe bestwaytointeractmorewithsuchwomenwasjoiningan organizationforwhich Ihavejoined anamazing organizationcalled"Womenin SportsIndia(WISI)Tribe". StartinginPune,it'snowaglobalcommunityforwomenin sportsandfitness.Inthis community, wehaveour online andofflinemeetings.Wehavenowstartedtoplanand executeeventsforfemaleathletesandIamapartofthe sportshealthcareteam.Infact,lastyear,onInternational Women'sDay8thMarch2022,Ihavemyarticle published on"SportsDentalCarefortheFemaleAthlete"whichwas likedandappreciatedbymany.Linkforthearticle: https://www.isst.co.in/2022/03/09/sports-dentistry-for-the-female-athlete/ Pleaseletusknowofanyachievementsorawardsthat youhavereceivedin yourhealthcareniche. Ihavebeenblessedtoreceivemanyawardsinappreciation ofmy efforts tobringSportsDentistrytoIndia.Ireceived the"BestConsultingDentalSurgeoninPune"atthe ontheoccasionofWomen'sDay.Ihavealsoreceivedthe "SportsDentistrySpeakeroftheYear2021"atGOMHA DentalAwards.The "RisingStarAward 2021" as aSports DentistfromIERCTGlobal.Ihaveagainbeenawardedthe "SportsDentistrySpeakeroftheYear2022"attheGOMHA DentalDivaAwards.Ihavealsoauthoredachapter"Sports DentistryforChildren andAdolescents"inthetextbook "PediatricDentistry–PrinciplesandPractice"whichgot publishedinOctober 2022. Lastly,howdoyouenvisionscalingyourorganization's servicesandyournicheworkinSportsDentistryin 2024 and beyond? Iamhappytoinformyouthatthecoursethatwestartedin July2018withalotofapprehensionshasnotonlyrun successfullyforthelastfouryears,butlastyearinSept 2022,wealsomanagedtoupgradeittoasix months "DiplomainSportsDentistry"programwhichisreceivinga greatresponse.Myvisionistotrainthousandsofdentistsin sportsdentistryinthenext 25-30years.Withour athletes winningaccoladesonaninternationallevel,letusgivethemthe benefit ofgoodoralhealthtohelpthem perform evenbetter. Myclinic,aptlynamedDentalFitness,isa Cosmetic&SportsDentistryCentreandourvisionisto spreadthemessageoforalhealthandbeautifulsmilestooneandall.Weaimtocollaboratewithother sports healthcareprofessionalsandestablishourselvesasaSports DentistrycumSportsRehabilitationcenterinthenear future. Women LeadershipAwardsheldinDelhion 8thMarch2020 February 2024 www.insightscare.in

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