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Padma Shri Doctor Urges Young Physicians to Prioritize Research and Lifelong Learning
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 07:37 AM
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A Padma Shri‑awarded physician has called on young doctors across India to concentrate on research and continuous medical education to advance patient care and the profession.
The Padma Shri awardee, a senior physician with decades of clinical experience, addressed a gathering of young doctors in a recent interview with The Hindu. He emphasized that the future of medicine hinges on rigorous research and evidence‑based practice.
In his remarks, the doctor urged trainees to dedicate a significant portion of their early careers to research projects, whether in clinical trials, public health studies, or basic science. He argued that hands‑on research cultivates critical thinking and keeps practitioners at the forefront of medical advances.
He also highlighted the importance of continuous medical education (CME). According to him, staying updated with the latest guidelines, technologies, and therapeutic modalities is essential for delivering high‑quality patient care.
The physician concluded by encouraging young doctors to seek mentorship, collaborate across specialties, and pursue research opportunities alongside their clinical duties, stating that such efforts will ultimately benefit both patients and the broader medical community.
In his remarks, the doctor urged trainees to dedicate a significant portion of their early careers to research projects, whether in clinical trials, public health studies, or basic science. He argued that hands‑on research cultivates critical thinking and keeps practitioners at the forefront of medical advances.
He also highlighted the importance of continuous medical education (CME). According to him, staying updated with the latest guidelines, technologies, and therapeutic modalities is essential for delivering high‑quality patient care.
The physician concluded by encouraging young doctors to seek mentorship, collaborate across specialties, and pursue research opportunities alongside their clinical duties, stating that such efforts will ultimately benefit both patients and the broader medical community.