Doctors' Day 2025: Honoring Vision, Compassion & Excellence in Healthcare
In India, Doctors' Day is celebrated on July 1st in memory of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a legendary physician and statesman whose contributions to medicine and public service remain an inspiration. His legacy represents the very ideals this day stands for—service, integrity, and dedication to humanity.
To mark this important occasion, Nandish Communication proudly presents the Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Health Awards 2025—a prestigious initiative aimed at recognizing outstanding doctors who have demonstrated exceptional vision, compassion, and excellence in their fields. This initiative is more than just an award—it's a heartfelt tribute to healthcare professionals who continue to go above and beyond in their service to society.
List of Awardees:
Dr. Ajit Desai - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Alpana Sowani - Service Excellence in Diabetology
Dr. Amit Goel - Service excellence in Kidney Transplant / UroOncology & Robotics
Dr. Anurag Garg – Service Excellence in Urology
Amitabh Psychology - Excellence in Personalized Career Counseling
Dr. Anil Kumar T - Service Excellence in Urology and Uro Oncology
Dr. Ankesh Sahetya - Service Excellence in Infertility & IVF
Dr. Anurag Awasthi - Service Excellence in Sports Injury, Joint Replacement & Regenerative Orthopedics
Dr. Anusha KS - Service Excellence in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Archana Arshanapally - Service Excellence in Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine
Dr. Archana Mohana - Service Excellence in Gynaecology and Obstetrics
Dr. Arpit Gupta - Service Excellence in Pediatrics - Child Treatment
Dr. Bandana Sodhi - Service Excellence in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Dr. Biswanath Gouda - Service Excellence in Laparoscopic Bariatric and Gastrointestinal Surgery
Dr. Chandan Choudhary - Service Excellence in Nephrology Treatment
Dr. Daljeet singh Chauhan - Service Excellence in Cardiology Practice
Dr. Deepak Kumar - Service Excellence in Advanced Laproscopic & Laser Surgery
Dr. Deepika Tiwari - Service Excellence in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Dhammdeep Humane - Service Excellence in Cardiology
Dr. G. Uma Sri - Service Excellence in Pulmonology
Dr. Gaurav Jaswal - Service Excellence in Oncology
Dr. Gayatri Deshpande - Excellence in Fertility Enhancing Laparoscopy & Robotic Surgery
Dr. Gerry George Mathew - Service Excellence in Kidney Transplant
Dr. Girish Sarada - Service Excellence in Cosmetic Dentistry
Prof Dr .G.S.Prabudoss - Service Excellence in Advanced Endoscopy
Dr. Harish Bajaj - Service Excellence in Cardiology Practice
Dr. Ishan Gupta - Service Excellence in Pulmonology
Dr. Jayant Thakuria - Service Excellence in Rheumatology
Dr. JPS Sawhney - Service Excellence in Cardiology Practice
Dr. Krishna Vijaykumar Patil - Service Excellence in Nephrology Treatment & Kidney Transplant
Dr. Lal Daga - Service Excellence in Cardiology & Interventions
Dr. Lavi Sindhu - Service Excellence in IVF Treatment
Dr. Lepakshi K - Service Excellence in Medical Oncology
Dr. M. Ramakrishna Reddy - Service Excellence in Pulmonologist
Dr. Malavika Singh - Excellence in Pediatric Dentistry and Early Childhood Development Advocacy
Dr. Mamta Vernekar Dighe - Service Excellence in Fertility Treatment & IVF
Dr. Manish Mahajan - Service Excellence in Nephrology Treatment & Kidney Transplant
Dr. Mayank Kapur - Service Excellence in Pulmonologist
Dr. Mudit Khanna - Service Excellence in Minimally Invasive Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgeries
Dr. Mukesh Bavishi - Service Excellence in Gynec Surgery & Gynec Cancer
Dr. Munindra Kumar - Service Excellence in Kidney Transplant
Prof. Dr. M Wali - Service Excellence in Cardiology
Dr. Naresh Agarwal - Service Excellence in Joint Replacement & Orthopedics
Dr. Nikunj Agrawal - Service Excellence in Joint Replacement Surgery , Arthroscopy and Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
Dr. Nikunj Vithalani - Service Excellence in Oncology
Dr. Pavan Kumar - Service Excellence in Cardiovascular Surgery
Dr. Pooja Babbar - Service Excellence in Oncology & Service Excellence in Precision Oncology
Dr. Pradeep Mahajan - Service Excellence in Healthcare Research
Dr. Pravin H Taware - Service Excellence in Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine
Dr. Priya Pradhan - Service Excellence in Pediatric Cardiologist
Dr. Puneet Verma - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Rahul Rane - Service Excellence in Spine Surgery & Knee Replacement Surgery
Dr. Rahul Singhal - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Rajeev Kumar Mittal - Service Excellence in Neonatology
Dr. Rakesh Tirmale - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Rashi S. Gupta - Service Excellence in Dental Care
Dr. Richa Singh - Service Excellence in Infertility Treatment
Dr. Rishit K Harbada - Service Excellence in Nephrology
Dr. Rohil Singh Kakkar - Service Excellence in Joint Replacement & Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Rohit Lamba - Service Excellence in Joint Replacement
Dr. Ruchi Tandon - Service Excellence in Mother and Child Health
Dr. S S Murthy - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology
Dr. S. L. N. Raju - Service Excellence in Urology
Dr. Sachin Bhonsle - Service Excellence in Knee Replacement
Dr. Safiuddin Nadwi - Excellence in Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery
Dr. Sameer Pilankar - Advanced Knee Arthroscopy for ACL Tear - Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff Tear
Dr. Sanjeev Varma - Service Excellence in Orthopaedics and Wellness
Dr. Santosh Nayak - Service Excellence in Dental Care and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Shalini Jain Nawal - Service Excellence in Fertility & IVF
Dr. Shekar M G - Service Excellence in Urooncology and Renal Transplantation
Dr. Shikha Tripathi - Excellence in Dental Care with Implants & Digital Dentistry
Dr. Shilanjan Roy - Service Excellence in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiology Practice
Dr. Shuchin Bajaj - Excellence in Transforming Healthcare through High Quality Affordable Medical Services
Dr. Simon Thomas - Service Excellence in Robotic Joint Replacements
Dr. Simrandeep Kaur - Service Excellence in Infertility Treatment
Dr. Sivaraman B - Service Excellence in Shoulder and Elbow
Prof. Dr. Sivarama Krishnan - Service Excellence in Kidney Transplant Surgery
Dr. Sonam Solanki - Service Excellence in Asthma Management
Dr. Waheed Zzaman - Service Excellence in Kidney Transplant / Urology
The awards are presented in association with Credent Connect N Care Pvt. Ltd., as Healthcare Partner, renowned for its patient-centric healthcare services and commitment to innovation and quality. Their mission to raise the standards of healthcare delivery makes them an ideal ally in this initiative to celebrate and recognize medical excellence.
AllTrak Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is the Technology Partner for this year's event. A pioneer in technology-driven solutions, AllTrak brings cutting-edge digital capabilities that enhance the delivery, efficiency, and impact of healthcare. Their expertise ensures that the awards event is seamless, impactful, and future-ready.
The Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Health Awards 2025 promises to be a memorable gathering of healthcare leaders, distinguished doctors, and innovators—united by their shared commitment to elevating human health and well-being. This platform celebrates not only the individual achievements of doctors but also the collective strength of a profession that continues to transform lives every day.
Through the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Health Awards, Nandish Communication, reaffirms its commitment to uplifting the healthcare community and spotlighting those who continue to make a profound difference in the lives of others.
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