Vijayawada: India is developing as a major centre of affordable medical tourism on the world stage said President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday
While addressing the first convocation of AIIMS, at Mangalagiri, near here, she said
doctors have a major role in this development.
The President said Indian doctors had achieved leading positions in the world’s developed countries based on their talent and hard work. “People from other countries visit India to take advantage of the medical facilities available here. India is developing as a major centre of affordable medical tourism on the world stage and doctors have a major role in this development,” she highlighted.
The President said medical sciences face new challenges according to time and circumstances, adding that new solutions are required to face such challenges. The Cytogenetic Laboratory of AIIMS, Mangalagiri is an effort in this direction, she stated. She expressed confidence that this institute will develop new research and treatments by using this laboratory.
The President told doctors that by choosing the medical profession, they have chosen the path of serving humanity. She advised doctors to pay attention to three common things to achieve success and respect – ‘service orientation’, ‘learning orientation’ and ‘research orientation’. She said if they have to choose between fame and fortune, they should give priority to fame.
She told MBBS graduates of the first batch that they are the first brand ambassadors of AIIMS, Mangalagiri in the medical fraternity, society, country and abroad.
The President said in the Indian tradition, prayers are offered for longevity and for remaining disease-free and healthy. She asserted that life and health are interconnected and this approach focuses on holistic health.
The President said she was happy to note that the motto of the AIIMS, Mangalagiri ‘Sakal Swasthya Sarvada’ is inspired by the ideals of holistic healthcare and healthcare for all. She acknowledged that the relentless promotion of holistic health and ensuring health for all should be the guiding principle of every medical professional at this Institute.
Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Minister for IT Nara Lokesh were among a host of leaders and prominent individuals who attended the programme.
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