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Private Circulation CMC Alumni Xpress Connect Online Edition 1 | Page CMC Connect July 2018 Volume XIV, Number 1 In This Issue Editorial Directors letter to the world wide Alumni p1 From the Alumni Association President P3 CMC NEWSLINE Change of guard p3 page Dr. Dinesh Badyal’s book on Pharmacology AHEAD 2018 Thalassemia Day INSTRUCT CARES 2018 SPOTLIGHT Dinesh Badyal Madhumita Mukerji InFOCUS Sharad Phillip Letters From the Editor-in-Chief Greetings! We are happy to give you the first edition of the CMC Alumni Xpress Connect an online monthly supplement to the print edition of the Alumni Xpress. In the pre-internet era, the source of information was snail mail. We looked forward to reading about the happenings at home, the news of achievements of friends and family,. These shared experiences - joys and achievements was the glue that binds the family. Today everything is a click away. The round the clock news and social media reports events as they are happening. With this monthly online supplement of the CMC Alumni Xpress Connect, we hope to be the bridge between the mothership and the CMC diaspora. This supplement has a section on LETTERS , A section on what has happened in CMC over the past months (CMC news -online), FACULTY Spotlight, Dr Dinesh Badyal and Mrs Madhumita Mukerjee, Alumnus in FOCUS ( alumnus being highlighted by a colleague/friend). We hope to have a section for Extra Mural and Overseas Alumniand “From the Archives.We would love to hear your views on how to better engage the alumni , please drop us a line at [email protected] Clarence J. Samuel „93 . The Director’s Letter to the Worldwide Alumni Dear Friends and Co- Alumnus This year 2018, is a year of change - A change in leadership, brought in by the Governing Board of CMC Ludhiana. On the 1 st of April 2018, I took over the mantle of leadership, as the new director of CMC Ludhiana. I would like to thank the governing body for entrusting me with the responsibility to lead this great institution to a new era. I take this opportunity to introduce myself. I was born and raised up in Ludhiana. I joined MBBS in 1984 and thereafter completed MS and MCh, Paediatric Surgery .I have served the institution in a variety of roles

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CMC Connect July 2018 Volume XIV, Number 1

In This Issue

Editorial

Directors letter to the

world wide Alumni p1

From the Alumni Association President P3

CMC NEWSLINE Change of guard p3

page

Dr. Dinesh

Badyal’s book on

Pharmacology

AHEAD 2018

Thalassemia Day

INSTRUCT

CARES 2018

SPOTLIGHT

Dinesh Badyal

Madhumita Mukerji

InFOCUS

Sharad Phillip

Letters

From the Editor-in-Chief

Greetings! We are happy to give you the first edition of the CMC Alumni Xpress Connect

an online monthly supplement to the print edition of the Alumni Xpress.

In the pre-internet era, the source of information was snail mail. We looked forward to

reading about the happenings at home, the news of achievements of friends and family,.

These shared experiences - joys and achievements was the glue that binds the family.

Today everything is a click away. The round the clock news and social media reports events

as they are happening.

With this monthly online supplement of the CMC Alumni Xpress Connect, we hope to be the

bridge between the mothership and the CMC diaspora.

This supplement has a section on LETTERS , A section on what has happened in CMC

over the past months (CMC news -online), FACULTY Spotlight, Dr Dinesh Badyal and Mrs

Madhumita Mukerjee, Alumnus in FOCUS ( alumnus being highlighted by a

colleague/friend). We hope to have a section for” Extra Mural and Overseas Alumni” and

“From the Archives.”

We would love to hear your views on how to better engage the alumni , please drop us a line

at [email protected]

Clarence J. Samuel „93

. The Director’s Letter to the Worldwide

Alumni

Dear Friends and Co- Alumnus This year 2018, is a year of change - A change in

leadership, brought in by the Governing Board of CMC

Ludhiana. On the 1stof April 2018, I took over the mantle

of leadership, as the new director of CMC Ludhiana. I

would like to thank the governing body for entrusting me

with the responsibility to lead this great institution to a

new era. I take this opportunity to introduce myself. I was

born and raised up in Ludhiana. I joined MBBS in 1984

and thereafter completed MS and MCh, Paediatric

Surgery .I have served the institution in a variety of roles

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EXTRAMURAL Overseas Alumni News

Contact Us

Association of Medical Alumni Christian Medical College, Ludhiana

– as the head of department of Paediatric Surgery, Deputy Director and Medical

Superintendent. Now as the director, I look forward to lead CMC with enthusiasm and

compassion. My contemporaries between 1984 and 1989 will know me personally as a

fellow hostel mate and college mate. Others will know me as a student or as a teacher.

My wife, Dr Kavita Mandrelle batch of 1985, is continuing to serve the hospital with me. She

joined the department of OBGY in 1993, completed DGO and MD at CMC Ludhiana and

thereafter did fellowship in Reproductive Medicine at

CMC, Vellore. She is now a Professor in the department

of OBGY. We have two sons, Dr.Sahir Bhatti who is now

completing his service agreement at Mission hospital,

Ferozepur and Vaibhav who is currently in 12th grade.

Greetings from us to all out there who love and care for

our alma mater. You are the ambassador of CMC to the

wider world outside. My salutations to you for the honour

and reputation you bring to CMC through your work and

life. It inspires us all when we hear you during the

reunion and founder‟s day celebrations. We feel proud to

belong to the same fraternity, who excel equally well in

academics, clinical medicine, research and social causes

within and out of India.

We will be celebrating CMC‟s 125 years of faithful service next year. It is the selfless service

by the doctors, nurses, paramedics and staff that has led to the institution‟s great reputation.

In the coming years, we do not want to simply „exist‟. Instead, the institution should reach

the pinnacle of its‟s glory by making a positive impact in an individual‟s life, whom we serve

by healing or teaching. CMC needs to become the “ First Choice” for patients, students,

faculty, researchers and the Establishment. As we face present and future challenges, we

need to work together to uphold CMC as a premier institution of medical care that is rooted

in Christ‟s teaching and benevolence.

I believe ours is the most vibrant, robust, resourceful and fun loving alumni body than

anywhere else in the world. I would like to praise the multiple roles played by you in the

wider society and thank you for the amazing support you have extended to the alma mater.

In the coming days, let us work at making this association between the Alumni and CMC

stronger. Let us discover newer ways in which there is greater engagement and a richer

interaction between the Alumni and CMC. Collaborative research, capacity building,

infrastructure development and human resource development.

May our bonds grow stronger as we join our hearts to take our Alma mater to a greater and

grander future.

I seek your help, ideas, suggestions, prayers and support at all times. Please email me at

[email protected] and [email protected]

With sincere regards

Dr William Bhatti

Director

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From the Alumni President Dear Friends,

It gives me immense pleasure to write in the first issue of monthly newsletter update called as

Alumni Express Connect. I am sure this new publication will help our entire

Alumni body to stay connected to their Alma Mater in a more frequent

manner. We are in the process of updating our Alumni directory with

email ids of all members so that no one is missed while we are trying to

connect with our vastly spread out global CMC Alumni. The present office

bearers of Alumni Association were elected on 24th March 2018 for a period

of three years. The previous Alumni Association team under the leadership of

Dr. Subhash Singla has created a very good platform for us to carry forward and have set

high standards. We hope we can continue the good work in a similar fashion. It is really

encouraging to have very enthusiastic members in the team as we plan the celebrations next

year as CMC‟s completes 125 years of excellence in patient care and medical education. We

are also going to celebrate Reunion of Batch of 1969 and 1988 on coming Founder‟s day on

24 March 2019.

I hope that this publication will bring us all together and „Connect‟ the CMC Global Alumni.

Looking forward to suggestions and feedback. The Alumni association can be contacted at [email protected] Dr. Ajay Kumar „95

My Work is for a King

Alumni Association 2018- 2020

President- Ajay Kumar „95

Vice Presidents- Kavita Mandrelle Bhatti, Navdeep Saini

Secretary- Kailash Chander „99

Joint Secretary-Madhulika Johnson‟02

Treasurer- Santosh Mathangi „95

Executive Members- Ravinder Thind, Clarence J. Samuel „93, Paul Sudhakar‟98, Neelu

Luther‟94, Sumeet David‟99

August Issue------ ahead of print----- New Sarai- Donated by the Batch of 1968

Reunion – Golden Jubilee of the Anesthesia course.

C-Arm System Donated for CMCs Hambran Center.

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CMC News-ONline

Change of Guard

Dr. Abraham G Thomas, ‟68, completed his 2nd

term as Director on 31st March (total of 10

years) and handed over the baton of leadership to Dr William Bhatti „84.. Dr Thomas had

spent 50 years of his career at CMC Ludhiana. He has done pioneering work in the field of

microsurgery and

Plastic surgery which

placed CMC on the

map The CMC

Ludhiana Society

members, faculty,

staff and the

prominent citizens of

Ludhiana bid farewell

to Dr Thomas appreciating his contribution to the health care in this region.

The dedication of the new team of administrators followed the farewell function.

Dr William Bhatti, ‟84 ,Professor and Head of

Pediatric Surgery was appointed as Director on

15th of February 2018 and assumed office from

1st of April 2018. He brings with him a rich

experience of administration after being a deputy

director and Medical Superintendent over the last

6 years.

Dr Jeyaraj D Pandian, Professor and Head of

Neurology took over as the Medical College

Principal. He was earlier the Dy Director

Research . He is an internationally known Stroke

expert and brings with him the expertise of working with World Stroke Organization, World

Health Organization, National Institute of Health Strokenet, USA, National Health and

Medical Research Council, Australia and Indian Council of Medical Research. Dr Pandian

would like to see CMC in the top 10 medical colleges in the country with focus on academic

excellence, progress in medical research and international collaboration.

Dr. Dhruv Ghosh, „90 is the new Associate Director who is a well-known Pediatric Surgeon

with overseas fellowships from Sydney and Perth. He was earlier the Deputy Director.

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Dr. Anil Luther, ‟89, took over as

the new Medical Superintendent.

He is the Professor of Surgery with

specialization in Vascular surgery

from Australia. He was earlier the

Associate Medical Superintendent.

His aim is to improve the Quality

of health care provided in the

hospital.

Dr. Mrs. Reena Jairus is the new

Principal of College of Nursing, She was earlier the Vice Principal and the Nursing

Superintendent and Ms.Kamlesh Gill took charge as the Nursing Superintendent, was earlier

the Associate Nursing Superintendent.

Mr PremMasih, Vice Chairman , Dr. Bimal Charles Treasurer, CMCL Society, Dr.Ajit

Singh, Mr. Rajinder Gupta (Chairman Trident Group), S. Omkar Singh Pahwa (Chairman,

Avon cycles), Mr. SP Oswal (Chairman Vardhman group) Mr.Jassi Khangura, Mrs.

Amandeep Khangura (Macro Dairy Ventures), MLA Surendra Dabar, MLA Sanjay Talwar

and other dignitaries from the city were present during the function.

Rev Alex Peter, Head of Chaplaincy department coordinated the program on behalf of Dr

Sudhir Joseph, Chairman of the CMCL Society .

FOUNDERS DAY

SNAP SHOTS REUNION 2018

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25th Year of Musicals – Moana 2018

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Dr. Dinesh Badyal’s book on Pharmacology

Dr. Dinesh Kumar Badyal, Professor & Head, Pharmacology,

published the second edition of his book “Practical Manual of

Pharmacology” (Jaypee Publishers). The book was released by

Dr. William Bhatti, Director, CMC during MCI Program on

25th April, 2018. Dr. Badyal explained that in the changing

paradigms of pharmacology and upcoming new curriculum for

MBBS this second edition of the book emphasizes more on the

use of low cost and less resource intensive methods for the

teaching of clinical

pharmacology. The book

is quite popular and

second edition is updated

with new prescription

guidelines, latest essential

medicine list, use of

newer media, prescription

audits, basics of research, adverse drug reaction monitoring

and case-based learning.

AHEAD -2018: CMC Trains Government Doctors In

Haemophilia

The state level three day work shop AHEAD” – Advancing Haemophilia Education

Awareness & Diagnosis was conduct again under the aegis of the National Health Mission,

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

This training program was attended by doctors from all the medical colleges and civil

hospitals in Punjab, The training course consisted of a team of 3, treating doctors, technicians

and physiotherapists from each institute.

The program was inaugurated by the civil

surgeon Dr Parminder Pal Singh Sidhu, Civil

Surgeon Ludhiana, along with Dr Manpreet

Chhatwal, Additional Project Director and Dr

Sukhwinder Singh, Joint Director Blood

Transfusion Services Cum SNO, State blood

cell. Symbolically, all the dignitaries and the

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participants signed on the theme portrait of a tree envisioning the growth of haemophilia care

in the state.

With free clotting factor concentrates available in Punjab through the national health mission,

patients with haemophilia will be immensely benefitted.

CMC creates history in Neurology Research in the

country

Stroke or brain attack is the leading cause of death and disability in the world. It is also the

leading cause of death in certain parts of India. In Ludhiana city alone more than 1500 new

stroke cases occur for 1 lakh population every year.

Seeing the huge burden of stroke in the country, the

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has

funded a new innovative initiative for the first time

called Indian Stroke Clinical Trial Network

(INSTRuCT). INSTRuCT is the brain child of

Professor Jeyaraj D Pandian, Principal, Christian

Medical College Ludhiana, who is an

internationally renowned stroke expert explain that

INSTRuCT is a network of 27 stroke centers in the country. CMC Ludhiana is the National

Coordinating center. Stroke trials which are relevant to our country will be conducted in this

network.

Dr Meenakshi Sharma, Senior Scientist from

Non-Communicable Diseases of ICMR

inaugurated the INSTRuCT network.

Dr Mahesh Kate who is the Co-Principal

Investigator for the SPRINT India trial stated that

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text, video messages and work book will be used to modify behavior to reduce the burden of

second stroke. In this trial 4900 patients will be recruited across the nation (27 centers) over

the next 4 years.

Dr Pandian added that another trial called RESTORE in which the effectiveness of Ayurvedic Treatment (PANCHKARMA) will be tested in the recovery of stroke patients after 1 month of stroke. This trial will be done in three centers in the country (CMC

Ludhiana, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, AIMS, Kochi and Sree Chitra Tirunal

Institute for Medical Sciences, SCTIMST, Trivandrum).

INSTRuCT network is also collaborating with the Global Alliance of Networks in Stroke

(GAINS) which includes NIH Strokenet USA, Canadian stroke consortium, UK stroke

network and Australia stroke trialists network. Dr.Deepti Arora and Dr. Shweta Varma are

the national coordinators and Mr Rahul is the IT System Analyst for INSTRuCT.

World Thalassemia Day Observed at CMC Ludhiana.

The Department of Clinical Hematology, Transfusion Medicine and Paediatrics celebrated

the International Thalassemia Day in Christian Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana on

May 9, 2018. The highlight of this event was patient engagement and discussion, in which

over seventy patients and their families, participated.

The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. Beant Kaur Deputy Medical Commissioner,

Punjab Health Corporation who stressed the importance of measures to be taken for

Thalassemia prevention and treatment in the community. Dr. Parvinder PalSingh Sidhu,

Civil Surgeon Ludhiana, also gave his best wishes for the event and encouraged everyone to

come together in fight against Thalassemia.

Addressing the gathering Dr. Parveen Sobti, retired-professor of Pediatrics, CMC Ludhiana

enlightened all regarding outstanding steps being taken by CMC Ludhiana towards

improving universal Thalassemia Care.

The unique model of Thalassemia care in CMC, consisting of inter departmental

collaboration was discussed, with pre-natal diagnosis being offered for pregnant ladies by the

departments of Obstetrics and Gynaeclogy, Paediatrics and Molecular Medicine. Dr. Jugesh

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Chhatwal,(‟71) HOD Paediatrics informed the audience that the institute delivers

comprehensive care for thalassemics. Dr. William Bhatti, Director CMC along with the

Dr. Anil Luther, Medical Superintendent highlighted the exceptional care being provided to

the patients of Thalassemia through multidisciplinary care established at CMCH, and the

steps being taken to streamline the flow of patients and improve the efficiency of providing

blood transfusion to these patients.

CMC Ludhiana is currently the only

institution in Punjab to offer bone

marrow transplantation for

Thalassemia, with a state of the art

BMT unit, with results comparable

to those seen in western centers. Dr.

Atul Goel, Professor of Pediatrics.

Dr. Aikaj Jindal, in-charge blood

bank, and Dr. Suvir Singh (‟03), Assistant Professor Clinical Hematology and BMT spoke to

patients regarding thalassemia care. Over 100 posters were made by more than 80 students

who participated in the poster competition held on May 8, 2018, the results of which were

declared in the meeting. Dr. William Bhatti honored the winners with prizes and certificates.

Winners From College of Nursing

1st : Pushpanjali , Sukhdeep, 2

nd : Annie , Soumya, 3

rd : Shubhi & Janvi, Raspreet, Sunaina

Winners from Medical College

1st : Ruth & Davina, 2

nd :Rixon & Shrishty, 3

rd: Shakinah & Hannaa

Long term plans for accreditation by the Thalassemia International Federation (TIF) and

recognition of CMC as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) were discussed. This recognition would

enable provision of high quality, low cost care for patients with Thalassemia living in Punjab.

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CARES 2018- ChrisMed

Annual Research &

Education Symposium Christian Medical College and Hospital,

Ludhiana organized its 4th

Chrismed

Annual Research and Education

Symposium (CARES) symposium

on 11th April, 2018 showcasing the research work done in all five colleges (Medical, Dental,

Nursing, Physiotherapy and Allied Health) during the last academic year. More than 100

abstracts were submitted and sent for review to experts all over the world and were then

presented by students and faculty as competitive entries.

Dr. Jeyaraj D. Pandian, Principal of CMC expressed his appreciation for the international

cadre of research done in the institution. He also stated that the institution has received

several research grants from national and international agencies.

Dr. Meenakshi Sharma, an ICMR senior scientist for Non-communicable diseases, was the

Chief Guest for the event. During her inaugural address she explained the importance of

medical research in the country which can pave way for novel treatments. She participated in

an open session where she encouraged and guided

the faculty and students regarding the various

funding opportunities available at national and

international levels.

Among the posters presented in the morning, the

top 10 were chosen for oral presentation in the

afternoon. This was done by international

reviewers. These topics ranged from community

care, economic impact of direct medical care,

knowledge about dental services and

contemporary innovations in the field of medicine.

Dr. Mahesh Kate, Neurologist, Clinical Fellow (Welcome Group) an expert in translation

medicine, took a session on grant writing for the faculty.

The CARES organizing team was led by Dr. Jeyaraj D Pandian, along with Dr. Akanksha

William, Dr Ruchika Kundra, Dr Joe Matthew Cherian and Dr. Vaishu Varghese while the

scientific committee was headed by Dr Aroma Oberoi. Dr. Akanksha William, Joint

Organizing secretary who is the Clinical Pharmacologist for CMC closed the ceremony with

a vote of thanks.

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Master’s Degree In Health Professional Education for Dr. Badyal

Dr. Dinesh K. Badyal Professor & Head, Pharmacology and

Professor of Medical Education was recently awarded Master‟s

degree “Masters in Health Profession Education (MHPE)” with

„Merit‟ by Keele University, UK. Dr. Badyal informed that this is

a very prestigious and internationally renowned degree in medical

education. The selection process

is very competitive and even

after selection the success rate is

below 50%. The whole course

is designed over various modules

with mandatory assignment and a

contact session at Keele University. The course is very rigorous and demands a lot of

academic input and successful completion of dissertation. Only approx. 10 faculty from India

has been awarded MHPE. So far he added that this qualification will be a value addition in

the progress of Department of Medical Education, CMC, Ludhiana.

Madam Dr Madhumita Mukherjee’s Farewell May 18

th 2018 marked the last working day for one of CMC‟s most beloved and amazing

teachers – Dr Madhumita Mukherjee. She had been teaching Anatomy to CMCites since

1982.

The Farewell function was witness to testimonials by representatives from across almost all

the batches that have been taught by her – including ones

from overseas. The auditorium was soon full and

overflown with the Principal, Associate Director, the

Medical Superintendant, senior faculty and students.

The Principal Dr Jeyraj Pandian (MD‟95)in his opening

statement mentioned how important the role of a teacher is

in the life of a student and that for a medical student,‟

anatomy‟ was the first rung on that ladder. Dr Anjali Jain,

professor and Head of the Anatomy department recounted

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her experiences and mentioned that it was an honor to have been associated with her. She

also projected class photos with the Anatomy department ,of all the batches since Dr

Madhumita joined CMC. Some of the moments from the Department farewell were also

projected. . Lydia Solomon „98, Sangeetha Mohan „92, Tapasya Dhar & M. Joseph John „91,

Vikas Loomba „87, Sunil Casabianca , „95, currently residing in Australia, Chris Baby „05,

Naveen Kakkar„87, Inderpreet Sohi „87 paid rich tribute to her teaching skills and

impeachable style. Dhruv Ghosh „90 , the associate director, recounted a few anecdotes from

his time and read out a few messages from friends around the world. News of her retirement

prompted a strong sense of nostalgia from her students outside the institution and abroad in

the form of whatsapp messages and emails. Some of these responses were projected on the

screen as well.

A few notable ones are as follows –

„I found Madhumita ma‟am strict but fair...which is all you want for a start from teachers.

“,Thank you for being my teacher. Although I was too silly and stubborn to take advantage of

your immense knowledge of the subject and your deep desire to see your students excel, I

admired your passion and fairness. As I‟ve grown older, I recognise how frustrating it would

have been to teach a student like me. Rest assured ma‟am, your efforts were not in vain as I

constantly strive now to improve as a professional, a trait that I believe you had a significant

part in imparting on me. “ “„I really don‟t know how to score a teacher but she was and is

always going to live as a really really good memory, someone who had the charm, the poise,

the wit, the enigma of being Ma‟am. Madhumita was wonderful. Wishing her a wonderful life

ahead...may the almighty keep blessing CMC with some wonderful teachers and doctors as

always.... Que Dieu vous bénisse tous‟

Madhumita Ma‟am responded to all the messages and wishes with grace and poise. She

thanked the students, the faculty and the administration for all her days in CMC. She was

presented with a souvenir from the administration, following which the entire audience

joined together for a group photograph.

Contributed by Chris Baby „05

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ALUMNUS IN FOCUS

SHARAD PHILLIP 2005 In a world where races are assumed to be won by the

swiftest and battle to the strongest, the principle of "The

Christian Paradox" confounds worldly wisdom rendering it

foolishness. Sharad Philip is a perfect exemplification of the

above principle.

Right from the advent of his medical career in 2005, this

Delhi based Malayalee, kept proving his uniqueness. Be it

in organising various college level activities, academic

hurdles, class trips, or even just being a good listener,

Sharad would excel in any event he set his mind upon.

Though he suffered from retinitis pigmentosa ( a rare

congenital progressive visual disability), his faith in Christ enabled him to face life head on,

with tremendous courage and a fearless spirit - allowing him to live every moment to the

fullest. His leadership capabilities reflected in him being the class representative during for

MBBS batch 2005.

In 2007 , 2 years into his MBBS course Sharad‟s vision declined to a level that made it

difficult to read and write for paper exams or use the computers as others did . In that context

when he gave the first ever NEET exam for PG selection which was computer based, Sharad

ended up unable to read the questions or answers. The paper got auto submitted and when

the results came his marks were for the 27th percentile! A humorous tribute to the selection

system .

The MCI considered only the locomotor impairments of lower limbs not exceeding 70% as a

disability tenable with medical education or practice . There seemed to be no way out for him

to pursue his career . This is when he stumbled upon the NIMHANS prospectus that allowed

for candidates with 40 to 70% disability to appear for the examination . The academic section

in the spirit of reasonable accommodation permitted the services of a scribe . The selection

was then processed under the Persons With Disability category and Sharad was able to

pursue post graduate studies in the premier mental health institute in South East Asia .

At that time it seemed like an anomaly. Regulatory bodies had not foreseen situations like

this as they had decided to weed out these cases at the point of entry itself . What they had

not foreseen was someone with a sensory impairment completing graduate studies itself.

In Sharad‟s words, ” God blessed me with some of the most wonderful people in this world as

my peers and seniors. I studied with them. They would revise loudly and I would listen . and

the Gracious Lord would then help me put these answers down in the papers sometimes even

better than those who taught me !!

Without God I am nothing but an insignificant blade of grass. Today I have been brought

through with flying colours completing my post graduation in Psychiatry and being

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numbered amongst the better ones amongst my peers. I am of help to others with disabilities

whether they want to pursue medical education or otherwise.”

To some, this may seem a random coincidence/ chance/ dumb luck, but for those of us who

know Sharad, we have seen too many such random coincidences in his life to call it mere

luck. There were several instances in the above incident where things could have gone off

track.

Romans 8:28 says - All things work for good for those who have been called unto his

purpose- and this has been proven time and time again in Sharad‟s life. I am privileged to be

closely associated with Sharad. To me his life‟s testimony echoes time and again, the

perfection of God‟s absolute glory and strength in his weakness.

- Contributed by Arjin n Chris Baby „05

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