Could you tell us briefly about your family background?
I am from a village in Odisha. My father was a priest and earns livelihood from agriculture of the land leased to him for worship.
Role Model:
Headmaster of my school once asked who will be what in future. I told to be a doctor. I have seen sufferings in my family in my early days.
Degrees That Matter:
I am M.S. in general surgery and trained laparoscopic surgeon. I wanted MCh in Urology but could not make it.
Prized Accomplishment(s):
I am sincere and honest to my profession as a surgeon. I am proud of my punctuality.
The Decisions That Matter
I went for PG after MBBS degree, which I persuaded with much difficulties, leaving my family in a sort of financial crisis.
Plans For The Future:
Career progression.
The Journey So Far:
I left Govt. of Odisha Health and Family welfare Department to join in Port sector.
Job Profile:
I am a surgeon. Traveled from lower level to Sr. Dy. CMO; now.
Required Reading:
Professional text books, PubMed, Medpagetoday, ScienceDaily and willy.
Growth Strategy:
Punctuality, sincerity and recent knowledge.
Other Thoughts:
Doctor is a human and not God. Try to avoid human errors.
Advice For New Professionals:
Knowledge and professionalism. Follow professional ethics.
Career Profile:
A little more administrative work has been added.
Done Differently:
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