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Lucknow Doctors Honored with Padma Shri
27 Jan
Summary
- Two Lucknow doctors received the Padma Shri for medical contributions.
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad founded KGMU's Pulmonary Medicine Department.
- Ayurvedic surgeon K.K. Thakral emphasized affordable healthcare access.
Two prominent doctors from Lucknow have received the prestigious Padma Shri award for their exceptional service in the medical field. Dr. Rajendra Prasad, a renowned pulmonologist and founder of King George's Medical University's (KGMU) Pulmonary Medicine Department, and Dr. K.K. Thakral, a distinguished Ayurvedic surgeon, were among the recipients.
Dr. Prasad, who began his career at KGMU as a student and later headed the department, stressed the importance of empathy and respectful patient relationships, advising future doctors to prioritize good bedside manners for faster recovery. He also credited his family for their support throughout his nearly five-decade career.
Dr. Thakral, a practitioner of Shalya Tantra (Ayurvedic surgery), highlighted the need for affordable and accessible healthcare, particularly for laborers and low-income groups. He also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiatives to promote AYUSH and traditional medicine, noting Ayurveda's cost-effectiveness. Thakral's journey began after migrating from Pakistan during the 1947 Partition, eventually leading him to excel in Ayurvedic studies in Lucknow.
