Dr. Shreya Bhattacharya, Consultant, Head and Neck Surgery, Oncology at Narayana Hospital Howrah, is spreading awareness ...
Name: Sangeeta Medhi MPT
Specialization: Physical Therapy
Experience: 9+ years
City: Not Specified
Dr. Sangeeta Medhi (PT), lead physiotherapist at the Association of People with Disability, spearheaded the innovative "Rehab on Wheels" project, delivering affordable rehabilitation services to rural Karnataka. Over 18 months, she developed a comprehensive SOP for physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, extending care to all age groups.
Driven by compassion, she also launched a community-based cardiac rehab and pain unit for those unable to afford care. With over 4,500 patients served and an 85% satisfaction rate, her groundbreaking work was recognized by Bridgestone India in 2024 for improving mobility and access to healthcare for underserved communities.
Q: What is the significance of National Cancer Awareness Day in India?
A: November 7th is marked as the National Cancer Awareness Day in India every year, which is a timely reminder for the imperative need for Collective action to fight against this Health Challenge.
Q: Why is early detection of cancer crucial?
A: The majority of cancer cases present to us at an advanced stage, thus compromising treatment outcomes and survival, highlighting the need for early detection and management of cancer.
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