Do not choose the medical profession, just for the sake of having Dr before your name or the financial benefits alone. They will be the last things you procure out of it and many many much before. This profession costs you your life, each and every hour of your life. You cannot be just living for or thinking only about your family, Never. Believe me and always remember a Doctor never retires. This not only is a profession but a lifestyle with a brilliant sense of responsibility.
1. Tell us about your upbringing, background and journey?
Born in a middle-class family, I have lived a simple yet struggling childhood with limited resources. Despite being one of three Daughters in an Indian middle-class family, my parents never compromised on our education and did all they could, defying the social norms they ever confronted. With God’s grace and the blessings of my parents, I could make it to one of the best Colleges in India and be what I am today.
2. Why did you choose to be a doctor and decide what you specifically want to do?
Hailing from a service class family, wherein my father was in a private job and my mother a homemaker, made me wish for something which could make me earn a name of my own, reputation, respect and stand apart from all those who made, not having a son, a real big deal. It might come as a surprise for many, but there has not been even a single medical student in the entire family, howsoever distantly I may consider.
To date, I am the only member of the medical profession, which in itself is a pride. Apart from this, I wanted to choose something that I would be doing throughout my life which brings meaning to my life, touching thousands of lives out there.
And about choosing Homoeopathy, I would say, since childhood I have been taking Homoeopathic treatment whenever required which helped almost every time and the other reason, ingesting the bitter pill was a huge task for me back then; making me wonder when I myself cannot take allopathic medication, how can I prescribe the same to someone else.
3. We salute your work during the pandemic, where did you get the inspiration to work so hard?
A Doctor’s profession is a lot more than being a means to earn a livelihood, unlike many other professions (With no intention to demean any profession ). We hold a huge responsibility of taking care of life. Our patients depend upon us for their healthy life. They look up to us as a ray of hope while they are suffering. They are assured when we are there, that our Doctor is with us, we will be fine. This anticipation keeps us wanting to work and on the go.
Talking of the ongoing pandemic, there have been so many other issues a human body undergoes which require equal attention, hence according to me, shutting the medical facility creates all the more panic among masses. Being a Doctor and running away from a disease, doesn’t have logic, moreover. It's the dedication towards your profession.
4. How do you expect digital health to grow over the next 5 years?
Lately, people have become more aware of Teleconsultations and digital health platforms, again because of the pandemic, more or less. And yes, there would be exponential growth too, to be seen considering the current situation.
5. What are your concerns about Digital Health?
Digital health though has come up as a saviour for many, but talking in legal terms, it cannot be opted for, in each and every circumstance. There is a number of limitations associated and that’s why Teleconsultations have been legalised keeping in mind the safety issues owing to the pandemic.
Rules have been modified for an exceptional situation like this. It might not remain the same as it is being experienced, nowadays. Having a patient in front of us is extremely important as is concerned medically as well as legally.
6. What is your message for aspiring doctors and the young generation? Which is the best medical college according to you?
For Aspiring Doctors – Do not choose the medical profession, just for the sake of having Dr before your name or the financial benefits alone. They will be the last things you procure out of it and many many much before. This profession costs you your life, each and every hour of your life. You cannot be just living for or thinking only about your family, Never. Believe me and always remember a Doctor never retires. This not only is a profession but a lifestyle with a brilliant sense of responsibility.
For the Young generation – Take the health concerns seriously as they do pay later in life. A healthy body is the biggest asset, you can ever have. Today, by God’s grace, your body is such which can handle all the turmoil you offer but a few years later, it won’t be the same and then you might be unable to tolerate the turmoil it pays back. Enjoy your life while taking care of your body as it is the only entity that stays with you till the last day of your life. No one else can do that. Eat good, Exercise regularly and Sleep well. (My Mantra for a healthy life)
The best Homoeopathic Medical Colleges in India, according to me, are Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Delhi (The one I graduated from) and the National Institute of Homoeopathy, Kolkata.
8. What does your typical day look like and what do you like to do besides work?
I maintain a regular daily routine for myself and try to stick to it. Always have a to-do list handy. Starting with Morning Yoga followed by attending the morning OPD, dealing with certain households thereafter, working for the medical associations I am a part of, spending some time towards family again followed by the evening OPD. This is usually it.
Besides work, I like travelling, reading, listening to music and being with nature. Watching the sky, birds, trees while in a breeze gives a soothing pleasure.
Dr Sakshi Gupta - Homoeopathic Consultant & Counselling Psychologist
Interviewed By: Vanshaj Chawla
This interview is sponsored by Plus91 Technologies, a leading Digital Health firm.
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