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AP: Medical research must address humanity’s healthcare challenges: VP Radhakrishnan

Vijayawada, Oct 26 (UNI) Vice-President of India C P Radhakrishnan here on Monday called upon medical institutions to strengthen research, foster innovation and develop solutions for pressing healthcare challenges.

Addressing the 40th anniversary celebrations of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, the Vice-President said the number of medical colleges in India has more than doubled, from 387 before 2014 to 846 at present.
The MBBS seats have increased by 172 per cent, from around 51,000 to over 1.4 lakh, while postgraduate seats have risen by 177 per cent, from around 31,000 to over 86,000, he highlighted.
Emphasising that the next frontier must be research and innovation, the Vice-President urged talented students to dedicate themselves to addressing healthcare challenges facing humanity.
He expressed hope that researchers from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences would achieve global recognition, including the Nobel Prize, through their contributions to medical science.
Observing that Artificial Intelligence, digital health, telemedicine and advanced diagnostic technologies are transforming healthcare, Radhakrishnan encouraged the University to establish collaborations with leading universities to provide students and researchers greater exposure to advanced research and emerging technologies.

He stressed that technological progress must be guided by scientific validation, patient safety, data privacy and ethical responsibility, adding that technology cannot replace the compassion and human connection central to the doctor-patient relationship.
The Vice-President also called upon doctors and healthcare professionals to play a proactive role in creating awareness against drug abuse. Describing the fight against drugs as a collective responsibility, he urged the medical fraternity to lead efforts to build a drug-free society.

As part of the programme, the Vice-President joined the gathering in taking a pledge to say no to drugs and promote a drug-free society. He also released a souvenir commemorating the University’s 40-year journey.
Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Minister K Parthasarathy, Dr. P. Chandrasekhar, Vice-Chancellor of the University; Dr. M. K. Ramesh, President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board, National Medical Commission, and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Earlier on his arrival at Gannavaram airport, Vice-president Radhakrishnan was warmly received by Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Minister Nara Lokesh and other dignitaries.
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