Learn from Legends : Dr Ramesh Ardhanari

Dr.Ramesh Ardhanari, Head of Surgical Gastroenterology at Meenakshi Mission Hospital, Madurai is easily one of the stalwarts in the field of Surgical Gastroenterology in India. Known for his penchant for teaching and propagating surgical knowledge and mentoring hundreds of young GI surgeons, Dr.Ardhanari is known for his lively presence in almost all the major GI surgical gatherings in India. His students simply love him and colleagues adore him. Please listen to this exclusive interview focused mainly on surgical training and mentoring.

(00:00) - Introduction and Welcome to Dr. Ramesh Ardhanari
(00:50) - Reflection on Career Achievements
(01:44) - Academic and Practical Accomplishments
(02:23) - Pioneering Laparoscopic Procedures
(03:07) - Landmark Surgical Achievements
(04:30) - Academic Shortcomings and Future Goals
(05:06) - Courage in Private Sector Innovations
(06:21) - Independent Learning and First Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
(06:54) - Support and Confidence from the Institution
(07:29) - Financial Satisfaction and Balance
(09:05) - The Role of Equipment and Innovation
(09:38) - Family Support and Career Decisions
(10:08) - Establishing in a Second-Tier City
(10:43) - Loyalty to the Institution and Building a Team
(12:37) - Developing Second and Third Line Surgeons
(13:07) - Sharing Responsibilities and Financial Rewards
(14:45) - Teaching and Maintaining Department Harmony
(16:30) - Presence in the Operating Theater
(17:39) - The Future of Medical Education
(18:53) - Role and Importance of General Surgeons
(20:03) - Training and Senior Residency Importance
(22:27) - Experience and Confidence in Practice
(24:42) - Views on Hernia and Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
(26:28) - The Future of Surgical Specializations
(28:48) - Lucrative Specialties in Surgery
(30:56) - Challenges and Opportunities in Transplant Surgery
(32:31) - Deciding on Practice Locations
(33:10) - Specialization Training Abroad
(34:24) - Choosing the Right Hospital for Specialization
(35:40) - The Rise of Laparoscopic Surgery
(36:49) - Criteria for Choosing Practice Location
(37:53) - Relationship with Students and Teaching Philosophy
(39:01) - Maintaining Relationships with Former Students