Dr Lakshmi ShastryIn the age of Super Specialists — Redefining the role of a ‘Family Doctor’By Col (Dr.) Mohan Kubendra, President — AFPI KarnatakaMay 18, 2018May 18, 2018
Dr Lakshmi ShastryThe 3 Most Discussed Medical Stories in India2017 has been an exciting year for healthcare research. Many health and medicine studies were published that raised interesting points in…Jan 22, 2018Jan 22, 2018
Dr Lakshmi ShastryStaying fit during residencyKhaled Hosseini once quoted- “Qualities you need to get through medical school and residency: discipline, patience, perseverance, a…Nov 23, 2017Nov 23, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryThe Resident TransitionA transition from a student life to a professional one is not easy. It is even more stressful for doctors, since a number of people’s lives…Nov 9, 2017Nov 9, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryDealing with the Angst of being a DocThe medical profession is a long and arduous journey, with learning at each and every step, caring for a patient alongside. This brings…Nov 6, 2017Nov 6, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryPURE Study & It’s Impact On Nutrition GuidelinesThe essential definition of nutrition has remained the same despite the changing needs of the fast-paced lifestyle. There has been much…Oct 17, 2017Oct 17, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryRethinking the way doctors reduce heart disease riskHypertension is common today with every 1 in 3 persons having high blood pressure. High blood pressure is the major reason for heart…Sep 18, 2017Sep 18, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryIn the Doctor’s green room…The medical profession is no easy trick. Eight years of medical studies, followed by three years of being a resident doctor, and still no…Aug 25, 2017Aug 25, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryTraining doctors to speak about terminal patientsNothing is more difficult for a doctor than telling a patient’s family or friends that their loved one is dead. Doctors are not formally…Aug 2, 2017Aug 2, 2017
Dr Lakshmi ShastryWHO Essential Medicine List Update 2017Biggest Change in 40 years on Use of AntibioticsJul 5, 2017Jul 5, 2017