NOVEMBERASIA BUSINESS OUTLOOK19passed on to the new generation". He combines modern technology with practical experience so that microsurgical skills are accurate, safe, and effective, as well as applicable to the local context of healthcare.Dr Sridhar, being the President-Elect of the Neurological Society of India, carries greater responsibilities. He is concerned about making the neurosurgical education more relevant, updating training and examination methods to reflect contemporary practice. "My vision is not limited to metropolitan hospitals; rather, my plan is to enable neurosurgeons in small cities and towns to provide high-quality care", he says.The population of India is more than a billion, and there are approximately 5,000 neurosurgeons; the demand is enormous. However, the country's talent and commitment are equally vast. Dr Sridhar envisions a future where patients no longer need to travel long distances for complex procedures and where excellence in neurosurgery is accessible in multiple regions, not just a few urban centres.Technology is another important facilitator, but he focuses on relevance rather than novelty. Every tool and procedure should be beneficial to patients and local demands, instead of just duplicating practices in other places. For Dr Sridhar, the journey continues daily--both in the operating theatre and in classrooms with aspiring neurosurgeons. His rule in life has always been the same: work diligently, stay humble, and pursue excellence consistently. He quotes the saying of Dr A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, "Excellence is a continuous process and not an accident". With decades of practice, innovation, and mentorship, he has shaped not just surgical procedures but the culture of neurosurgery in India, leaving a lasting impact on patients, colleagues, and the future of the field. My goal has always been to make advanced neurosurgical care accessible across India, not just in a few big cities
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