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“A doctor heals more than the body; through compassion, they restore hope and dignity. Medicine is most noble when guided by empathy, not profit. The finest treatment is one that honours both life and humanity.”

— Shivanshu K. Srivastava

Last update Sept. 26, 2026. History

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