Mangalore: Dr P Raghu
Ram, a renowned Surgeon, a Padma Shri awardee, Founding Director of KIMS-Ushalakshmi Centre for Breast Diseases in
Hyderabad, has been conferred the prestigious Distinguished Alumnus Award by Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Mangalore, as part of the institution’s 70-year celebration.

Recalling his journey, Dr
Raghu Ram shared, “In 1995, I completed my MS exam with first place. It has
been 30 years since then, and KMC remains an integral part of my professional
and personal identity.” He expressed heartfelt gratitude to his teachers and
trainers, saying, “I have learned many things not only about surgery but about
etiquette, bedside manner, and patient care in KMC. I owe it to my teachers and
trainers.”Also Read:Negligence in Diagnosis, Issued Erroneous Report- NCDRC upholds compensation orderDr Raghu Ram also
recounted his subsequent achievements after leaving KMC, particularly his time
in the United Kingdom. “I went to the UK to obtain FRCS and passed the FRCS
within 45 days from the three Royal Colleges of the UK,” he said, underlining
the strong foundation he received at KMC that helped propel his distinguished
career.

The College Day and
Awards Ceremony of Kasturba Medical College Mangalore was held on June 6,
2025, to celebrate academic excellence, research achievements, and alumni
contributions. Dr. Raghu Ram, Padma Shri and Dr B C Roy Awardee, Officer of the
Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, was felicitated with the
Distinguished Alumnus Award. Dr. Raghu Ram, in his inspirational address,
shared nine ‘sutras’—guiding life principles that have shaped his remarkable
journey: trust and ethics, highlighting the nobility of medicine and
prioritising patient welfare; communication skills; focus; hard work; honesty;
transformative habits, including meditation; staying positive and manifesting dreams;
and gratitude towards your parents and motherland. These principles deeply
resonated with the audience, offering valuable life lessons for aspiring
medical professionals.Also Read:President Murmu honours 15 nurses with National Florence Nightingale AwardFrom implementing South
Asia’s largest population-based breast cancer screening programme to being part
of the Government of India’s high-powered Technical Advisory Group, his journey
is a testament to the impact of KMC Mangalore.