National Doctors’ Day 2022 under the theme “Family Doctor on the Front Line” was celebrated at the Directorate of Health & Family Welfare on 1st July 2022 which was organized by State Health Agency (Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY). The program was graced by Tongpang Ozukum, Minister of PWD (Housing & Mechanical) as the Special Guest.
Tongpang, in his speech, greeted the doctors and expressed gratitude for the honor of being in the presence of doctors whom he quoted as “the personification of God on Earth”. He added that being a doctor is not just an honor but a huge responsibility and has little room for mistakes/error because Doctors’ mistakes cause precious lives. He reminisced that during the pandemic, he encountered many that went above and beyond the call of duty and recalled that it was a huge learning experience for him. Ozukum further urged them to recommit and retrospect themselves to be progressive.
Additionally, he congratulated all the 10 Awardees of Best Performing Doctor under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY. While he lauded the AB PM-JAY scheme which is the largest Government-funded scheme in the world, and its result-bearing work, he urged the Department to sensitize the scheme thoroughly, so that the queries & benefits of the rightful beneficiaries can be made aware. He further suggested the scheme come up with a comprehensive survey of its implementation thereof. He acknowledged and appreciated the State’s vast improvement in medical facilities and infrastructure, and encouraged all doctors to re-dedicate and recommit themselves to the job.
The program commenced with Greetings from Dr. K Vikato Kinimi, Principal Director DHFW wherein a minute of silence was observed for all the deceased doctors lost to the Pandemic. After which, he extended his best wishes to all the doctors for the sacrifices rendered thus far and share his hope for more dedication from the doctors to save lives.
Asangla Imti, Secretary to the Govt. of Nagaland H&FW in her short speech recapitulated the process and selection of awardees from the District level that performed exceptionally for the AB-PMJAY scheme. Further, reminded that this award is not to undermine to rest of the hardworking doctors but rather a motivation.
Dr. Joyce Angami, President of Nagaland Medical College subsequently shared words of encouragement and motivation. Having mentioned the history of the day, she asserted that it is celebrated not just in commemoration of Dr. B C Roy but also to showcase the achievement of all doctors in their highest caliber as respectable and dignified people of the society.
It is worth mentioning that the program was chaired by Dr. Visasieu Kire Director (H), Dr. Thorhusie Katiry, MD NHM pronounced the vote of thanks, and Dr. Viketoulie Pienyu, Acting MS SMHI presented a special number.
Awardees of outstanding performance on National Doctors’ Day are as follows:
- Dr. Imkongsanen, Sr. Specialist, DH Wokha.
- Dr. C. Noksen Sangla, MO, House of Hope Tuensang.
- Dr. Shevosa Vese, Jr. Specialist, DH Phek.
- Dr. Chongya BL, MO, DH Noklak
- Dr. Aman Konyak, SMO, DH Mon
- Dr. Imsulemba Jamir, MO, Lemjem Hospital Mokokchung.
- Dr. L Khyothungo Yanthan, Jr. Specialist, DH Longleng.
- Dr. Zuchamo Patton, MO NHAK.
- Dr. Holiba A Anar, MO DH Kiphire
- DR. Shirley T Leivon, Consultant, CIHSR Dimapur.
(DIPR)
