15th Itocha Memorial Award distribution function held
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 29 2022:
The 15th Itocha Memorial Award distribution function 2022 was held today at the auditorium of Shija Hospital located at Langol.
The event was organised by Social Cultural Educational and Sports Development Organization ( SCEASDO) and sponsored by Dr Palin Khundongbam, Chairman cum Managing Director Shija Hospital and Research Institute Pvt Ltd, Langol.
The award was given to 17 medical students from Heirok AC.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Palin Khundongbam stated that people in the medical profession must learn from the various happy and heartbreaking situations they are faced with.
He also stressed upon the importance of doctors having excellent communication skills.
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Dr Palin further informed that earlier the award came with a cash prize of Rs 6000 .
However, this time the amount has been increased to Rs 10,000 to provide a boost of encouragement to the recipients.
Dr Jugindra Sorokhaibam, Director Medical Services, Shija Hospital also spoke on the occasion and spoke at length about violence against doctors and medical professionals.
He also mentioned the suicide case of a doctor from Rajasthan in this regard.
Further, he also highlighted the importance of having good communication skills, how to get along with patients and how to make time for patients.