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The Guest of Honour, Dr. Sharath K. Rao, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences), congratulated him on his appointment and lauded his tireless efforts in advancing the profession. He said, “Dr. Ifthikar has always championed the cause of physiotherapy and allied healthcare. His appointment as Chairman is a reflection of his tireless efforts in promoting the profession. I am certain that in his new role, he will lead transformative changes that will elevate healthcare standards across Karnataka. I also urge him to focus on making Karnataka a hub for allied health professionals and to foster innovation and research through strategic collaborations. This will not only improve healthcare delivery but will also place Karnataka at the forefront of healthcare excellence.”
In his acceptance speech, Dr. U.T. Ifthikar Fareed expressed his gratitude to the Karnataka Government for his appointment and to MAHE for organizing the felicitation. He shared his vision for advancing healthcare across Karnataka, stating that he is honored by the trust placed in him as Chairman and by the recognition from MAHE.He emphasized his commitment to strengthening the allied healthcare ecosystem and ensuring that physiotherapy plays a key role in the state’s healthcare framework. He also outlined his plans to enhance professional development, introduce modernized training programs, and foster collaboration between academic institutions and healthcare providers. By focusing on continuous education and innovative practices, he aims to improve patient care and drive research and innovation in allied health.
The Chief Guest, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor of MAHE, echoed these sentiments and highlighted the importance of Dr. Ifthikar’s leadership. He said, “His appointment to the Karnataka State Allied and Healthcare Council by the Government is a prestigious achievement. His ability to lead and bring about positive change will be instrumental in enhancing the quality and accessibility of allied healthcare services in Karnataka.”
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The program opened with a prayer offered by Ms. Arundathi Hebbar, Dr. Abraham Samuel Babu served as the Master of Ceremony, Dr. G. Arun Maiya, Dean of MCHP, delivered the Welcome and key note address. The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. John Solomon M, who expressed gratitude to all those involved in organizing and attending the event
The event, held in honor of World Physiotherapy Day, was attended by key dignitaries and professionals from the healthcare sector, including Dr. Dilip Nayak Pro-Vice Chancellor Mangalore Campus, MAHE, Dr. Annad Venugopal, COO of the Teaching Hospital, MAHE, and Dr. Avinash Shetty, Medical Superintendent of Kasturba Hospital. Other associate deans of MCHP, delegates from various physiotherapy institutions, as well as students and faculty members, were also present.
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