Our lives are greatly influenced by doctors. They are
the ones with whom we begin and conclude our lives, which occurs at both the
time of birth and death. For their heroic deeds, that is, serving mankind, they
are regarded as saviours and second only to gods. We observe doctors’ day every
year to honour their contributions since they devote their lives to
treating patients and assisting them in making a full recovery from disease or
other medical ailments. Here’s everything you need to know about National
Doctors’ Day 2022.

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Theme:

“Family Doctors
on the Front Line” is the topic for National Doctors’ Day this year. The subject
emphasises the value of doctors who provide treatment for an entire family or a
community.

History and
significance:

National
Doctors’ Day was first observed by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) on July
1, 1991, to honour Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a prominent physician and West
Bengal’s second chief minister, whose birthday and death anniversary both fell
on the same day.

He is renowned
for establishing healthcare centres such as Chittaranjan Cancer Hospital,
Victoria Institution (college), and Jadavpur T.B. Hospital, among others.

Roy was a
well-known doctor and a Bengali freedom fighter. In 1961, he also received the
Bharat Ratna, the nation’s highest civilian honour.

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Doctors’ Day is
nevertheless observed to honour Dr. Roy as well as to honour other medical
professionals for their tireless work and commitment to patients.

How is it celebrated?

The B.C. Roy National Award was established by the
Indian Medical Association (IMA) in honour of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy to
honour notable individuals who make contributions to medicine, science,
philosophy, public affairs, the arts, and literature. Every year on July 1,
which is National Doctors Day, the award is given out by the President of
India.

The event
honours the dedication of medical professionals worldwide who regularly strive
day and night to safeguard patients’ wellbeing.