Renowned Psychiatrist Dr. Vemireddy Radhika Reddy’s journey is a story of courage, compassion, and trailblazing success. At a time when psychiatry was stigmatized and rarely chosen by women, she stepped into the field with determination and redefined what it meant to be a healer of the mind. Facing skepticism, societal barriers, and professional challenges, she rose to become one of the most respected psychiatrists in Andhra Pradesh, touching the lives of thousands of patients.More...

Prof. CNR Rao is a living legend. Einstein paid a compliment to Mahatma Gandhi on his 70th birthday. He said “Generations to come, it may well be, will scarce believe that such a man as this one ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth”. At Prof. Rao’s 85th birthday, I would like to repeat these words.Prof. Rao is not an individual, he is an institution, he is a phenomenon. I feel lucky that our generations could see him, touch him, feel him, experience him, learn from him and get in...

‘Hands of God’ is a book series byDr. Arvind Yadav, chronicling the lives ofrenowned doctors and surgeons. The seriesexplores their journey—what inspiredthem to pursue medicine, their strugglesto secure a medical seat, postgraduate andspecialized training, and the challengesfaced in practice. It highlights theirmost remarkable and difficult cases,showcasing their dedication to healing.Dr. Yadav believes every doctor has ...

Prof. CNR Rao is a living legend. Einstein paid a compliment to Mahatma Gandhi on his 70th birthday. He said, “Generations to come, it may well be, will scarce believe that such a man as this one ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth”. On Prof. Rao’s birthday, I would repeat these words. Prof. Rao is not an individual, he is an institution, he is a phenomenon. I feel lucky that our generations could see him, touch him, feel him, experience him, learn from him and get inspired by h...

Biography of Sardar Jodh SinghSardar Jodh Singh: A Life of Courage and FortitudeSardar Jodh Singh’s inspirational story is filled with unexpected highs and lows. His larger-than-life quest for success makes him a role model for every middle-class citizen. Armed with nothing but grit and determination, the man managed to fight against adversity and emerge as a winner repeatedly. Throughout his journey, the only constant was his love, affection and devotion with regard to his f...

'A Master Surgeon in love with Humanity’ delineates the story of renowned surgeon Dr. Shyama Prasad. An avid reader since childhood, Shyama Prasad was the brightest among all his siblings. Driven with mounds of inquisitiveness, he was inclined to heuristic approaches and was always passionate for pressing himself with empirical practices to grasp the concepts better. He was infused with the knack of performing surgeries right from his days as a student. There were moments when he was at hi...

The Healer of Wounds' is the story of Dr. Nimmagadda Upendranath, who was determined to succeed and never gave up. He employed the skills he had learnt, to serve the people. He treated countless patients as a doctor and a surgeon, giving many of them a second chance at life. They were bestowed with newfound happiness, upon being cured of their physical and mental ailments. He was also an entrepreneur and went through all the trials and tribulations of the field. He learnt many lessons of e...

The Compassionate Cardiologist: The Life and Legacy of Dr. Johann ChristopherIn a world where medicine is often seen as a cold science, Dr. Johann Christopher has proven that the heart of healing lies not just in medical knowledge but in the compassion and humanity behind it. In The Compassionate Cardiologist, Dr. Johann takes us on a remarkable journey through his life—one defined by unyielding dedication, groundbreaking discoveries, and a profound commitment to patient care. From...

Biography of Sardar Jodh SinghSardar Jodh Singh: A Life of Courage and FortitudeSardar Jodh Singh’s inspirational story is filled with unexpected highs and lows. His larger-than-life quest for success makes him a role model for every middle-class citizen. Armed with nothing but grit and determination, the man managed to fight against adversity and emerge as a winner repeatedly. Throughout his journey, the only constant was his love, affection and devotion with regard to his f...

The Healer of Wounds' is the story of a man who was determined to succeed and never gave up. He employed the skills he had learnt, to serve the people. He treated countless patients as a doctor and a surgeon, giving many of them a second chance at life. They were bestowed with new-found happiness, upon being cured of their physical and mental ailments. He was also an entrepreneur and went through all the trials and tribulations of the field. He learnt many lessons of entrepreneurship; some...

Phoolbasan Yadav is the pioneer of Self Help Groups in India, and it is considered her most significant contribution to Indian society and the social justice system. But that does not mean that her other contributions are any less important. She has worked relentlessly for education, healthcare, economic upliftment, women’s empowerment and what not. Something that strikes me about her life is that she has been a relentless crusader against social evil and disparity right from her childhood...

Arvind Yadav has met up with some of the top doctors in India and has written a wonderful tome about these extraordinary people and how they handled hundreds of patients year after year. Arvind found how less health literacy was associated with worse quality of life, worse physical function and more emergency department utilization for heart patients. And how these legendary surgeons worked to make the impossible possible. Top doctors interviewed in the book have opened up, and patients ar...