Understanding Family Medicine | Insights with Dr. Raman Kumar and Ms Preeti Jhangiani

Описание: Actress Ms Preeti Jhangiani in conversation with Dr Raman Kumar | Family Medicine
Presented by the Institute of Family Medicine and Primary Care (iFMPC)

In this insightful 35-minute conversation, Dr. Raman Kumar, Director of iFMPC - Institute of Family Medicine & Primary Care, joins actor and wellness advocate Ms Preeti Jhangiani to explore the vital role of Family Medicine in India’s evolving healthcare landscape.

Podcast Highlights
00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
00:10 - Why did Dr. Raman Kumar choose Family Medicine as his career?
01:47 - What exactly is Family Medicine?
04:10 - Why Family Doctor's are important today?
05:20 - Why you should call your Family Doctor first?
07:16 - How is a Family Doctor different from a specialist?
09:45 - Family doctors: Your partner in lifelong health
10:52 - How does long-term care from your family doctor help your family?
12:50 - Role of family doctors in preventive care and health education
16:30 - Family Medicine in India — where do we stand?
22:25 - India is advancing in healthcare — is Family Medicine keeping pace?
24:25 - Family doctor help manage lifestyle-related health issues
27:15 - Future of Family Medicine
28:15 - Advice to young doctors
31:15 - Why you must have a Family Medicine Specialist?

About iFMPC:
The Institute of Family Medicine and Primary Care (iFMPC) is dedicated to advancing comprehensive and patient-centered healthcare in India through education, training, and advocacy for Family Medicine.

We focus on:
• Promoting the importance of primary care and family physicians
• Training healthcare professionals for holistic and continuous care
• Supporting preventive health and management of chronic conditions
• Enhancing community health through accessible medical services

Our mission is to empower healthcare providers and patients alike with knowledge and compassionate care that strengthens the entire healthcare system.

Stay connected with iFMPC as we shape the future of healthcare in India.