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National Doctors' Day is celebrated in India on July 1 every year. Internationally, Doctors' Day is marked on March 30 each year. But in India, the National Doctors' Day is a tribute to legendary physician Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, who was also the second Chief Minister of West Bengal. Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy was born on July 1, 1882. The physician died on the same day as his birthday. He passed away on July 1, 1962. Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy was honoured with a Bharat Ratna on February 4, 1961, a year before his death.
Internationally, Doctors' Day was first observed on May 9, 1933, in Georgia, USA. Doctors' Day in India celebrates the selfless service of doctors as also of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy. Watch a video on Doctors' Day and Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy here:
Celebrate Doctors' Day in India by sending red carnations to your doctor and his / her spouse to wish them a Happy Doctors' Day! If you belong to a family of doctors, celebrate it with a good dinner at home or out. Surely doctors are the most caring and humble souls who save lives and work relentlessly to heal their patients. Let's salute the doctors of India and the world over! National Doctors’ Day 2017: How doctors are helping their patients have a better medical experience.
By Shweta Parande
India.com Lifestyle Staff July 1, 2024 11:25 AM IST
During routine checkups make sure to ask plenty of questions regarding your health, treatment procedure, and medication to gain clarity about your overall well-being.
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India.com News Desk July 1, 2022 3:38 PM IST
On July 1, 1991, IMA held the first National Doctors' Day celebration in honour of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy on his birthday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted doctors on Doctors' Day and acknowledged their key role in saving lives.
Trending Desk July 1, 2022 1:40 PM IST
The text on the cartoon also had a pun about the Madhuri Dixit song Dhak Dhak Karne Laga.
India.com Lifestyle Staff July 1, 2022 6:30 AM IST
The theme of National Doctors Day 2022 is 'Family Doctors on the Front Line'.
India.com Lifestyle Staff June 27, 2022 10:12 AM IST
National Doctors' Day 2022: July 1 is celebrated as 'National Doctor's Day' as National Doctors' Day by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
India.com Entertainment Desk July 1, 2021 4:50 PM IST
Ayushmann Khurrana calls doctors real superheroes in his special message to them on National Doctor's Day,
India.com News Desk July 1, 2021 3:51 PM IST
National Doctors' Day: Saying that the doctors' knowledge and experience are helping the country battle this COVID19 virus, PM Modi said the budget allocation for the health sector has been doubled.
India.com Lifestyle Staff July 1, 2021 9:05 AM IST
National Doctors Day 2021: The difficult times amid COVID-19 have once again reminded us about the contributions and sacrifices made by doctors and the healthcare staff around the globe
India.com News Desk July 1, 2021 12:01 AM IST
National Doctors' Day: PM Modi has lauded the role played by healthcare workers who have been at the forefront of battling the Covid-19 disease outbreak.
India.com Lifestyle Staff June 30, 2021 2:21 PM IST
July 1 is celebrated as 'National Doctor's Day' as National Doctors' Day by the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
India.com Lifestyle Staff June 30, 2021 1:03 PM IST
National Doctors' Day 2021: This year is once again dedicated to all those doctors and healthcare professionals who are serving in these trying times by risking their lives either in primary as well as secondary care setups or in dedicated COVID care facilities.
India.com Staff July 2, 2020 11:20 PM IST
There are a number of interesting events taking place in the month of July.
India.com Entertainment Desk July 1, 2020 5:24 PM IST
National Doctor's Day: Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh take a pledge to donate their organs. Watch their video.
India.com Staff June 30, 2020 10:48 PM IST
There are a number of reasons why you should not consult the Internet for a cure to your ailment.
India.com Staff June 30, 2020 8:26 PM IST
The day was established in 1991 in India, and it was marked on July 1 as an honour to Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
India.com Staff June 29, 2020 7:16 PM IST
Just for laughs or better yet, laughter is the best medicine.
India.com News Desk June 29, 2020 5:53 PM IST
Bannerjee said her state administration is introducing tele-medicine services from July 1 to enable patients to avail medical consultation on telephone amid lockdown in the state.
India.com Staff June 28, 2020 7:01 PM IST
At a time when doctors are bogged down by the number of COVID-19 cases in hospitals, showing your appreciation will go a long way.
India.com Buzz Desk July 1, 2018 8:50 AM IST
National Doctor's Day is celebrated every year on July 1
Shweta Parande July 1, 2016 8:13 PM IST
Read the heartfelt message shared by our beloved Amitabh Bachchan on the occasion of Doctors Day on July 1.
Press Trust of India July 1, 2015 3:51 PM IST
Gujarat, July 1: The country celebrates National Doctor’s Day today. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) focuses on the Right to Health as a fundamental right. IMA is also concentrating on the principles that manage the bond between doctors and patients. According to the reports by TOI, Dr. Chetan Patel said, “IMA demands that Right to […]
Shweta Parande June 30, 2014 8:17 PM IST
Doctors' Day or National Doctors' Day is celebrated in India on July 1 every year, marking the birthday of legendary physician Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy who was also the second Chief Minister of West Bengal.
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