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  “The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one-seventh of its bulk above water.” — Sigmund Freud In the high-stakes world of surgery, precision and presence of mind are vital. Yet, behind every measured incision and critical decision, there lies an often-unseen force—the subconscious mind. As a surgeon, I have come to appreciate how the conscious and subconscious minds are not just parallel entities but intertwined players in both surgical performance and human experience. CONSCIOUS VS. SUBCONSCIOUS: A FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW The conscious mind is what we actively engage—planning, analyzing, communicating, and making deliberate choices. It’s what allows a surgeon to follow a protocol, read a CT scan, or teach a student. On the other hand, the subconscious mind stores memories, instincts, patterns, and automatic processes. It’s what allows our hands to move with practiced finesse during laparoscopic procedures or recall the subtle tactile resistance of a lesion. In t...

  EARLY SURVEILLANCE FOR CANCERS IN INDIA: A NECESSITY FOR BETTER OUTCOMES. Cancer is a significant public health concern in India, with rising incidence and mortality rates. Early surveillance and detection are crucial strategies to reduce the cancer burden, improve treatment outcomes, and enhance survival rates. The Indian government, along with professional bodies such as the Indian Association of Medical and Surgical Oncology (IAMSO), has established guidelines to facilitate early cancer detection and management. However, financial constraints play a crucial role in determining access to timely screening, diagnosis, and treatment. THE IMPERATIVE FOR EARLY CANCER SURVEILLANCE IN INDIA. India faces a growing cancer epidemic, with over a million new cases diagnosed annually. Cancers of the breast, cervix, and oral cavity are among the most prevalent. Early detection through surveillance can lead to timely interventions, reducing mortality and improving quality of life. Chall...

" Healing Others While Hurting Within: The Unseen Struggles of India's Medical Residents " GIST:  Indian postgraduate residency is a rigorous, hands-on training program that shapes medical graduates into specialists. Spanning 3 years, it blends clinical exposure, surgical skills, research, and academic learning. Residents manage high patient loads, gaining expertise in diagnosis, treatment, and procedural techniques. Competitive entrance exams like NEET-PG and INI-CET ensure merit-based selection. Specializations range from Internal Medicine to Minimal Access Surgery. Despite challenges like long working hours, residency fosters resilience, innovation, and leadership in healthcare. Indian-trained specialists are globally recognized for their competence and adaptability, making this training a gateway to excellence in medicine. Introduction Medical residency is one of the most challenging and demanding phases of a doctor’s career. In India, postgraduate medical trainees,...