“People pay the doctor for his trouble; for his kindness, they still remain in his debt.” – Seneca The healthcare community has gone out of the way during this pandemic and is helping the nation to heal. Every year on July 1, India celebrates 'National Doctor's Day,' initiated by the Indian Medical Association (IMA). The day commemorates Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, a globally recognized doctor, freedom fighter, educator, and politician.

There can be no better opportunity to recall the doctor, who embodied hard work, bravery, skill, persistence despite racial prejudice, love for his country, and unwavering commitment to his profession. This year is dedicated yet again to YOU, the doctors and healthcare workers putting their lives at risk, in primary and secondary care settings as well as COVID-19 treatment centers, in these hard times. Saving lives is a tough job; managing a severely ill…