Draft:Dr. Sudheer Dara
Dr. Sudheer Dara | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 29, 1971 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | MBBS, MD |
| Years active | 1990s–present |
| Known for | Founder of Epione Pain Management |
| Medical career | |
| Profession | Physician, Pain management Specialist, Politician |
| Website | https://www.epionepainmanagement.com |
Dr. Sudheer Dara (born 29 June 1971) is an Indian physician, pain management specialist, and politician. He is the founder and director, and Dr. Minal Chandra, Co-Founder of Epione Pain Management, a healthcare facility[1] in Hyderabad, Telangana, specializing in regenerative therapies and non-surgical approaches for chronic pain management.[2] Dr. Dara is also affiliated with the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), where he actively participates in political initiatives[3] focused on healthcare and public welfare.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Dr. Sudheer Dara was born in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, and completed his schooling in the state. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Doctor of Medicine (MD) degrees from Kurnool Medical College. He further specialized in anesthesiology and pain medicine, with additional training in Pain and Palliative Care at MNJ Cancer Hospital, Hyderabad.
Medical Career
[edit]Dr. Dara has contributed significantly to the field of pain management in India,[4]emphasizing non-invasive and regenerative therapies. In 2018, he established Epione Pain Management, which provides innovative treatments such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy and other minimally invasive techniques for managing conditions like joint pain, back pain, and cancer-related pain.
Over his career, Dr. Dara has conducted extensive training programs, educating over 10,000 medical professionals in pain management techniques. He has also organized cadaveric workshops to train healthcare practitioners in interventional procedures.
Political Career
[edit]In addition to his medical pursuits, Dr. Dara is actively involved in politics. As a member of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP), he has been tasked with overseeing political activities in a Lok Sabha constituency and several assembly segments in Andhra Pradesh.[5] His political focus includes enhancing healthcare accessibility and addressing public health issues.
Contributions and Research
[edit]Dr. Dara has published multiple research papers on topics such as radiofrequency ablation, trigeminal neuralgia, and the effectiveness of regenerative therapies. He authored a practical guide, Handbook on Interventional Procedures in Pain Management, aimed at advancing medical education in this field.
Awards and Recognition
[edit]Dr. Dara's contributions have been recognized through numerous awards, including:
- Best Pain Clinic Award for Epione Pain Management (2019–2020)
- TIMES Health Excellence (2021)[6]
- India Book of Records for conducting the most PRP therapies in India (2021–2022)
- Rashtriya Gaurav Award (2022)
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Humanitarian Excellence Awards (2022)
References
[edit]- ^ "Dr Sudheer Dara, Founder Director, and Dr. Minal Chandra, Co-Founder of Epione Pain Management". The Hans India. 26 Sep 2024.
- ^ "Dr. Sudheer Dara: A Visionary and His Revolutionary Pain Management Center". ABP Live. 27 Sep 2023.
- ^ "Sudheer has been appointed as the in-charge for Nandikotkur (SC) seat, replacing T Arthur". News India Express. 27 Nov 2024.
- ^ "India faces an often underrepresented challenge – the silent epidemic of chronic pain". Deccan Chronical. 28 Sep 2023.
- ^ "In the 2019 elections, Arthur contested from the Nandikotkuru constituency, fielding Dr. Sudheer Dara as the candidate". The News Minute. 20 Mar 2024.
- ^ "Times Health Excellence Awards 2021". Business News This Week. 25 Dec 2021.