Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:29pm on 01 Sep 2023,Friday India Global
Renowned oncologist Dr Ravi Kannan from Chennai has been awarded the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award 2023 for his contribution to cancer care in India's Northeast. Dr Kannan, director of Assam's Cachar Cancer Hospital, has been named the 'Hero For Holistic Healthcare'. He transformed the hospital into a multifaceted cancer care institution since taking over in 2007. The Magsaysay Award recognised Dr Kannan's devotion to public service, compassion and pro-poor health care in expanding affordable cancer treatment in Assam. Under his leadership, the hospital grew from 23 to 451 staff. Dr Kannan, originally from Chennai, set "a shining example" in cancer care for millions in Assam.
