Sri Ramachandra Podcast

Beyond Words: Advancing Speech, Language & Communication" features Dr. Prakash Boominathan and Dr. Vidya Ramkumar in an insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of speech, language and hearing sciences. Dr. Prakash Boominathan is Principal and Professor, Faculty of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology, SRIHER, and Senior Consultant, Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre. Dr. Vidya Ramkumar is Professor, Faculty of Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology and Assistant Dean (Research), SRIHER, Director of SRESHT – SRIHER-IA Lab, and Founder of Asphear Technologies and Services Pvt. Ltd. She leads research on scalable, community-based, telepractice and mHealth models for the early identification and intervention of childhood hearing loss, while supporting technology transfer through Asphear.

Drawing from their clinical, academic and research experiences, the episode explores the changing scope of the field, from rehabilitation and professional voice care to newborn hearing screening, early identification and technology-enabled services.

The conversation offers perspectives on how clinical needs, research and innovation continue to shape speech, language and hearing care and expand access to services.

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Public Health’s New Battleground: Air, NCDs and Prevention" features Dr. Sankar Sambandam, Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, and Dr. Thangavel Gurusamy, Assistant Professor, Department of Environmental Health Engineering, in an insightful conversation on air pollution, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and the evolving challenges in public health.

Drawing from their expertise in environmental health engineering and epidemiology, the episode explores the growing impact of air pollution on health, the changing landscape of NCDs and the importance of prevention in addressing health risks across populations. The conversation examines how environmental exposures may influence health from early life onwards and challenges us to look beyond conventional understandings of disease prevention. It also highlights the distinct role of public health in addressing health challenges at a population level and the need for stronger approaches to emerging environmental and health concerns.

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Innovation in Dentistry: Changing Lives, One Smile at a Time features Dr. H. Thamizh Chelvan, MDS, Professor, Department of Oral Pathology & Microbiology, and Dr. Anbarasi K., MDS, Professor, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, in a conversation on the evolution of dentistry and its impact on quality of life. The episode explores the shift from conventional dentures and bridges towards dental implants, reflecting on how innovation and new approaches have expanded possibilities in dental care. The conversation also touches on the importance of timely dental care and how oral health concerns can affect patients’ daily lives, work and overall well-being.

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Beyond the Medal: The Science Behind Sporting Excellence features Dr. Arumugam, Director, Centre for Sports Science (CSS), with training in both Orthopaedic Surgery and Internal Medicine, and Ms. Elavenil Valarivan, Indian Olympic Rifle Shooter, in an insightful conversation on sports science, competitive sport and the journey towards excellence.

Drawing from their experiences in medicine, sports science and elite-level competition, the episode explores the demands of precision shooting, the physical challenges faced by athletes and the importance of preparation in high-performance sport. Ms. Elavenil reflects on the pride of representing India at the Olympic Games and the challenges of pursuing shooting as a woman athlete, while Dr. Arumugam shares perspectives on the role of sports science and sports medicine in supporting athletes and strengthening India's sporting ecosystem. The conversation also looks ahead to India's vision for hosting the 2036 Olympics and the opportunities this could create for the future of sports and athlete development.

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The Making of a Surgeon: Lessons Beyond the Operating Theatre features Dr. K. Balaji Singh, Dean, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, and Dr. Naveen Alexander, Senior Consultant in General Surgery, in a thoughtful conversation on the experiences, lessons and values that shape a surgeon’s journey.

Drawing from memorable surgical experiences and unexpected challenges, the episode explores the importance of composure, clinical judgement, humility and continuous learning in surgical practice. The conversation also highlights how meaningful learning can come from anyone and anywhere, and why mentorship, reflection and a willingness to learn from others are essential to becoming not only a skilled surgeon, but also an effective teacher and mentor to the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Listen to the Sri Ramachandra Podcast every Tuesday on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon, Apple Podcasts and JioSaavn.