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‘White Coat Ceremony’ was held for the 2024 batch of MBBS students at Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS)

Published on: October 26, 2024

‘White Coat Ceremony’ was held for the 2024 batch of MBBS students at Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS)

The Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) celebrated a momentous occasion on 24th October 2024, as its newest batch of MBBS students donned the apron for the first time during the White Coat Ceremony. This tradition marks the inception of their journey into the field of medical studies and was organized in the institute for the very first time.

The ceremony commenced with a warm welcome note by Dr. Abha Shrivastava, Professor and Head, Department of Physiology and Coordinator, Foundation Course followed by a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony performed by dignitaries. The occasion was graced by Prof. Dr. Ashok Kumar Deorari, Principal, HIMS, Prof. Dr. DC Dhasmana, Professor, Pharmacology and Link-principal, HIMS, Prof. Dr. Renu Dhasmana, Vice-Principal (administration) and Head, Ophthalmology, Prof. Dr. Vinit Mehrotra, Director, Student Affairs and Professor, Biochemistry, Prof. Dr. Archana Prakash, Controller of Examinations and Professor, Biochemistry, Prof. Dr. Reshma Kaushik, Vice-Principal (PG), Dr. Anuradha Kusum, Vice-Principal (UG) and heads and faculty members of various departments. Dr. Abha Shrivastava expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the gathering, setting a tone of reverence and anticipation for the proceedings ahead.

Following this, Professor (Dr.) Ashok Kumar Deorari, Principal, Himalayan Institute of Medical sciences, in his inspiring address, emphasized the significance of the white coat, highlighting the responsibilities that come with this important symbol. He urged the students to uphold the highest ethical standards and to serve humanity with compassion and dedication, sharing small anecdotes of his own journey going back several decades. He reminded the students that the apron is a representation of purity, professionalism, and empathy, and it signifies the students’ commitment to the medical profession and the trust placed in them by patients and the community.

This ceremony not only celebrates a milestone in their educational journey but also symbolizes the passing of a baton of goodwill from the faculty to the students, nurturing the seeds of their future practice and formally inducting the next generation of doctors into medical training. As faculty members assisted the students in donning their white coats, it was a powerful moment, akin to planting the seeds of compassion and dedication that will grow throughout their medical careers.

Following this, Dr. Ramkumar S, conducted a demonstration of the event and called out the names of the students one by one. Each student was donned the white coat by a senior professor. The students then took the Charak Shapath, administered by the principal, pledging to uphold the principles of medical ethics and serve their patients with utmost care.

The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Anuradha Kusum, Vice-Principal, UG Medical Programme. She expressed her appreciation for the faculty, staff, and guests in attendance, wishing the students success in their future endeavours.

The White Coat Ceremony marked a significant milestone in the lives of the newly admitted MBBS students, reinforcing their commitment to the medical profession. As they embark on this journey to become skilled and compassionate doctors, the white coat will serve as a constant reminder of the noble path they have chosen, nurtured by the guidance of their mentors.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.