—- Dr. Virender Sarwal
Being a cardiac surgeon is a path that requires immense grit, courage, and an agile mind. The heart, as the most vital organ of the body, sustains life, and treating it involves precision and dedication. Cardiac surgery often becomes the final avenue of hope for patients battling severe heart diseases.
From a young age, I found immense pleasure in tasks accomplished with one’s own hands, especially those that could save a fellow human being’s life. My dream came true in 1990 when I embarked on my incredible journey in cardiac surgery. This specialty was still in its early stages, and I remember my mentor advising against it when I qualified as a general surgeon. However, my dreams were exceptional, and it felt like divine intervention guided me to transform into a cardiac surgeon, a field both challenging and rewarding.
The path to becoming a cardiac surgeon is demanding, requiring long hours in the operating room and extensive postoperative care to ensure that patients return to their families healthy and happy. The specialty has a lengthy incubation period for budding surgeons, but the rewards are worth the effort. Cardiac surgery is often the definitive solution, the last resort for patients referred by other specialties. It offers no room for errors and demands immense responsibility, as cardiac surgeons must rely solely on their skills with no option to retreat.
Cardiac surgery is a relatively young specialty but has gained significant importance and popularity because it saves lives. It demands the best of competitive spirit and adherence to scientific guidelines with a patient-centric approach. Looking back, I have no regrets about choosing this challenging path, despite the difficulties. The satisfaction of making a difference in someone’s life far outweighs any distractions or challenges encountered along the way.
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