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In a world that often celebrates cinematic heroes and entrepreneurs, it’s the real-life heroes in fields like medicine who leave an indelible mark on society. Recently, in Ahmedabad, a memorable meeting took place between three such luminaries: Hollywood producer Jay Patel, renowned writer-director Abhishek Dudhaiya, and Dr. Tejas Patel, one of India’s most esteemed cardiologists. Dr. Patel, who recently received the prestigious Padma Bhushan (2024) and Padma Shri (2015) awards, is known globally for his pioneering work in interventional cardiology.
- Despite his demanding schedule, he was always thinking of his patients: Renowned producer Jay Patel
- Dr. Patel’s humility and kindness stand out as much as his groundbreaking medical work. It’s rare to see such a blend of brilliance and compassion: Writer-director Abhishek Dudhaiya
- Dr. Tejas Patel, a trailblazer in interventional cardiology, has dedicated his life to advancing heart care
Jay Patel, a USA-based businessman and Hollywood producer, is well known for his impactful films, including ‘I’m Gonna Tell God Everything’ and ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.’ Despite his busy career in the entertainment industry, Patel holds a deep admiration for those in the medical profession, especially figures like Dr. Tejas Patel. Speaking about their meeting, Patel shared, “When I first arrived in India after my long stay in the USA, Dr. Tejas Patel was at the top of my list of people to meet. Despite his demanding schedule, he was always thinking of his patients. Witnessing his dedication firsthand was inspiring. We also discovered we had many mutual friends, which made the encounter even more memorable. He is one of the most humble and kind-hearted individuals I’ve met.” The meeting was further enriched by the presence of Dr. Sanjay Shah, Dr. Aman Patel, and Dr. Rajnikant Radadia, who made the conversation even more engaging and joyful. Patel added, “It was a true honor to spend time with him over coffee.”
Abhishek Dudhaiya, an acclaimed writer-director known for the Bollywood hit ‘Bhuj: The Pride of India,’ brings decades of storytelling experience to his craft. While his expertise lies in weaving historical narratives, he found himself equally captivated by Dr. Patel’s extraordinary contributions to cardiology. Reflecting on the meeting, Dudhaiya said, “It was an absolute privilege to converse with someone who has achieved so much in the medical field. Dr. Tejas Patel’s pioneering work in cardiology has had a profound impact not just in India, but around the world.”
“Dr. Patel’s humility and kindness stand out as much as his groundbreaking medical work. It’s rare to see such a blend of brilliance and compassion,” added Abhishek further.
Dr. Tejas Patel, a trailblazer in interventional cardiology, has dedicated his life to advancing heart care.
