Padma Shri Dr B K S Sanjay conferred with Wellness Excellence Award

At the 2nd International Conference on Wellness, organised by PRAYATNA in association with the Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Dr Sanjay delivered a keynote speech titled “Health Is Not Only an Asset, but a Resource Which Must Be Nurtured by All.” He stressed that Health, Education, and Nutrition (HEN) form the foundation of a nation’s progress and presented his practical wellness model, DEWS — Diet, Exercise, Work, and Sleep — describing it as a “no-cost health booster.” Emphasising the significance of preventive healthcare, he urged regular medical check-ups and early diagnosis as key measures to lessen the country’s burden of avoidable diseases. 

He emphasised that “any deviation from normal values should serve as an early warning”, and reasserted the importance of keeping basic health monitoring tools such as weighing scale, measuring tape, a full-length mirror, thermometer, blood pressure monitor, glucometer, and pulse oximeter in every household, reports Garhwal Post.

Dr Sanjay urged the launch of a nationwide Health Screening Awareness Campaign, stating, “Prevention is better than cure.” He ended by connecting wellness to nation-building and encouraged citizens to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'Viksit Bharat', emphasizing that a healthy and educated population is crucial for India's progress.

Dr. Bhupendra Kumar Singh Sanjay, born on 31 August 1956 in Saidnagar, a small village in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, displayed brilliance in academics from an early age. Dr. Sanjay completed his MBBS from GSBM Medical College, Kanpur, in 1980. He later served in some of the country’s most reputed institutions, including PGI Chandigarh and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi. Over the years, he earned fellowships from several countries, such as Japan, the USA, Russia, Australia, and Sweden, continually enhancing his expertise. His research papers have been published in prestigious international journals, and he has delivered guest lectures across the globe.

In recognition of his exemplary contribution to medicine, the Government of India conferred upon him the Padma Shri, one of the nation’s highest civilian honours. His pioneering work in surgery has earned him multiple accolades, including entries in the Limca Book of Records and the Guinness World Records. He also holds a place in the India Book of Records for his social achievements.

Among his remarkable feats, in 2005, he set a world record by successfully removing the largest tumour of bone, a milestone acknowledged worldwide. Additionally, he secured a place in the Limca Book of Records in 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2009 for several innovative surgical achievements. Beyond his clinical excellence, Dr. Sanjay has also been a leader in his field, serving as the founding president of the Uttarakhand branch of the Indian Orthopaedic Association. He is an active member of numerous national and international medical organisations.

Over the years, he has received several honours, including the Uttarakhand Ratna, Uttaranchal Gaurav, Scott Foundation France Award, President Appreciation Award, National Healthcare Excellence Award, Dr. Durga Prasad Popular Physician Award, Nation Builder Award, Mussoorie Ratna, Health Icon Award, Best Orthopedic Surgeon in India Award, and Six Sigma Healthcare Excellence Award, among many others.