Student testimonial: UG/PG –
Dr. Sumeet Kaur Ghai ( PG)
MY EXPERIENCES OF DOING RESIDENCY AT THE ENT DEPARTMENT AT VASANTRAO PAWAR HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL COLLEGE
My respected teachers at the ENT department at Vasantrao Pawar Hospital and Medical College helped me craft my surgical and diagnostic skills that took me from a shaking leaf to the confident surgeon that I have become today. Not only did my confidence jump tenfold when I finished my residency, but I also got equipped with tools I can use for the rest of my life. First and foremost Dr. Burse Sir who has been a father figure for all the past residents understood where I was in terms of knowledge of ENT surgery and also patiently taught me in ways which were tailored for me and my personality and made me a better surgeon and physician. Dr. Shreeya Maam’s knowledge and surgical skills speak for themselves and her intuitive strategies left me with absolutely no excuses getting in the way of success. Dr. Sancheti Maam’s kindness and the way she helped polish our operative skills is something I would always remember. Dr. Chaitanya Sir has the intuition and skills to guide us through the fear of what to do when faced with any problem while treating or operating on any patient. Dr. Rushika Maam taught me techniques that will help me improve my professional skills. The dynamic composition of the teachers in the department and their cognizance and perception as an elite team together led to the transformation of me from a young budding resident into a strong and confident physician and surgeon. A teacher takes a hand, opens a mind and touches a heart.
Sumeet Kaur Ghai
Divya Bangera (PG)
Experience as a ENT resident in Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College, Adgaon, Nashik.
I Dr. Divya R Bangera was a ENT resident in Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College. I Joined as a resident in 2013 and came out as confident ENT surgeon in 2016. Thanks to my wonderful and talented teachers to infuse this confidence in me. Residents were given a free hand and at the same time were supervised to improve our knowledge and surgical skill. And in the process of teaching us, they never demotivated us. We saw all variety of cases and surgeries, one should see as a resident. Our teachers made sure that we acquire essential skills to practice in this competitive world. It’s their principles I still follow and trying to inculcate in my juniors wherever ever I go. I will always be grateful to my ever encouraging teachers for shaping my career.
[Dr. Divya R Bangera]
Dr. Tejasvi Kotekar
- My three years of residency in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology have been a truly enriching and memorable journey. More than a place of training, the department felt like a second family, where teachers guided, faculty mentored, and seniors and juniors supported one another through every phase of residency.
- Clinical training in the department was strong and well structured. Regular patient interactions in the OPD, thoughtful discussions during routine clinical work, and bedside teaching helped build confidence in systematic examination and sound clinical decision-making. Operating theatre training was progressive and well supervised, with teachers patiently explaining not just the steps of surgery, but also the principles behind them.
- Academics formed a solid backbone of departmental life. Postgraduate activities—seminars, journal clubs, case discussions, and academic rounds—encouraged discipline, critical thinking, and exam-oriented learning. The guidance provided by the Head of the Department, Associate Professors, and Lecturers created an environment where residents felt supported and motivated to improve.
- What truly set the department apart was its positive and healthy work culture. Activities such as marathon runs, departmental outings, and informal gatherings strengthened bonds and fostered a sense of belonging, even during demanding schedules.
- I complete my residency with deep gratitude and pride. The mentorship, academic rigor, and warmth of this department have shaped me both professionally and personally, and the values and relationships gained here will remain with me throughout my career.
Dr. Tejasvi Kotekar JR 3
Dr Ashish Totawar
Good evening mam,
Thank you so much for being not only our guide and HOD but also a constant source of motivation and inspiration. Your words during rounds always encouraged us to study sincerely and think clinically. You taught us that medicine is not just about knowledge, but about compassionate patient care, proper counseling, and understanding patients as human beings.
Over these three years, you have shaped us with your vast clinical knowledge and, more importantly, with your approach toward handling patients with empathy and confidence. Your guidance played a crucial role in helping me pass and grow as a better doctor.
I am truly grateful for your support, dedication, and the wonderful learning environment you created for us. Thank you so much, ma’am, for everything.🙏🏻😊
Dr Ashish Totawar JR 3
