Sun Jul 06 19:45:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

A webinar, hosted by The Hindu in collaboration with SRM Institute of Science and Technology, discussed the future of medical education and the skills required for future doctors and dentists. Panelists emphasized the importance of empathy, continuous learning, community outreach, digital proficiency, research involvement, and teamwork. They also highlighted the transformation of medical education through technology and the significance of oral examinations in disease diagnosis.

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**Future Doctors Must Embrace Empathy, Digital Skills: Experts at The Hindu-SRM Webinar**

Chennai, India – July 7, 2025 – A recent webinar hosted by The Hindu in partnership with the SRM Institute of Science and Technology explored the evolving landscape of medical education and the essential skills tomorrow’s doctors and dentists will need to succeed. The panel of experts stressed that future medical professionals must prioritize empathy, embrace continuous learning, and leverage digital technology to enhance patient care.

“Every doctor must get involved in community outreach. The preventive and promotive aspect is very important,” stated Dr. Nitin M. Nagarkar, pro Vice-Chancellor (Medicine and Health Sciences) SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, highlighting the importance of public health initiatives.

Dr. Vivek Narayanan, dean, professor, and head of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, SRM Dental College, emphasized the role of dentists in early diagnosis. “Most diseases in the body can be diagnosed during an oral examination of the patient,” he said.

Panelists also underlined the importance of adapting to technological advancements. According to Dr. T.R. Muralidharan, head of Cardiac Sciences at the SRM Global Hospital, “Doctors must be prepared to unlearn and relearn. A doctor of the future must be proficient in digital technology.”

Dr. C.S. Pramesh, Director of Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, addressed the crucial role of surgeons, emphasizing the need for teamwork and informed decision-making. “Surgery is a dramatic event, where patients give themselves up to the expertise or knowledge of a surgeon,” he explained.

The webinar offered valuable insights into the future of healthcare education and can be viewed at [https://bit.ly/THSRMCC4](https://bit.ly/THSRMCC4).

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