Roche Pharma India announces recipients of LEAP Scholarship prog
IMT News Desk
The LEAP programme is dedicated to promoting strategic thinking and unlocking innovative solutions across the cancer care continuum
Roche Pharma India announced the recipients of the Leading Engagements to Advance Patient Care in Oncology (LEAP) Award, a unique problem-solving and learning engagement programme designed for the final year DM/DNB Oncology students in India. The innovative programme aims to inspire and foster innovation among oncology students poised to enter the clinical environment by offering a dynamic platform for learning and career advancement. LEAP provides an unparalleled opportunity for students to network, collaborate, and pioneer solutions to everyday challenges in oncology.
The LEAP programme is dedicated to promoting strategic thinking and unlocking innovative solutions across the cancer care continuum. By engaging the brightest minds in the country, Roche Pharma India aims to drive better outcomes for patients and the broader cancer care ecosystem. The program attracted enthusiastic participation from DM/DNB Oncology students enrolled in 50+ prestigious medical colleges and hospitals across the nation.
Entries were meticulously evaluated by an esteemed jury panel featuring leading industry experts: Dr Amit Rauthan, Head of Department & Consultant Medical Oncology at Manipal Hospitals, Dr Surinder Kher, a renowned industry expert, and Gaur Sunder, Scientist, CDAC Pune. The evaluation criteria included innovation, feasibility, impact on patient outcomes, and strategic thinking.
The inaugural chapter of LEAP 2023-24 culminated in the recognition of the best five solutions to day-to-day challenges in clinical care, patient care, policymaking, and implementation strategies in oncology. Dr Siddhesh Tryambake of Hyderabad’s Omega Hospital, Dr Madhavi Indani from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Dr Uddiptya Goswami from Chennai’s Apollo Cancer Centre, Dr Vasanth Rooban Narasimman from Government Royepettah Hospital and Dr Vinodh Kumar Selvaraj from Madras Medical College received the recognition for taking the Leap towards academic excellence in oncology. Each of these best five contributors received a scholarship amount along with a certificate and a medal.
“We are proud of the incredible solutions proposed by these bright young minds. The LEAP programme underscores our commitment to doing what patients need next, nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals, and ensuring they are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of tomorrow,” said Roche Pharma CEO and MD, V Simpson Emmanuel.