Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya, May 15: Pa Sangma International Medical College & Hospital (PIMC),
constituent medical college of the University of Science & Technology Meghalaya (USTM), had the
privilege of hosting renowned nephrologist Dr Tonmoy Das, Chief Consultant Nephrologist of Apollo
International Hospital, Guwahati, during the celebration of Celesta-26: 2nd College Week held at
USTM.
A distinguished physician and one of the pioneering first-generation doctors of Northeast India, Dr
Tonmoy Das, belongs to a highly progressive and respected family of Assam. His father served as the
former Chief Secretary of Assam, and Dr Das himself has made immense contributions to the field of
nephrology and healthcare in the region over the decades.
Addressing the MBBS students at PIMC, Dr Das shared valuable insights from his long and inspiring
journey in medicine, emphasising dedication, discipline, ethics, and compassion in the medical
profession. He encouraged students to pursue excellence while remaining deeply connected to the
humanitarian responsibilities of a doctor.
“A doctor must earn the confidence of patients through knowledge, compassion, communication,
and commitment. If we can build trust and provide quality healthcare within the Northeast, we can
significantly stop the migration of patients outside the region for treatment.” — Dr Tonmoy Das.
During the interactive session, Dr Das engaged warmly with the students of the first and second
batches of PIMC, answering their questions and motivating them to embrace challenges with
confidence and commitment. His interaction created an atmosphere of inspiration and aspiration
among the young medical students.
The programme was attended by eminent dignitaries, including Prof. G.D. Sharma, Vice Chancellor,
USTM; Padma Shri Dr S. Sahariah, Pro Vice Chancellor, USTM; Prof. Hem Kanta Sarma, Principal,
PIMC; Prof. (Dr.) Amal Chandra Kataki, Director of Medical Administration, PIMC, etc.
During his visit to USTM, Dr Tonmoy Das also toured various state-of-the-art facilities, including the
advanced research centre and academic facilities of the university, where he interacted with faculty
members, researchers, and students. He appreciated the institution’s growing emphasis on
innovation, scientific research, and interdisciplinary learning.
Dr Das particularly lauded the remarkable entrepreneurial journey of USTM and its Founder Chancellor, stating that the university
has emerged as a pioneering educational hub of the Northeast through visionary leadership,
dedication, and a strong commitment to quality education and healthcare. He expressed admiration
for the rapid expansion of academic and medical infrastructure at USTM and termed it a model of
educational transformation for the region.
The event marked another significant milestone in the academic and cultural journey of PIMC under
the banner of the second college week of PIMC, Celesta-26, reflecting USTM’s commitment towards
nurturing excellence in medical education and professional values.
