Very
sadly I report 2 tragic instances.
Dr. Rajesh Padia, a members of APSI and practicing in Ahmedabad,
lost his life and that of his son during the unfortunate earthquake
of 26th January. The multistoried apartment building where he
lived collapsed, causing the tragedy, which also rendered his
wife paraplegic and hurt his only surviving daughter. May God
grant peace to the departed soul and give courage to the family
to bear the loss. Dr. Padia had done his Mch from KEM Medical
College, Mumbai in 1988 and was an active member of APSICON at
Baroda. This is an unparalleled tragedy that has befallen on one
of our members and Plastic Surgeons from Baroda have taken a lead
in collecting some contributions from our members for the bereaved
family. On the maximum extent possible. Contributions may be drawn
in favour of 'BAPS - Dr. Padia Fund' and sent by registered post/courier
to Baroda Association of Plastic Surgeons, C/O Nishta Hospital,
C.C.Patel Square, Race Course Circle, Ellora Park Road, Baroda
- 390 007.
Brig.
(Retd.) Rasamay Ganguly, AVSM, VSM, and Past President of
APSI passed away on 14th February. May God grant peace to the
departed should and give courage to the family to bear the loss.
Dr. Ganguly had a brilliant career and had received numerous awards,
including the Hallett Prize from Royal College of Surgeons, England,
the B.C. Roy Award and the Col.Pandalai Oration.
