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Dr. Atul Shah, a plastic surgeon, has received the 2023 REACH Game Changing Innovator award for his pioneering work in leprosy care. Dr. Shah developed the 'One in Four Lasso' surgery procedure three decades ago to treat abnormalities in leprosy patients. When he witnessed the difficulties of managing unhealed foot wounds, his trip took a transformative turn.
A Simple Surgical Solution
- Surgical Revolution
Dr. Shah's 'One in Four Lasso' operational procedure, which was published in the European Journal of Hand Surgery, provided a more straightforward method of treating leprosy-related abnormalities.
Unmet Needs In Leprosy Care
Dr. Shah saw the difficulties of patients with badly dressed foot wounds and envisioned a remedy other than surgery.
The Birth Of A Self-Care Kit
- Addressing Foot Ulcers
Dr. Shah created a'self-care kit' to assist leprosy sufferers in controlling common foot ulcers.
- National Integration
The kit has been used as part of India's National Leprosy Eradication Programme since 2007, benefiting over 80,000 people.
International Recognition
- PM Modi's Support
During PM Narendra Modi's stint as Chief Minister of Gujarat, the project garnered momentum and became a model for other states.
- REACH Award At COP-23
Dr. Shah was honored at COP-23 with the prestigious 2023 REACH award for his game-changing idea, which recognizes unsung heroes in global health.
The All-Inclusive Self-Care Kit
- Empowering Patients
The package allows patients to self-care, decreasing the strain on external healthcare services and solving the issue of patient isolation.
- Revolutionary Innovation
Dr. Shah's work was recognized in the 'Game Changer Innovations' category, which highlighted the importance of grassroots solutions.
V. A Triumph Of Innovation
Dr. Atul Shah's novel approach, which includes surgical methods as well as a comprehensive self-care kit, exemplifies the power of simplicity in healthcare. The global acknowledgement at COP-23 underscores the importance of local solutions in improving health outcomes for disadvantaged areas. Dr. Shah's dedication to improving leprosy care is an inspirational example of community-focused, transformative healthcare solutions.
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