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The Honorary Fellowship is among the highest accolades awarded by the Royal College.
Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar, Provost, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, Symbiosis International University (SIU), was conferred the prestigious Honorary Fellowship by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow (RCPSG), at a special convocation held in Glasgow.
This distinguished international honour is a recognition of Dr. Yeravdekar’s extraordinary contributions to the advancement of healthcare and medical education over the past decades.
The Honorary Fellowship is among the highest accolades awarded by the Royal College, acknowledging individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact in their respective fields of medicine and healthcare delivery.
Through his visionary leadership at Symbiosis, Dr. Yeravdekar has been instrumental in developing integrated models of medical education, healthcare delivery, and community well-being. His efforts have effectively bridged academia and healthcare, ensuring quality education and compassionate clinical care. The Royal College, in its citation, highly commended Dr. Yeravdekar’s dedication, his commitment to nurturing excellence in medical education, and his work in forging international collaborations.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar expressed his gratitude, “This honour is not mine alone; it belongs to the Symbiosis family and to every healthcare educator and practitioner working tirelessly. I am deeply humbled by this recognition from such a globally respected institution.”
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, established in 1599, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, is one of the world’s oldest and most respected medical institutions, promoting excellence in healthcare and supporting professionals globally.