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Published on: Jul 05, 2020
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By: Dr Rajan Choudhary

DOCTORS DAY: THE CELEBRATION OF DR BIDHAN CHANDRA ROY

Today is the 1st of July, also known as Doctor’s Day. We celebrate it in honor of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, one of the most influential men in Modern India.

He was born in 1882 in Patna, the youngest of five siblings, to a modest family. He studied at Presidency College, Kolkata, and later at Patna College with Honours in Mathematics. After completing further studies at Calcutta Medical College he left for England to pursue further medical training.

Records show he tried to apply at St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London, over 30 times before they relented and allowed entry. Within two years he was a fellow of not just the Royal College of Physicians but also the Royal College of Surgeons, a feat unheard of today.

When India was pushing for its freedom Dr Roy returned home with the aim of making his home nation’s people strong, healthy and successful. He had a major role in establishing healthcare facilities including the Jadavpur TB Hospital, Chittaranjan Seva Sadan, Kamala Nehru Memorial Hospital, Victoria Institution and Chittaranjan Cancer Hospital in Kolkata.

He was very close to Mahatma Gandhi's personal physician & the only man Gandhi would reluctantly obey. During

When India got independence, he wanted to go back to medicine, but Gandhi told him Bengal needed him. During his fast in Pune, Dr Roy visited him and encouraged him to take his medicine.

Gandhiji had refused medicines because they were was not made in India and asked him, "Why should I take your treatment? Do you treat four hundred million of my countrymen free?" The doctor had replied "No Gandhiji, I could not treat all patients free. But I came here not to treat Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, but to treat someone who represents the four hundred million people of my country."

Dr Roy was also very involved in politics and leadership roles, having a significant positive impact on people's lives. He played a role as the Mayor of Calcutta, Vice-Chancellor of Calcutta University, President of the Medical Council of India and the Governor of the United Provinces (now Uttar Pradesh). It was under his mayorship that the city undertook a massive expansion in free education, public health care, road infrastructure, improved lighting, and water supply.

After Independence Gandhiji persuaded him to stay as a leader, in the office of Chief Minister of West Bengal, on the condition he could pick his cabinet without political interference. Under his stewardship, he elevated the state from a time of chaos and violence to one of peace within three years.

One of his quotes is hugely relevant in these times. "Difficulties are always there-they will always be there, and I am glad that there are difficulties, for they excite the imagination and the intellect, and you can then find out the means by which you can solve the problem".

It is this role model we celebrate today on Doctor’s Day.

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Corporate Health Checkup Packages India: How SecondMedic Is Transforming Workplace Wellness

A healthy workforce isn’t just an HR benefit - it’s a strategic business asset.
With rising lifestyle diseases, stress, and sedentary habits, companies in India are increasingly prioritizing corporate health checkup packages to protect employee well-being and boost workplace productivity.

According to FICCI-EY (2024), companies that invest in preventive health programs see:

27% reduction in sick leaves
22% boost in workforce productivity
35–40% lower long-term hospitalization costs

As organizations embrace digital transformation, SecondMedic has emerged as a leading provider of AI-driven, preventive corporate health solutions across India.

The Growing Need for Corporate Health Checkups in India

Modern workplaces face rising incidences of:

Hypertension
Obesity
Diabetes
High cholesterol
Mental stress
Vitamin deficiencies

The ICMR 2024 Study shows that 60% of corporate employees in India fall into “high-risk” for lifestyle diseases due to long working hours and low physical activity.

Preventive screenings are no longer optional - they are essential.

What Are Corporate Health Checkup Packages?

Corporate health packages are structured preventive medical programs covering:

Vital body parameters
Blood tests
Lifestyle disease markers
Heart and organ health
Stress & mental well-being
Doctor consultations

SecondMedic makes these programs smarter through AI health analytics and digital records.

Why Companies Choose SecondMedic

AI-Enabled Health Risk Profiling

SecondMedic uses predictive algorithms to identify high-risk employees early.

Nationwide Coverage

On-site screening camps and home sample collection across all major Indian cities.

Digital Health Dashboards

HR teams receive anonymized workforce health insights.

Personalized Care for Employees

Nutrition, stress management, fitness plans, and specialist consultations.

Compliance & Data Security

ABDM-grade privacy and encrypted health records.

What’s Included in SecondMedic’s Corporate Health Packages?

A typical package includes:

1. Blood Investigations

Complete Blood Count
Fasting & Postprandial Blood Sugar
Lipid Profile
Thyroid Panel
Liver & Kidney Function Tests
Vitamin D & B12

2. Cardiac & Organ Exams

Resting ECG
Blood Pressure & Pulse
BMI & Body Composition Analysis

3. Mental Well-Being Assessment

Stress and sleep quality screening.

4. Doctor Consultation

A physician reviews reports and recommends action steps.

5. AI-Based Health Report

Predictive insights on metabolic, cardiac, and lifestyle risks.

6. Nutrition & Wellness Coaching

Condition-based diet and fitness guidance.

SecondMedic customizes plans based on company size, employee demographics, and industry.

On-Site Corporate Health Camps

SecondMedic conducts professional, fully equipped health camps at office locations, including:

Sample collection booths
Doctor screening stations
Body composition testing
Mental well-being kiosks
Instant digital report linking to an employee’s profile

This ensures convenience and high participation rates.

Remote & Work-From-Home Employee Support

SecondMedic also covers remote teams through:

Home sample collection
Telemedicine consultations
Digital health reports
App-based wellness tracking

Perfect for hybrid and distributed workforces.

Benefits for Employers

Early Risk Detection

Identify diabetes, hypertension, and heart risks before they escalate.

Lower Healthcare Costs

Reduced insurance claims and hospitalization.

Higher Productivity

Healthy employees perform better and take fewer sick days.

Improved Workplace Culture

Employees appreciate care-driven corporate policies.

Data-Driven HR Decisions

AI dashboards help companies plan annual wellness budgets intelligently.

Benefits for Employees

Know their health risks early
Receive expert medical guidance
Access personalized diet/fitness plans
Better energy, sleep, and work performance
Convenient checkups without taking leave

Corporate Wellness Market in India: Growth Trends

As per IMARC Group (2025):

Corporate wellness market in India will reach USD 3.1 billion by 2028
62% of Indian companies plan to increase their wellness budgets
Preventive diagnostics and mental health are top priorities

SecondMedic’s technology-first wellness programs align perfectly with these industry trends.

AI in Corporate Healthcare: The SecondMedic Advantage

SecondMedic integrates AI across the corporate wellness lifecycle:

Workforce risk scoring
Lifestyle disease prediction
Personalized intervention mapping
Remote monitoring
Automated follow-ups

AI converts employee health data into actionable insights for HR and leadership teams.

Challenges in Corporate Wellness - And How SecondMedic Solves Them

Challenge	Solution by SecondMedic
Low participation	On-site camps + flexible timings
Scattered employee locations	Home sample collection nationwide
Generic plans	Personalized diet/fitness programs
Data privacy concerns	ABDM-compliant encryption
Poor follow-ups	Automated reminders + AI alerts

Conclusion

Healthy employees are an investment, not an expense.
SecondMedic’s Corporate Health Checkup Packages offer organizations a powerful blend of diagnostics, AI analytics, and preventive care - helping build a stronger, more resilient workforce.

Whether you’re a startup or a large enterprise, SecondMedic brings world-class corporate healthcare directly to your team.

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