If asked, what is the noblest
profession in the world, which would you mention? Well, undoubtedly, doctors
and healthcare experts are one of the noteworthy few. The art of medical
education is about not just gaining immense knowledge and clinical experience
but also treating illness beyond possibilities to save lives. However, the
ever-increasing cost of medical education has always made it challenging for aspiring
students to pursue MBBS. There’s one man who has singlehandedly transformed
this scenario and facilitated affordable medical studies for Indian students –
that’s David Pillai.
David Pillai and His Contributions
Dr. Pillai currently chairs the
renowned institute, Kings International Medical Academy. He also spearheads
several other educational ventures across the country. Having exceptional
academic excellence in medicine himself, David Pillai is revered for his
unmatched contributions in the field of medical studies today.
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From Where It All Began
It all began from his childhood days.
Born in 1965 into a humble family, Dr Pillai has always been a caring,
compassionate and studious child. Owing to several activities that he was
engaged in, he got to witness the challenges of people from rural areas and how
poverty compelled their aspiring children to reluctantly join work instead of pursuing
basic education, let alone higher studies. All these gave him an irresistible
impulse to do something worthy for these people.
As he grew up and pursued medical
studies, the exposure was broader this time. He realised that not only those
from rural areas but students from middle-class backgrounds also struggled to
pay the exorbitant cost of medical studies in India or other western countries.
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Initiatives and Changes by David Pillai
With the zeal to bring changes in the
medical education, Dr. Pillai opined,
“Education is foremost to the
progress of humanity. To develop the society, studying medicine is essential.
This will help young scholars to gain immense knowledge and also provide
quality healthcare services to the community. After all, only a healthy society
can walk towards success.”
1) NEET Coaching at
Affordable Rates
The first step to studying MBBS in
any college, be it in India or overseas, is clearing the NEET examination.
While there’s no alternative to self-study, coaching from experienced mentors
help students ace the toughest exams like NEET in a well-prepared and organized
manner. David Pillai through Kings International Medical Academy strives
to provide the best NEET training at surprisingly low rates.
He desires that all medical applicants
pass the exam effortlessly, for which he provides comprehensive NEET training
to all aspirants. The best part is students from every financial strata can get
enrolled without straining their pockets.
#Highlight: David K Pillai has provided
free admission to a meritorious student from rural area at Kings International
Medical Academy last year.
2) FMGE Coaching
FMGE or Foreign Medical Graduate
Examination is one of the toughest in India. It is a compulsory licensure test
which qualifies a medical graduate with international MBBS degree to practice
in India. Not only does Dr Pillai offer reasonable charges, but his
institution also provides the best FMGE training in the country. Starting from
advanced medical equipment to ample study materials and regular mock tests,
there’s everything required to grab the top score.
#Highlight: Kings International
Medical Academy in association with Davao Medical School Foundation boasts high
passing percentage in FMGE results in consecutive years.
3) MBBS in Philippines
One of Dr. Pillai’s most laudable
endeavour is the collaboration of Kings International Medical Academy with
Davao Medical School Foundation in Philippines. This association facilitates
eligible Indian students to pursue an MBBS degree from this renowned institute
at low rates compared to other western countries. The cost of living is also
quite affordable in Philippines, thus, making it feasible for students from
middle-class backgrounds.
#Highlight: David Pillai travelled to various parts of the globe for finding the best destination to study MBBS in abroad for Indian students. That’s when he concluded with Philippines. This
Southeast Asian nation is perfect for Indian students in terms of:
a. cost of living
b. education expenses
c. quality learning
d. extensive hands-on training
e. language
f.
several fellow Indian medicos
g. lifestyle
h. climate
i.
disease pattern
j.
safety and welcoming nature, etc.
Besides making medical education and training affordable, David Pillai has also provided free education to several children from rural areas in India. He has been honoured with prestigious awards for his countless endeavours that impacted thousands of lives positively. Two of the noteworthy rewards conferred to him are the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2nd Annual Global Medical Excellence Awards, United Kingdom and a governor’s citation from Maryland and a Certificate of recognition from Peter Franchot, Comptroller of Maryland.