Dr. S. Shantha Kumari

President, FOGSI – 2021From the Desk of President – Dr. S.
Shantha Kumari, FOGSI 2021My Dear FOGSIANs,

Namaskaram

Distinguished guests Dr. Nageswar Reddy, Dr.Surender Rao, respected seniors,
teachers, my dear friends, and Fogsians. It is an emotional moment today as I stand
in front of you as the 60th President of FOGSI, the 20th woman President, and the
first Telugu speaking. I feel privileged and humbled to assume the office of
President of FOGSI today on 27th June 2021 which has been possible only because of
the love and affection of all my 37000 fellow FOGSIans. I extendmy regards
and wishes to each and every Obstetrician and Gynecologist working towards
saving lives and are responsible for reducing the MMR & NMR.This
journey of mine culminating in becoming the FOGSI President is dedicated to Women’s
health as a priority and I come with a commitment to work towards minimizing
Maternal Morbidity & Mortality and reaching SDG Goals. Friends, I come in front
of you with gratitude and humility and a request to work with me for the best of
women’s health. My inspiration is my grandmother Minna- Manageramma as she was
called who was a perfect example of an empowered woman, and successfully raised 9
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