On an inspiring evening at Grant Government Medical College (GGMC), M.I.C.E. Labs (Medical Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship) hosted the much-awaited annual flagship event — Chai Pe Charcha 2025.
This year’s theme, “Exploring Fields Outside Medicine After MBBS”, challenged conventional career narratives and opened doors to unconventional possibilities.
With an auditorium full of curious and ambitious students, the evening unfolded as a powerful reminder that an MBBS degree is not just a professional qualification — it is a versatile foundation for diverse career pathways.
The session was hosted by Priyanshu Sharma, Junior Council Head of M.I.C.E. Labs, alongside Social Media Head Vanshika Patel.
They introduced the essence of Chai Pe Charcha — an informal yet intellectually rich space where conversations flow as freely as tea, and ideas stretch beyond textbooks.
The message was clear:
Medicine is vast. And sometimes, the most meaningful journeys begin off the beaten path.
Meet the Visionaries
- Dr. Eham Arora – From Surgeon to Surgical AI Leader: A double board-certified surgeon and gold medalist from GGMC, Eham Arora has made a global mark in Minimal Access Surgery. A recipient of the prestigious SAGES Go Global Award and an invited speaker at Harvard Medical School, his expertise in complex hernia repairs is internationally recognized. Today, he leads the Endomechanical portfolio atJohnson & Johnson MedTech,bridging surgery with Artificial Intelligence and MedTech innovation.
- Dr. Vishal Jha – Healthcare Leader & Social Entrepreneur: Vishal Jha exemplifies leadership in both healthcare infrastructure and social service. As the Founding Director of Aroha Superspeciality Hospital and United Women’s & Children’s Hospital, and Trustee of the Chhabi Sahayog Foundation, he balances administration with advocacy for underserved cancer patients. Through Medscholar, he is reshaping medical education accessibility.
- Dr. Vivek Waghela – Founder of Gully Clinic: An alumnus of Seth GS Medical College and MD from GGMC & JJ Hospital, Vivek Waghela chose a path different from conventional private practice. As founder of Gully Clinic, he delivers affordable, preventive, and community-based healthcare directly to urban neighborhoods.
- Dr. Anjali Kumar – Healthcare Management & Policy Visionary: With a PhD in Health Economics and MBA in Healthcare Management, Anjali Kumar bridges medicine and management. As Associate Professor and Program In-Charge at Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (WeSchool), she shapes future healthcare leaders. Her work spans health insurance, economic burden of diseases, and leadership roles within WICCI Maharashtra Healthcare Council.
- Dr. Yash Sethiya – From Surgeon to Storyteller: Yash Sethiya spent seven years in clinical medicine, worked as a GMC-registered junior surgeon in London, and mentored PLAB aspirants. Despite clearing NEET PG, he made a bold decision — stepping away from surgery to pursue acting and storytelling. Within months, he completed 20+ scene works, performed in plays, and worked on a feature film.
The interactive panel discussion addressed:
- Career pivots after MBBS
- Risk vs. security in unconventional paths
- Entrepreneurship & startup ecosystems
- MedTech and AI integration
- Management and health economics
- Balancing passion with practicality
The candid responses from speakers dismantled the myth of a “linear medical career.”
Jay, the PR Head of M.I.C.E Labs, concluded the evening with a powerful takeaway: “An MBBS degree isn’t just a license — it’s a passport.” From surgical AI to grassroots clinics, from boardrooms to theatre stages — the evening showcased that medicine is not a narrow road but a multidimensional landscape.
