Comfort Kills More Dreams Than Failures Ever Did | Dr. Rakesh Bahl | TEDxGMC Doda
In this thought-provoking TEDx Talk, Dr. Rakesh Bahl, Principal of Government Medical College, Doda, and a distinguished Professor of Community Medicine, explores a powerful idea “Comfort kills more dreams than failures ever did.”With decades of service in medicine and public health, Dr. Bahl’s journey reflects an extraordinary blend of academic excellence, discipline, and compassion.From serving as a Medical Officer in the Border Security Force and the Indian Air Force, to leading transformative healthcare outreach programs in some of the remotest corners of Jammu & Kashmir, his life exemplifies purpose-driven leadership in action.Under his stewardship, GMC Doda has evolved into a beacon of medical education, community engagement, and environmental responsibility organizing medical camps, fostering health awareness, and nurturing a generation of socially conscious doctors.In this inspiring talk, Dr. Bahl reminds us that true growth begins outside our comfort zones- that courage, not convenience, defines success.His words are a call to students, professionals, and dreamers alike: dare to step beyond comfort, and you will discover your greatest potential.Speaker: Dr. Rakesh Bahl, Principal, Government Medical College Doda
Event: TEDxGMCDoda 2025 – The Art of Possibility
Venue: Government Medical College, Doda
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#HealthcareLeadership #PublicHealth #MedicalEducation #ServingHumanity Dr. Rakesh Bahl, Principal of GMC Doda and a distinguished professor of Community Medicine, is a leader who blends academic excellence with an unwavering commitment to public service.
From serving on the frontlines as a Medical Officer with the Border Security Force and Indian Air Force, to spearheading transformative healthcare outreach in some of Jammu & Kashmir's most remote regions, his journey is one of vision, resilience, and impact.
Under his leadership, GMC Doda has become a beacon of medical education, community engagement, and environmental stewardship-organizing life-saving medical camps, championing health awareness, and fostering a new generation of socially conscious doctors.
Listening to Dr. Bahl is not just hearing a leader speak-it's an invitation to witness how purpose-driven leadership can change lives and shape the future of healthcare. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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