As an Anesthesiologist with super specialty in Interventional Pain Management & Palliative Care, Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath understands that chronic pain can lead to depression, anxiety, marital & interpersonal problems, decreased productivity, unemployment, compromised social roles, isolation, financial burden, dependence, prolonged analgesics usage, decreased self-esteem with behavioral changes adversely affecting quality of life (QOL) & activities of daily living (ADL). Hence, Dr. Rath’s ultimate goal is to cure and care for people suffering from pain, make them productive human beings for the society and increase their self-esteem so that they can live life as normal individuals.
We are thrilled to share a proud moment for Pain Free Odisha and Health Village Hospital! Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath, an eminent Pain Management Specialist and Director of Pain Free Odisha, was recently invited as a distinguished speaker at The Health Conclave 2024. This prestigious event, organized by Swasthya Sambad in collaboration with Kanak News,…
October 7th marks World Trigeminal Neuralgia Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most painful conditions known to mankind—Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN). Often referred to as the “suicide disease” due to the unbearable pain it can cause, trigeminal neuralgia affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensation from the face to the…
Living with pain that just doesn’t seem to go away can be incredibly frustrating, especially when it feels like your body is turning against you. Neuropathy pain—often called nerve pain—is one such condition that can affect everyday life. It happens when your nerves are damaged, sending wrong signals to your brain, and often leaves you…
Fractures in Old Age: Causes & Prevention Fractures in older adults are a significant public health concern due to the increased risk of complications, slower healing, and the potential for long-term disability. As people age, bones naturally lose density and strength, making them more susceptible to fractures, even from minor falls or injuries. This article…
Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterized by weakened bones, making them fragile and more prone to fractures. It is often referred to as a “silent disease” because bone loss occurs gradually and without obvious symptoms until a bone is fractured. Osteoporosis primarily affects older adults, especially postmenopausal women, but it can affect individuals of all…
Trigeminal neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries sensations from your face to your brain. People with this condition experience sudden, severe, electric shock-like pain in their face, which can be triggered by everyday activities like brushing teeth, eating, or even light touch. The pain usually comes in short…
We are thrilled to share that Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath participarted in a discussion session at the AIM-P 2024: Interventional Radiofrequency Pain Conference, a remarkable event dedicated to the advancements and applications of Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) in pain management. It was an honor to be part of this prestigious conference, which brought together leading experts,…
We are thrilled to announce that the latest article by our esteemed Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath has been published in the July edition of Outlook magazine. This recognition is a significant honor, reflecting the dedication and expertise of Dr. Rath in the field of pain management. His insightful piece, titled “Cultivating Self-Esteem in Patients: The…
We Are Happy to Announce that Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath, Internationally Acclaimed Pain and Palliative care physician Received the Prestigious Times Health Icon Award-2024,The “Trailblazer in field of Pain Management “. Dr. Rath’s Enormous Contribution towards the society and the medical fraternity in the field of Pain Management and the constant effort for creating awareness…
Dr. Shovan Kumar Rath have dreamed about building a “Pain-Free Odisha” a visionary initiative aimed for addressing chronic pain , Improving Quality of life & to provide pain management services across the state of Odisha, India. Here’s a conceptual framework for such an initiative: The Vision: To create a pain-free Odisha by educating, awakening and…