Nadkarni Medical Foundation

The Nadkarni Medical Foundation, founded by Dr. Kishore and the late Dr. Purnima Nadkarni, initially focused on providing infertility treatment to rur Read moreal communities. In 2012, Dr. Akshay Nadkarni broadened the foundation's mission by introducing cancer screening awareness initiatives. The foundation aims to create a platform for those needing cancer and infertility treatments. It partners with corporate entities, NGOs, healthcare facilities, schools, and religious institutions to expand its reach. Through awareness programs such as World Cancer Day, World Menstrual Hygiene Day, International Women’s Day, and Breast Cancer Awareness Day, the foundation strives to educate and empower communities. It emphasizes raising awareness about head and neck cancers, particularly mouth cancer, to ensure early detection and improve survival rates. By coordinating targeted programs, the foundation supports local efforts to increase awareness of early cancer signs and symptoms, encourage timely medical intervention, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.