Dr Ashish Jakhetia Elected ABSI Director Education (West Zone)

Receives national responsibility for 2026–2028 term, to strengthen breast cancer education, training and research across Western India

Udaipur: Dr Ashish Jakhetia of Geetanjali Medical College & Hospital, Udaipur, has been elected as Director Education (West Zone), India, of the Association of Breast Surgeons of India (ABSI) for the 2026–2028 term.

The prestigious national responsibility recognises Dr Jakhetia’s significant contribution to the fields of breast cancer surgery, medical education, training and research. In his new role, he will play an important role in strengthening academic programmes, training initiatives, professional collaboration and evidence-based breast cancer treatment across Western India.

The management and medical faculty of Geetanjali Medical College & Hospital congratulated Dr Jakhetia on the achievement and extended their best wishes for a successful and impactful tenure. They said the recognition is a matter of pride for the entire Geetanjali family and will further enhance the institution’s reputation on national and international academic platforms.

Breast cancer is among the most common cancers affecting women, making greater awareness, timely screening, early diagnosis and appropriate treatment particularly important across Rajasthan and Western India. Dr Jakhetia’s new academic responsibility is expected to contribute to strengthening breast cancer awareness, medical training and quality patient care in the region.

Expressing gratitude for the responsibility, Dr Ashish Jakhetia said he was committed to making a meaningful contribution through the association in the areas of education, research, training and public awareness. He said his focus would be on further improving the standards of breast cancer treatment and training across Western India and working to enhance the presence of Geetanjali Medical College & Hospital, Udaipur, on national and international academic platforms.

The management, doctors, faculty members and staff of Geetanjali Medical College & Hospital congratulated Dr Jakhetia on his achievement and wished him a successful and productive tenure.