She sold fruits to fund her education, then became a cancer-care pioneer: The remarkable journey of Dr Vijayalakshmi Deshmane
Some of the most remarkable medical journeys begin far from hospitals and operating rooms. For Dr Vijayalakshmi Deshmane, the path to becoming a pioneering surgical oncologist began after school, helping her mother sell fruits and vegetables to support their struggling family. She faced financial hardship, a language barrier and even academic failure, moments that nearly…