Lifetime Achievement Award for Dr. Gautam Das at 3rd MSK Pain Conference 2025
Lifetime Achievement Award for Dr. Gautam Das at the 3rd MSK Pain Conference, Pondicherry (2025)
On August 2, 2025, at the scenic coastal city of Pondicherry, the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Pain Society conferred the Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Gautam Das, Founder & Director of Daradia: The Pain Clinic, for his decades of groundbreaking work in pain medicine.
The ceremony took place during the 3rd Musculoskeletal Pain Conference, attended by renowned pain physicians, ultrasound experts, and hundreds of delegates from India and abroad. It was an evening that blended professional honor with deep personal emotions, reflecting Dr. Das’s unique journey and contributions.
The Ceremony
Organizing Chairperson, Dr. Anand Murugesan, opened the felicitation by highlighting Dr. Das’s unparalleled career achievements, referencing his leadership in national and international pain societies, innovations in interventional techniques, and contributions to pain medicine education.
The Organizing Secretary, Dr. Madhan Pandian, Scientific Chairperson, Dr. Raja Reddy (UK), along with core committee members Dr. Rajendra Sahoo, Dr. G. Saranraj, Dr. Sadasivan Iyer, Dr. Shraavan Kumar, Dr. Tushar Munnoli, and Dr. Wiquar Ahmed joined him on stage to present a certificate, garland, and special commemorative gifts.
The hall erupted in applause as Dr. Das stood with the committee—symbolizing decades of dedication to advancing pain management in India and beyond.
Organizing Charperson Announces Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr Gautam Das Shares His Journey
A Daughter’s Emotional Tribute
In one of the most touching moments of the evening, Dr. Suspa Das, herself a pain physician and proud daughter of Dr. Das, shared personal anecdotes.
She spoke about witnessing her father’s tireless work ethic, the sacrifices made for patient care, and his unwavering commitment to training other physicians—often at the cost of personal time. She acknowledged the quiet but immense role of Dr. Subhra Das Mistry, Dr. Das’s wife, in managing the administrative responsibilities at Daradia so he could focus on research, teaching, and clinical practice.
Her words offered an intimate glimpse into the human side of a towering professional figure—reminding everyone that behind every award is a lifetime of family support and personal sacrifice.
Dr. Das’s Professional Journey
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Das expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Pain Society, the organizing team, his colleagues, and his family. He reflected on the journey that began when he topped the MD Anesthesia examination at Calcutta University, later transitioning from anesthesiology into a focused career in pain medicine.
Over the years, his achievements have included:
- Former President, Indian Society for Study of Pain (ISSP) and Dean, Indian Academy of Pain Medicine
- Chairman for the India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka & Iran Chapter of the World Institute of Pain
- Course Director for numerous accredited training programs in India and abroad
- Editor-in-Chief and now Emeritus Editor of the Journal of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound and Pain
- Pioneer of techniques like Cryoneurolysis of the Sacroiliac Joint, Ozone Nucleolysis, and the world’s first online MSK Ultrasound Simulator for pain physicians
Under his leadership, Daradia became the first center in Asia to win the World Institute of Pain’s “Excellence in Pain Practice” Award in all three categories—research, multidisciplinary care, and physician training.
Educator, Innovator, Visionary
Dr. Das has trained over 4,000 physicians worldwide through online courses and mentored hundreds in residential fellowships at Daradia. He has authored five authoritative textbooks on pain medicine, including:
- Basics of Pain Management (CBS Publishers, 2022)
- Clinical Methods in Pain Medicine (CBS Publishers, 2017)
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Pain Medicine (CBS Publishers, 2023)
His research includes over 100 peer-reviewed publications, shaping evidence-based pain practice globally. His educational collaborations span Indonesia, Oman, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Malaysia.
A Moment of Gratitude
In his closing words, Dr. Das said:
“Pain medicine is not just a profession—it is a mission to alleviate human suffering. This award is not the end of a journey, but a reminder to keep serving, keep innovating, and keep teaching.”
The Legacy Continues
The Lifetime Achievement Award is more than a recognition of past contributions—it is a testament to Dr. Das’s enduring vision for the future of pain medicine. His work continues through Daradia’s courses and workshops, international collaborations, and innovative training tools.
Daradia: The Pain Clinic congratulates Dr. Gautam Das on this honor and reaffirms its commitment to carrying forward his mission of excellence in pain management, research, and education.
