The Hope Code by Varun Khanna

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Sandeep Dave joins Varun Khanna for a powerful conversation on building advanced surgical care in Central India with vision, discipline, and patient-first intent. From introducing laparoscopic surgery to bringing robotic surgery to the region, he reflects on what drives clinical innovation, why technology must always remain in the hands of the surgeon, and how...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. M. I. Sahadulla joins Varun Khanna for a powerful conversation on building quality healthcare in India with discipline, compassion, and patient-first systems. Through his journey of creating KIMSHEALTH in Kerala, he highlights how strong systems, ethical practice, trained teams, and compassion can shape healthcare that truly serves patients. The conversation a...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. M. I. Sahadulla, Chairman and Managing Director, KIMSHEALTH joins Varun Khanna for an insightful conversation on building quality healthcare in India with empathy, discipline, and patient-first systems. Reflecting on his journey of creating KIMSHEALTH, he shares why true care goes beyond infrastructure and technology. The conversation also highlights the impor...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Harsh Mahajan joins Varun Khanna for a powerful conversation on the ABC of medical practice; availability, behaviour, and competence to the role of AI in improving diagnostics, access, and speed, he explains why technology can support care, but trust is still built through empathy, communication, and human supervision. He also talks about what healthcare must...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Harsh Mahajan, Padma Shri Awardee, Founder & Chairman - Mahajan Imaging & Labs, joins Varun Khanna for a powerful conversation on the evolution of diagnostics in India and why it has become the backbone of modern healthcare. From bringing one of India’s first MRI machines to building a legacy across radiology, pathology, genomics, and AI, he reflects on how di...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Varun Khanna speaks with Dr. P. C. Gupta about lifestyle diseases and the health choices shaping modern lives. From blocked arteries to diabetes and sedentary living, Dr. Gupta explains how many lifestyle diseases can still be reversed by prioritizing health and making the right changes early. Calling himself an “accidental vascular surgeon,” Dr. Gupta reflects on...

In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. P. C. Gupta joins Varun Khanna for an in-depth conversation on vascular surgery and its growing relevance in modern healthcare. From simplifying how the vascular system works to sharing his journey as an “accidental vascular surgeon,” he brings much-needed clarity to a speciality that is often misunderstood. He further explains how timely diagnosis and interve...

624,728 views 16 Apr 2026 The Hope Code Podcast by Varun Khanna In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Manjula Anagani joins Varun Khanna for a wide-ranging conversation on modern healthcare covering technology, patient trust, clinical judgement, and what truly defines outcomes. Calling herself “God’s favourite child,” she reflects on her journey, the responsibility that comes with success, and the...

Healthcare is often seen as a service. But for some, it’s a responsibility that allows no compromise. In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Manjula Anagani joins Varun Khanna for a powerful conversation on what it truly means to deliver outcomes that matter. From pioneering minimally invasive and robotic gynaecology to navigating success and responsibility, her journey reflects discipline and clar...

As people live longer, the way we approach healthcare must evolve, placing greater emphasis on quality, accountability, and patient-centric systems. In this episode of The Hope Code, Dr. Narottam Puri shares his journey across cricket, medicine and working with the government and his role in shaping patient rights and healthcare quality in India. From accreditation systems to patient-first care, t...

0:05 – Introduction to The Hope Code 1:24 – Welcoming Dr. Narottam Puri 1:52 – From Radio Cricket Commentary to Digital Shorts 2:27 – Life Lessons to the Changing Times in India 3:58 – Medicine vs Broadcasting: Career Journey 4:32 – First Love: Playing Cricket 4:51 – Why Dr. Narottam Puri Chose Medicine 5:59 – Health Explained Through Cricket 6:35 – Is Life a Test Match, ODI or T20? 7:00 – Rising...

Hope is often mistaken for luck. But in healthcare and life’s big decisions, hope comes from clarity, not chance. When we don’t know what step to take next — whether in health, career, money, or tough personal phases — uncertainty creates stress. The Hope Code is a space for honest conversations that slow the noise down, decode what truly helps, and offer insights that build confidence and directi...