Dr Abhiram

All the best for your next innings, Sir. I came to Aster MIMS after my post-graduation to work under you, as I had heard about the legend from Calicut during my days at Amrita. Those two years have taught me more than my entire PG days did. I still remember how Vineeth Sir, you, and I did duties together during COVID. Seeing you always on time for class at 8:30 in the morning, your dedicated rounds in full PPE, and your interactions with patients and bystanders taught me so much. I feel so lucky to have experienced that.i learnt so much during that time .

You have always been more than a mentor to me. Like you said that day, Sir — after leaving you, life has felt static. It’s actually very true. I hope to associate with you again sir, and I’m always just a call away if you ever need anything.

I couldn’t make it to today’s event due to the short notice and because duties couldn’t be arranged, but I will come and meet you in your new den, Sir. Wishing you continued success once again. 🙏🏼

Vijesh Kuwait

As we look back on my journey as a nurse, I always remember the turning point that shaped my entire clinical career — the opportunity to train under your guidance. It all began from MIMS hospital when we were selected for the ACLS, BLS, PALS and Emergency Medical Services training programs and instructor courses led by none other than you sir .

Your vision, leadership, and unwavering dedication laid the foundation for emergency medicine in Kerala, and to me , personally, you were more than a teacher — you were a mentor, a guide, and a true inspiration. Every skill I carry, every confident decision I make in the clinical setting, bears the mark of your teaching and encouragement.

As you step down from your role at Aster MIMS , it is hard to put into words the gratitude I feel. You have not only transformed emergency care in our state but also empowered countless nurses, paramedics, and young doctors to serve with knowledge, precision, and compassion.

Thank you, Sir, for being the guiding light in my professional journey. Your legacy will continue to live on in each of us who had the privilege to learn from you.

Wishing you peace, happiness, and continued purpose in all that lies ahead.

Vijesh

Vishnu Sasidharan

My Dear Venu Sir,

As I shared with you personally at the beginning of my residency, the reasons I chose Emergency Medicine were deeply personal — and, I believe, not so different from your own. My accident and the experiences that followed shaped my path, just as yours did.

Though it was through BAPIO that I first met you back in 2022, it feels like the true journey began then and there. Honestly, back then, my clinical knowledge was at rock bottom — all I truly remembered from house surgency was the ABCs. But today, as I reflect on how far I’ve come, I can say with certainty that it's your mentorship that helped shape me. From my initial exposure to ACLS, PALS, and ATLS principles, to navigating the practical hurdles of patient management, your consistent support and academic guidance were the cornerstones of my foundation. You didn’t just teach — you inspired, corrected, uplifted, and led by example.

You’ve always been more than just the Head of Emergency Medicine to me — you were like the head of a family. And not just to me, but to our entire Emergency Department team. Your influence goes far beyond our walls — the number of doctors and consultants across the globe who were shaped by your mentorship stands as a living legacy. You've not only brought international standards into Indian Emergency Medicine but also woven them seamlessly into our cultural fabric.

Farewell, sir — to our mentor, our guiding light, and the heart of our Emergency Medicine family.

With immense respect, gratitude, and love. ❤️❤️🫡🫡🙏🏻🙏🏻

Dr.Vishnu Sasindran

P.S. - This message is just the beginning — there’s a little more on the way 🤓😋❤️❤️

Muhmina wrote

Dear Dr. Venu Sir,

As you bid farewell to MIMS Calicut, I can’t help but feel emotional—because this was not just a workplace, it was where my journey as a nurse truly began under your guidance.

You were not just the in-charge of Emergency—you were the backbone of calmness in chaos. You taught me the most important lessons: how to act in real emergencies without panic, how to stay grounded, and how to care with confidence. Even after I resigned, your support during my uncle’s COVID treatment—while I was away in the UAE—meant the world to me.

Every vacation, I’ve made it a point to visit MIMS just to see you, my proud teacher. That says a lot about the respect and admiration I carry for you. I truly consider myself lucky to be trained under your leadership.

Wishing you all the very best in your next chapter. May success and peace follow you always.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Muhmina

Tamorish Kole

Dr Premsankar UK, Dr Prakash and Dr Binu Kuriakose

Dear Venu Sir,

I have worked 9 years with You Venu Sir.

3 years as a Student and 6 years as Specialist.

MIMS Institute of Emergency Medicine will not be the same without you Sir.

Thank you for being such an exceptional educator and role model to doctors, Nurses Paramedics.Your commitment to both teaching and patient care is truly admirable, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from you.

Thank you for the Guidance, Support and Shaping our Career.

premssnkar

Dr Prakash UK

Thank you for your contribution to the field of Emergency Medicine. It is difficult to believe that you are leaving MIMS. However, your foot print on MIMS will be ever lasting. You have achieved a broad vision that is highly commendable. It is always an honour to say, "I am an Emergency Medicine product of Venu sir “.

All the best for your future endeavours sir .

Prakash

Binu Kuriakose

"Thank you so much, Venu Sir! Truly grateful for all the support and dedication you’ve shown over the years. Your commitment to training so many doctors and EMS staff has made a remarkable impact across the globe in Emergency Medicine and we deeply appreciate the knowledge and inspiration you've shared with all of us.Wishing you all the very best"

Binu

Mr Wilson aster DM healthcare

Dear Dr. Venu,

Having witnessed your passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment over the past 25 years, I can truly understand the emotions you are feeling at this moment. Your ID card—P00006—speaks volumes. ❤️

I have seen your remarkable journey and transformation over the years and hold immense respect for everything you have achieved. You have clearly demonstrated what a doctor can accomplish for an institution when given the trust, freedom, and support.

Your mentor and our Chairman can be truly proud of all that you have done. All of us share that pride. Your contributions to MIMS and to Emergency Medicine have been nothing short of extraordinary.

I know that Aster and MIMS will always remain a part of you, and you will always be an Asterian at heart. This is not an end, but the beginning of a new and exciting chapter in your journey.

Wishing you and your family all the very best.

May God continue to bless you always.

Warm regards,

Wilson

Dr Jijin

Though I’ve been with you only for the past two years, the impact you’ve made on me is lifelong.

I came to Calicut seeking a job , but what I found under your mentorship was far more.

You showed me what true leadership looks like- clarity in crisis, and compassion at the core.

In these two years, you’ve not only guided me clinically but inspired me to carry myself with purpose and pride. Watching your unwavering commitment to building something bigger than yourself has been a lesson no textbook could teach.I’ll always carry forward your values with gratitude and with pride Sir.

Sir I don’t know, how you are feeling right now because 25 years is a lifetime of sweat, dreams, and sacrifice. To step away must feel like letting go of a piece of yourself. I can only imagine that.

But please know Sir ,your legacy will live on in every emergency department, in every one of us you’ve influenced.

And no matter where, I would always like to be a part of your team...

Thankyou for everything Sir

Forever your student❤️

Dr Sumit Bhubaneswar

Good morning sir..This is Dr Susmeet from Bhubaneswar sir..First of all sir congratulations for a glorious career sir..It must be really an emotional moment for you as you are coming to an end to your stint at a hospital where you have worked for so long..But I must say sir we took up emergency because of doctors like you sir..A big thank you to the legend of Emergency medicine sir..I think more than 70% of the doctors who work in Emergency medicine are because of you or are your students..Many of them including us have always dreamt to follow your footsteps sir..Thank you for showing us a way and paving the path for future Emergency physicians sir..Your legacy will keep continuing sir..And apart from the profession,personally too you are a wonderful personality and a person of par excellence..The ease with which you gel with people of all ages is something worth mentioning sir..Thanks again..Keep guiding us and keep inspiring more and more people..Congratulations sir and Thank you from the heart for everything that you have done..🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻..!!!!

Dr Shihana

Dear Venu sir

Almost 12 years ago when I stepped into The Mims Emergency department filled with dreams and ambition at the same time confused with lots of doubts. You stood there, as a strong pillar of constant support, encouragement and guidance which made me confident enough to overcome my fears and every obstacles on the way.

A Great person once said: "The dream begins most of the time, with a teacher who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you on to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called truth"

This is exactly what you did sir...you were a mentor, a leader, and a driving force who instilled resilience, empathy, and leadership in all of us. Your tough love pushed us when we hesitated, and you always guided us towards growth. You believed in us and you gave us gentle tugs and sometimes pushed us to our capacities, tested us and which in turn moulded our future and helped us achieve great heights.

I Truly do not have words that can fully express my feelings at this moment. you were not just a teacher but also like a father figure to many of your students. You stood by us even during our most difficult and darkest times.

As you embark on your next Journey, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for everything you have done for me and countless others. The Precious lessons you taught us will always be remembered.

MIMS institute of Emergency Medicine, will not be the same again without you sir. It felt like a second home for all of us not just because of the place but because of the family you helped forge. We came from diverse backgrounds, yet you shaped us into one cohesive, supportive, and unwaveringly strong group. And this proud family continues to grow bigger and stronger spreading their talented wings worldwide

Your hard work has left an indelible mark—not just in the Aster Network, but in all the corners of the World. Thank you for your dedication, wisdom, and inspiration. Even though I’m no longer working there, your influence continues to guide me. As you leave, please know that your legacy lives on in each of us. Wishing you the very best in all your future endeavours, Dear Sir.

🙏 With heartfelt respect and gratitude,

Yours sincerely

Shihana

A long journey Indeed

As I prepare to bid farewell, I do so with a deep sense of emotion, gratitude, and reflection. These ID cards you see here are not just identification—they are symbolic milestones of a journey that began nearly 25 years ago. I joined this great institution on April 16, 2001, as Employee No. P00006—a young anesthesiologist with dreams, determination, and a desire to serve.

From the very beginning, I was fortunate to walk alongside my dear ENT colleagues—Drs. Ravi, Manoj M.P., and Mohanakrishnan. Together, we built not just a department, but the foundation of what would become a pioneering institution in healthcare.

Over the years, I was shaped and mentored by the best. Under the golden era of MIMS Hospital, led by our visionary Chairman Dr. Azad Moopen, I was groomed to look beyond the boundaries of anesthesia. With his unwavering support, I ventured into new territories—introducing Emergency Medicine to India, affiliating with AHA and GWU, establishing PG entrance initiatives, and setting quality benchmarks across the Aster group. His mentorship empowered me to become Director of Emergency Medicine for the entire group—an honor I carried with pride and purpose.

My gratitude extends to Dr. Abdulla Cherayakkat and Prof. Varma, who supported me in my early days, and to board members like ER Salahuddin, ER Rahman, Mr. U. Basheer, Dr. Hamza P.M., Mr. Lukman, and Dr. Abraham Mammen. I also acknowledge the strength and support of leaders like Mr. Ramesh Kumar, Dr. Harish Pillai, Dr. Sooraj, Mr. Farhan, and Dr. Assuma, who were instrumental in expanding Emergency Medicine far beyond MIMS.

My EM leadership team—Drs. Jinesh, Shailesh, Shafi, Johnson, Paul, and Suresh—have been more than colleagues. They’ve been co-visionaries and companions in building an ecosystem of excellence. Today, over 100 EM consultants from our training ecosystem serve in the UK, and nearly 2,000 EMS paramedics trained under Aster EM are working in the Middle East, especially Qatar.

MIMS has never been just a workplace—it has been my second home. I have spent more than two-thirds of my life within these walls, walking these corridors, building friendships and memories that will last forever. I feel especially blessed to have journeyed with my classmates Dr. Ramesh, Dr. Preetha, Dr. Ravi, and Dr. Abid.

My warm thanks to all those I worked closely with in Nursing, HR, Quality, IT, BD, Operations, College of Nursing, MOD, and Canteen. A special salute to our residents, EMS/EMTs, the AHA team, Simulation Centre, Jisna, Reeshma, and the ED admin team—your energy, precision, and dedication have been truly inspiring.

As I step into a new chapter, I leave behind not just a role, but a legacy built together with each of you. Thank you—for your trust, friendship, and collaboration. You have made this journey unforgettable.

With deepest gratitude and warm regards,

Dr. Venugopalan Poovathum Parambil

Consultant – Emergency Medicine

Employee No. P00006