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Opportunity in Adversity - Turning Challenges into Growth

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Discover how to transform adversity into opportunities for growth in this inspiring 16-minute TEDx talk by Dr. Gamini Goonetilleke. Learn from the experiences of a seasoned doctor and surgeon who faced challenging situations, including treating casualties during a civil war, and turned limited resources into stepping stones for success. Gain insights from Dr. Goonetilleke's four decades of medical experience across Sri Lankan hospitals, including combat zones during the North-East conflict. Explore how his journey as an educator, academic, and author of two books on surgical experiences has shaped his perspective on overcoming obstacles. Be inspired by the story of a medical professional who has received 13 medals of excellence for his academic work and served as the President of The College of Surgeons of Sri Lanka.

Syllabus

Opportunity in adversity | Dr Gamini Goonetilleke | TEDxAmrak Institute

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