About Pawan Sthapak
Dr. Sthapak completed his education up to 7th grade in Bhorijhir, district Narsinghpur. For further studies, his family decided to relocate to Jabalpur, marking the beginning of his journey toward becoming a successful eye surgeon. In the 8th grade, he studied at Mahakaushal School, and in the 9th grade, he attended Model High School. During this period, he was deeply influenced by Dada Virendrapuri Ji Maharaj, whose blessings guided him toward a career in medicine. With this inspiration, he pursued his medical education and successfully completed his graduation from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College.
After finishing my graduation, I left for Gujrat as there is a famous hospital, for my specialization in Eye surgery but during that also I faced many challenges as I reached there, I come to know that all the seats are full and when nothing could be done, I decided to leave but I guess my destiny had some other plans for me just before returning to Jabalpur I got a call out of blue and guess from where it was? It was from the same university I have been trying very hard to get in and they told me that there is only one seat available.
Dr. Pawan Sthapak realized that he was truly blessed by Dada Bhagwan Virendrapuri Ji Maharaj. After completing his basic training as an ophthalmologist, he pursued further practice in Chennai. Determined to expand his expertise, he later travelled to London for advanced training in ophthalmology.
UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS OF A LIFETIME
Dr. Sthapak comes from a very lower middle-class family, with his father being a farmer. Pursuing education aboard was a significant milestone for him and his entire family. When he received his visa and ticket to London for further studies, it marked a historic moment; for the first time, a farmer’s son from his background was going overseas for higher education. He acknowledges that his journey and achievements have been made possible by God’s grace and his parents’ blessings
Upon arriving in London at night, he faced an unfamiliar and daunting experience. To reach the other side of the city, he had to navigate the underground train system, which proved to be a challenge. The streets were deserted, shops were closed, and in the darkness of an unknown country, he felt a sense of nervousness for the first time in his life. Being far from home, he experienced homesickness, yet he knew that turning back was not an option.
With so much at stake, he made a firm decision—he would return only after earning a fellowship in Ophthalmology from Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. Summoning immense courage in that moment became a turning point in his life, one that ultimately shaped his destiny.
“Love your eyes, love your future”
Dr. Pawan Sthapak