Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa

The Face You Know, The Story You Don’t – Dr Avi Jagathpal

Dr Yash Naidoo Season 1 Episode 12

The face you know. The story you don’t.

Dr Avish Jay Jagathpal is a well-known prosthodontist in South Africa — and internationally. But behind his clinical success is a personal journey shaped by childhood joys, trauma, and a few stories he’s only ever shared with those closest to him... until now.

🎙️ In this deeply personal episode, we talk about:

  • Childhood memories that shaped his worldview
  • A journey marked by student excellence
  • Founding and growing Capital Prosthodontics
  • Burnout, mentorship, and rediscovering purpose
  • His hopes for the future of dentistry in South Africa

💬 “Oh man, I got death threats…” — Just one of the raw, unexpected moments you’ll hear in this conversation.

If you're a student, clinician, or just curious about the human behind the professional, this episode will resonate.

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