Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
The Face You Know, The Story You Don’t – Dr Avi Jagathpal
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.
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