A Surgeon Who Doesn’t Just Save Lives in the OT... He Donates blood to Save Even More. Dr Arun Oommen, Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at VPS Lakeshore Hospital, has completed his 69th blood donation — a rare and inspiring milestone that reflects his deep-rooted commitment to serving humanity beyond the boundaries of his profession. While his surgical expertise helps save lives inside the operation theatre, his consistent efforts as a voluntary blood donor show that compassion can take many forms. Blood donation has become more than a habit for him — it’s a part of who he is. Despite the demanding nature of his role, he continues to donate regularly, quietly impacting lives with every unit of blood given. Each donation represents hope — for trauma victims, surgical patients, and those battling life-threatening conditions. It’s a powerful message that life-saving isn’t limited to those in scrubs or inside hospitals. In an age where time is scarce and selfless acts often go unnoticed,...