“As a patient, being part of this session gave me confidence. When patients get a voice and understand their condition better, everything changes. I hope more events like this continue, so we can help shape better care for everyone”

India stands at a turning point in respiratory health. With the rise of asthma, COPD, ILD, allergies, and post-COVID complications—combined with severe pollution and dense urban living—there is an urgent need for a more human, patient-centered approach.

While clinical expertise grows stronger every year, one crucial element has remained underrepresented: the patient’s voice.

On 15 November 2025, at NAPCON 2025 Jaipur—one of India’s most respected lung health conferences—PinkTree Health changed that narrative.

In a historic moment, PinkTree hosted the first-ever lung health patient–doctor interactive panel discussion under the aegis of the Indian Chest Society (ICS).
What unfolded in just 30 minutes was powerful enough to shift perspectives across India’s pulmonary community.

Patients spoke.
Doctors listened.
Stories met science.
And a new chapter in lung health India began.

Why This Session Mattered: Redefining Lung Health in India

India’s respiratory burden is growing rapidly. But addressing this challenge requires more than treatment plans and prescriptions.

PinkTree’s session at NAPCON 2025 brought all of this together under the banner:
“Empowering Patient Voices at NAPCON 2025.”

By placing lived experiences on a scientific platform, the session proved that:

• Clinical decisions improve when informed by patient realities.
• PGHD (Patient-Generated Health Data) in India can revolutionize respiratory care.
• Doctors and patients can co-create better health outcomes.

This wasn’t just an event—it was the beginning of a shift in mindset across India’s respiratory community.

Meet the Experts Who Led the Session.

The session was spearheaded by respected leaders in pulmonary medicine.

Moderator: Dr. Raja Dhar

National Secretary, Indian Chest Society
A visionary clinician who guided the discussion with empathy, clarity, and clinical depth.

Panelists:

• Dr. Shivani Swami
• Dr. Sheetu Singh
  

Both experts listened deeply, reflecting not only on medical science but also on the emotional and practical journeys of patients. Their insights helped bridge the gap between diagnosis and daily lived experience.

When Patients Became the Highlight of NAPCON

The session opened with a question that captured the essence of the panel:
“What if patients could tell us what textbooks don’t?” And they did.

Patients shared powerful insights about:

• How breathlessness affects everyday life.
• Emotional stress during flare-ups.
• Triggers they don’t fully understand.
• How home spirometry gives confidence and control.
• What they expect from their doctors.
• Why consistency in care is difficult.
• How data helps families feel more prepared.

A patient shared how PinkTree-supported monitoring helped predict flare-ups.
Another said home spirometry helped them understand the “why” behind their symptoms.
A COPD patient expressed how structured data brought calmness and clarity to their family.

These were not just illness narratives—they were stories of resilience, empowerment, and hope.

A Hall Filled with India’s Leading Pulmonologists

What made the session even more impactful was the presence of several eminent pulmonologists from across the country:

• Dr. Vivek Nangia
• Dr. Prahlad Prabhudesai
• Dr. Vijay Chennamchetty
• Dr. Frank Mohan
• Dr. Deepti Badwe
• Dr. Satya Pal Satiya
• Dr. Mahesh Mishra
  …and many more.

Their collective attendance and interactions sent a powerful message:

India’s pulmonology community is ready for patient-centric care.

Many doctors appreciated how patient stories added real-world context to clinical observations.
Some expressed interest in integrating PGHD tools like home spirometry into routine practice.

Why PGHD (Patient-Generated Health Data) Is the Future of India’s Lung Care

One of the strongest themes of the session was the importance of reliable, accessible patient data.
PGHD is no longer a “good-to-have”—it is essential.
 

A Transformational Dialogue: True Partnership Between Patients and Doctors

This wasn’t a typical panel.
It was a two-way conversation—the kind India’s healthcare system needs.

Patients asked:

• How can we manage symptoms better at home?
• When should we escalate care?
• How often should we monitor?
• What does my spirometry number actually mean?
• How do I explain my condition to my family?
  
  

Doctors asked:

• What are your biggest challenges?
• What stops you from monitoring consistently?
• How can we simplify your care pathway?
• What kind of data feels useful and not overwhelming?

This mutual curiosity created a space of respect, collaboration, and shared humanity.

Organizational Support: A Global and National Endorsement

The session received support from respected organizations committed to respiratory health:

GAAPP – Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform

Empowering patient communities across the world.

ELF – European Lung Foundation

A pioneer in patient engagement and global advocacy.

ICS – Indian Chest Society

India’s largest and most influential body of pulmonologists.

NAPCON 2025 Organizing Committee

For envisioning a conference that welcomes patient perspectives.
Their presence signifies recognition that India is ready to lead in inclusive pulmonary care.

After the Session: The Beginning of a Movement

The energy in the hall didn’t end with the panel.
Doctors stayed.
Patients stayed.
Conversations expanded.

Doctors asked:

• How can PinkTree integrate PGHD into our clinics?
• Can we start home spirometry pilots?
• How do we train families in monitoring?

Patients asked:

• Will PinkTree hold more sessions like this?
• Can we contribute to awareness?
• Can this become a national movement?
  

Pulmonologists requested follow-up discussions, research collaborations, and access to tools and training. The momentum was undeniable.

Why This Matters for India’s Respiratory Future

India carries one of the highest global burdens of lung disease.
Challenges are many:

• Late diagnosis
• Irregular monitoring
• Limited patient education
• Overburdened clinics
• High environmental exposure
  

This session illuminated a path forward.

A future where patients understand their data — not fear it.

A future where spirometers sit in every home — not just hospitals.

A future where PGHD strengthens trust — not confusion.

A future where doctors guide and patients participate — not just comply.

NAPCON 2025 was the spark.

A Founder’s Message: Why PinkTree Will Continue This Mission

“For PinkTree Health, this was never just an event.
It was a milestone in our purpose.”
 
      — Nandita Dandekar 

Our mission is to make lung health:

• Human
• Empowering
• Data-driven
• Accessible
• Collaborative
  

This session proved that:

• Patients are ready to take control of their health.
• Doctors are ready to embrace patient-generated data.
• Conferences are ready to open their stages.
• Global partners are ready to support.
• And India is ready to lead.
  

PinkTree is committed to scaling this movement nationwide.

What’s Next for PinkTree: Building India’s Largest Lung Health Movement

1. National Patient Narrative Events

Across cities, hospitals, and conferences.

2. PGHD Integration for Clinics

Helping pulmonologists adopt home monitoring easily.

3. Patient Training & Empowerment Programs

Turning fear into confidence with structured education.

4. Collaborative Research with Pulmonologists

Using real-world patient data to shape clinical pathways.

5. National Advocacy Initiatives

Partnering with global health bodies to elevate India’s voice.
The momentum from NAPCON 2025 strengthens our commitment to transform lung care for millions.

Closing Note: A Day That Redefined Lung Health in India

On that powerful afternoon in Jaipur, a new standard was set.
A hall full of India’s leading pulmonologists took the time to listen—truly listen—to lived experiences.
Patients spoke with courage.
Doctors responded with empathy.
Technology became a bridge.
Stories became insights.
And PinkTree’s mission came alive.

This was more than a session.
It was the beginning of a movement—one where every breath, every story, and every patient matters.

Here’s to a future where lung health in India is shaped by partnership, strengthened by PGHD, and powered by patient voices.