Pediatrician-Author Shridhar Khanal Discusses Merging Medicine and Literature, AI Themes in Fiction
Summary
Pediatrician Shridhar Khanal merges his medical career with literature, writing novels that explore themes like AI and societal issues, reflecting his dual passion and experience.
Key Points
- Shridhar Khanal, a pediatrician, is also a novelist known for his award-winning work 'Sarvani', which explores themes of AI and robotics.
- Khanal's literary interest started in childhood and runs parallel to his medical profession without conflict.
- His novels often reflect contemporary social issues, including digital age impacts on children and domestic violence.
- He emphasizes the cognitive benefits of reading books over films and focuses on writing that connects with readers.
