In this brief memoir, IORD Secretary Dr. Krishnaji Rao reflects on his personal journey into rare diseases, guided by hope and driven by advocacy.
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Learn how IORD, led by Dr. Ramaiah Muthyala, influenced national policy, raised awareness & advanced patient advocacy across India
IORD proposed an MoU with the Andhra Pradesh government to strengthen rare disease care, aiming to enhance policy action, workforce training, and public awareness at the state level.
IORD highlights India’s rare disease crisis, with Prof. Ramaiah Muthyala urging grassroots solutions to improve access, awareness, and care for millions affected nationwide.
IORD CEO & President Dr. Ramaiah Muthyala provides insights on advancing rare disease awareness in India, stressing early diagnosis, frontline healthcare training, and integration into public health systems.
Kakatiya Medical College students presents research at Armed Forces Medical College, exposing diagnostic delays, systemic gaps, and patient struggles in India’s rare disease care.
IORD CEO and President Prof. Ramaiah Muthyala calls for policy reforms at the World Orphan Drug Congress 2025, addressing access barriers, costs, and solutions for rare disease care.
IORD CEO and President Prof. Ramaiah Muthyala delivered keynote at the RJS PBH webinar on World Health Day 2025, emphasizing global action, early care, and hope for rare disease patients.
IORD marks World Rare Disease Day 2025 with a conference in Vijayawada, advocating policy action, improved diagnosis, treatment access, and greater awareness through expert and stakeholder participation.
IORD CEO & President Prof. Ramaiah Muthyala calls for policy reforms in Andhra Pradesh, emphasizing improved rare disease healthcare, early diagnosis, and stronger government support for affected patients.