FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Healthcare Heroes Award?
The Healthcare Heroes Award is to identify and honor the torchbearers of the healthcare industry who have prioritized patient care overall growth parameters. To celebrate the individuals and organizations that have committed themselves to patient care
What are the categories and who can apply for the Awards?
| Category Name | Description | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Awards | ||
| Selfless Service Award | To recognize a doctor whose life, encompass the true spirit of being a medical professional. The doctors who helped in treating poor & underprivileged patients during COVID-19 pandemic can apply for the category | Private & Public sector Doctors working for the underprivileged people |
| The Healthcare Pinnacle Award | To recognize the doctors who have contributed immensely to their area of specialisation by bringing change in the treatment, development or introduction of new technology in treatment and patient care | Public, Private & Government Doctors with 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry |
| The White Knight Award | To recognize the doctors who have achieved medical breakthrough that has impacted patient lives positively | Private, Public & Government Doctors |
| The Nightingale Award | To recognize the healthcare frontline officers who have gone beyond the call of duty for optimum patient care and management | Nurses & Ward boys working in Hospitals & Nursing Homes |
| Institution Awards | ||
| Impactful CSR Award | To recognize the organizations that worked during the COVID-19 pandemic and impacted the patient lives through their CSR programs | Corporates and other institutions |
| The Legacy Award | To recognize hospitals that has made patient care as utmost priority and consistently demonstrated patient care services in their organization | Private, Public & Government Hospitals & Nursing Homes |
| Public Health Initiative | To recognize NGOs that has started a public health campaign to create awareness among people during COVID-19 pandemic | Not for profit organizations |
| Municipal Corporations/ Officers | ||
| Municipal Excellence Award | To recognize Municipal corporations which have taken several initiatives during COVID-19 pandemic to prevent the spread & helping patients who were tested positive | Municipal corporations |
| Pride in Profession Award | To recognize municipality officers & municipal health commissioners who have worked selflessly to ensure public safety during COVID-19 pandemic | Municipal Health Commissioners & Municipality officers |
| Special Jury Award | ||
| The Healthcare Luminary Award | To recognize the doctors who has contributed to the advancement of the field and service to the country | Doctors of 60+ years of age & min 30 years of work experience |
Are all the categories call for entry based?
All the categories are call for entry based except Special Jury Award category i.e. The Healthcare Luminary Award. This category would be nominated by jury members
Can I submit my application in any language?
Entries must be submitted in English Language only.
Who is eligible to participate in the Awards?
- Only Indian organizations that have a registered office in India can participate for the Awards
- The organizations should have completed at least 2 years of registered presence and operations in India as on December 31, 2020
- Any individual participating in the awards should be at least 18 years of age as on
December 31, 2020. Individuals should have to mandatory submit a copy of their ID proof – PAN card, Driver’s license, Passport
Doctors/ Nurses/ Ward Boys should have a valid license/ certification/ diploma/ degree to practise medicine
How do I enter for the Awards?
To apply for the Awards participant should first go through the terms and conditions then click on the category and select category you want to apply for and submit the application pertaining to the category
Can I submit multiple applications under the Awards?
The participant can only submit multiple applications if they are applying with different initiatives/ project. In case participant applies with same initiative/ project then their application only be considered for the category where jury members feel apt
Can I submit multiple initiative/project that has been ‘on-going’ for many years now?
Only initiative/project which has been completely executed & fully implemented in the Indian operations during the period January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2020 and should demonstrate a measurable impact in the healthcare industry during the period Jan 1, 2020 to Dec 31, 2020
What and how many supporting materials can be submitted?
For each application, there are mandatory and non-mandatory documents to be submitted to support the application. Please refer the list of documents before applying for the awards
Is it mandatory for ‘Not for Profit’ organizations to be registered?
Yes, it is mandatory for ‘Not for Profit’ organizations to be registered and provide registration document
What happens to my application once it is submitted?
Your application Form will first be reviewed for completeness, eligibility and adherence to the application guidelines, including character limit. Incomplete and ineligible applications will be declined without further review. Applications that meet eligibility criteria will be further considered for the jury rounds
Is there an application fee associated with the Awards?
There is no application fee associated with the Awards
Are there any general instructions to be followed for filling the application form?
Firstly, you need to create your account and select category you want to apply for. Secondly, go through the eligibility criteria and instructions for filling up the application. Thirdly, you must save your application at regular intervals while filling the application since the website may get timed out after certain intervals and you will lose your data. After submitting you can check the status of the application form by logging into your account
How will I know that my online application has been received?
You will receive an email acknowledgement that your application has been received within 24 hrs of electronic submission
Can I make changes to my application after it has been submitted?
Once the application form is submitted you will not be allowed to make changes, however in case there is any mandatory document not submitted or eligibility criteria not met, we will give access again to the participant to share the required information
Can I fill the application offline and later mail it to you?
No, the application has to be completely filled and submitted online. However, we have a save as draft option that will enable to fill the application form at your pace and submit post completion
What is the deadline for submission of entries?
What if I forget username and password?
Click on the ‘Forget Username/ Password’ and follow the steps
When is the announcement of results?
The awards will be announced in April 2021 during the inaugural session of Healthcare Heroes Awards 2021. The date for the inaugural session is TBD and will be updated on the website
How many winners will be there for each category?
There could be one or more winners in each award category at the discretion of the awards jury members
How do we know if we are shortlisted and need to provide information?
Awards management will contact you in case you are shortlisted