Time to slow down? Bengaluru doctor takes early retirement from work after saving thousands of lives

Most people think it's excellent to retire early. However, it isn't feasible for many. It's worthwhile to weigh the advantages and disadvantages before making any decisions if you're fortunate enough to have control over when you retire. You may not want to retire early even if you have the financial means to do so. We can all imagine how escaping the office grind leads to healthy behaviors, such as sleeping in later, spending more time outside in the sunshine, and not consuming meals at your desk.

This is not merely a conjecture. For instance, a 2002 research of British civil officials revealed no negative impact on the participants' general physical health after they retired at age 60. Indeed, people with higher-level positions reported improved mental health, presumably as a result of not having to deal with work-related stress (and probably receiving greater pensions than those with lower-level positions).

Bengaluru doctor hiatus from work gets accolades

For Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy, a prominent Bengaluru-based cardiologist with over 70,000 followers on X, practicing the rest he preaches has become a reality. He has announced taking a sabbatical as he approaches his 50th birthday to focus on personal wellness and fitness. He will continue limited consultations at RxDx Clinic in Whitefield, Bengaluru, while partnering with wellness expert Dr. Nandita Iyer for his health transformation.

Dr. Krishnamurthy shared his decision on social media, where he regularly interacts with both medical professionals and patients. He described this transition as a "partial sabbatical," indicating he will maintain some professional commitments. In his announcement, he expressed his intention to "reset a few things" in his life during this period of personal transformation.



The medical community and his followers have responded positively to his announcement, supporting his decision to prioritize personal health and well-being. While maintaining his availability for consultations at RxDx Clinic in Whitefield, Bengaluru, Dr. Krishnamurthy has not disclosed specific details about his future professional plans.



His decision to take time for self-care has particularly resonated within the medical community, where demanding schedules and emotional challenges are common. Dr. Krishnamurthy's approach to entering his fifties demonstrates a commitment to personal health and preventive care, even as he continues his medical practice on a limited basis.

Is early retirement a good idea?

However, other research has indicated that retirement may be harmful to your health. According to a 2008 National Bureau of Economic Research analysis, retiring causes a rise in heart disease and stroke as well as a decrease in mobility and mental health.

Although there is one justification for postponing retirement, those issues are avoidable. The study also found that retirees who maintained their social networks and physical activity levels were less likely to have negative consequences.