Dr. Shailesh Shrikhande speaks at the Choosing Wisely Meeting & BMC Conclave about the growth of the Balco Medical Centre and the challenges in oncology, focusing on balancing socialist and capitalist healthcare approaches. He highlights key issues such as quality, accessibility, and affordability in cancer care, while comparing traditional and modern surgical techniques. Dr. Shrikhande emphasises the rapid evolution of technology, the impact of government ownership, and significant gaps in cancer care, particularly in India, underlining the importance of expertise and evidence-based medicine.