At the heart of healing, there will always be a human
The Japanese have a concept called ikigai, which is achieved when one’s passion, purpose and professions coincide to give meaning to one’s life. For one young doctor, it came when he made a life-changing decision to shift from a thriving career in finance to a journey into healthcare and wellness. A globally recognised expert in REGENactive therapy, longevity, and wellness, Prof. Dr. Md Bipul Nazir has dedicated his career to transforming lives through cutting-edge regenerative solutions. His work may provide a fascinating glimpse into the future of healthcare. “It began with a deep desire to understand: Why do people wait until it’s too late? Why do families have to suffer when early intervention could have saved a life?” he tells us. The question led to Harvard, research and studies, and culminated in the founding of H Healthcare Berhad, a healthcare institution that has rapidly been expanding operations across Southeast Asia. And now he’s looking at Bangladesh.
The scope for non-invasive medicine
Bangladesh has shown remarkable socio-economic progress over the past decade, with a growing middle class, an increased awareness of health and wellness, and a rising demand for world-class medical services. Despite this growth, there’s still a significant gap in access to advanced healthcare infrastructure, especially for regenerative medicine, early detection, and personalised care.
The need is critical. Bangladesh has a doctor-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:1,800, which is well below WHO recommendations; rising rates of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer, and limited availability of regenerative and lifestyle-based therapies that treat the root cause, not just the symptoms.
REGENactive therapy is a comprehensive wellness system that combines AI-assisted health risk assessment (HRA) with holistic lifestyle adjustments and non-invasive light and sound therapies to activate the body’s natural healing mechanisms to reverse damage.
Public sentiment in Bangladesh is increasingly receptive to advanced, non-invasive therapies and holistic approaches to wellness. Rather than seeking out hospitals alone, many individuals are now prioritising hope, healing, and personalised care. Dr Nazir shares that he has found a growing curiosity and openness toward knowledge and truth, particularly when he brings up concepts like Harvard’s 6 Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, healthy relationships, and a sense of purpose.
Conversations on these topics suggest that many people are willing to embrace meaningful lifestyle changes when guided with honesty, respect, and compassion. Preventive care is gaining recognition as a more valuable approach than emergency intervention, with a noticeable shift toward investing in long-term health and vitality rather than short-term solutions. This evolving mindset is already taking root across the country.
The HRA experience
The first step to REGENactive therapy is the Health Risk Assessment screening, which is already being implemented in Dhaka. Mayfair Wellness Clinic in Gulshan recently announced its new AI-assisted holographic health analyzer which requires the patient to input their accurate age, height and weight measurements and to place their hands on a panel to allow the machine to perform a full-body scan, after which a detailed report is generated, providing a complete picture of the user’s health. This is a quick, painless, and ultimately cost-effective option for those merely looking for a health checkup, although it must be noted that in case of an active infection, it is still better to go to a human phlebotomist for tests.
From ‘sickcare’ to ‘healthcare’
Traditionally, the healthcare industry has been reactive. We wait until someone becomes ill, then we intervene. But by then, the body is already under stress, damage is done, and the options are often limited.
Research has shown us that many of today’s most serious illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and even neurological disorders, often start years before symptoms appear. The right screening tools, lifestyle insights, and regenerative interventions can provide an early warning system, allowing the patients to course-correct before they manifest into disease.
‘The body has an extraordinary natural healing system. What it needs is the right environment, support, and timely guidance. By shifting the focus from “treating the sick” to “preserving the healthy,” we empower individuals to live longer, stronger, and with better quality of life’ shares Dr. Nazir.
Will AI replace humans in healthcare?
While the increased involvement of artificial intelligence and robotics in modern healthcare might make it seem like the future of medicine is posthuman, Dr Bipul Nazir, at least, is of the opinion that ultimately, human medical professionals don’t need to panic about their job security just yet, or possibly, ever.
“Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly one of the most exciting developments in modern healthcare. It has the ability to process vast amounts of data, recognise patterns that might take humans years to detect, and support decision-making in ways that improve both speed and accuracy. But let me be very clear: AI is not here to replace doctors, nurses, or phlebotomists. It is here to empower them” he assures us.
We must remember: AI is a tool, not a doctor. It doesn’t have intuition. It doesn’t feel the pulse of a worried parent. It can’t hold a patient’s hand.
Artificial intelligence cannot replace human connection, empathy, or the depth of experience that healthcare professionals bring to patient care. Just as calculators did not replace accountants, and autopilot did not replace pilots, AI is not expected to replace the human element in medicine. Leading institutions such as the Mayo Clinic, Stanford Medicine, and the NHS are already integrating AI as a supportive clinical tool rather than a substitute. AI has the capacity to rapidly screen medical imaging, identify risk patterns, suggest possible treatment pathways, and help reduce diagnostic errors. However, the ultimate responsibility for decision-making remains with the physician.
Importantly, AI systems learn from human input. The accuracy and usefulness of their recommendations are directly tied to the quality of the data and expertise they are trained on. In this sense, AI reflects the capabilities and limitations of its human developers and users; it is only as effective as the professionals who guide its use.
Dr Nazir envisions the future of successful healthcare systems as a seamless partnership between humanity and technology, with AI supporting early detection, while doctors provide wisdom, compassion and care. ‘Because at the heart of healing, there will always be a human.’