The Special Needs Children Podcast - with Chitra Iyer MFA

डॉ. ज्योत्स्ना कीर्तने यांनी जवळपास 30 वर्षे सर जे.जे. ग्रुप ऑफ हॉस्पिटल्स आणि ग्रँट मेडिकल कॉलेजमध्ये बालरोग शस्त्रक्रिया विभागाच्या प्राध्यापक आणि प्रमुख म्हणून काम केले आहे. जे.जे. हॉस्पिटलमधून निवृत्त झाल्यानंतर, त्यांना बाई जेरबाई वाडिया चिल्ड्रेन्स हॉस्पिटलमध्ये बालरोग शस्त्रक्रियेचे संचालक म्हणून आमंत्रित करण्यात आले होते, जिथे त्यांनी सुमारे 2 वर्षे काम केले.


आज त्या चित्राशी मूत्रमार्गाच्या असामान्यतेबद्दल आपल्याला अधिक माहिती देत आहेत.

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.

In this episode, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is joined by Dr Jyotsna Kirtane, a trailblazer in pediatric surgery. She led the Pediatric Surgery Department at Sir J.J. Hospital for nearly 30 years before becoming Director at Bai Jerbai Wadia Children's Hospital. She spearheads a dedicated Bladder Clinic for children.

Listen to her as she shares insights on urinary incontinence and her commitment to pediatric urology.


For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 25 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 18-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.

Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

To get in touch with us:

Write to us on - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teammfa@myfinad.in

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.


In this episode, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is joined by Ms. Shaloo Sharma, Founder of Evoluer Solutions, an experienced Consultant, Educator, Life Skills Trainer and a Design Professional, shares her journey and passion for inclusive program design, as well as the mission and services of Evoluer Solutions. She discusses the changing landscape of inclusive practices over 25 years and how she addresses mental health concerns across the global through her training programs.

For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 25 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 18-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.

Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

To get in touch with us:

Write to us on - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teammfa@myfinad.in

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.


In this episode, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is joined by Dr. Sujata Bhan, Professor and Head of Department of Special Education, SNDT Women's University, Mumbai.

Specializing in Special Education, Dr. Bhan shares about the innovative teaching methods at SNDT Women's University, advocating for inclusion and essential changes that she would like to envision in support for individuals with disabilities in India.



For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 25 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 18-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.

Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

To get in touch with us:

Write to us on - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teammfa@myfinad.in⁠

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.

In this episode, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is joined by Ms. Kavitha Krishnamoorthy and Ms. Sharada Rajaram, Co-Founders & Co-Directors of The CanBridge Academy, a college-like space that trains young adults with autism.

Listen to them share the inspiration behind creating Canbridge Academy, detailing its unique learning environment, community collaborations for social integration and vocational training, as well as its focus on fostering independence.


For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 25 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 18-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.



Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

To get in touch with us:

Write to us on - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teammfa@myfinad.in

In this exclusive ‘Expert Speaks Series’, Chitra will be in conversation with various experts who closely work with Special Needs Children and their families. These experts could be doctors, therapists, legal professionals, vocational trainers or even family members who have successfully secured the future for a loved one. The aim is to bring their knowledge and vast experience to you so that you can find the solutions and guidance you need to live a happier life.

In this episode, our CEO, Chitra Iyer, is joined by Ms. Kavita Shanbhag, Founder and Managing Trustee - ChildRaise Trust.

Kavita is a Psychology Graduate from Mumbai University & did her B.ED in Special Education from S.N.D.T Women's University, Mumbai. She is also an employee of Reserve Bank of India, a trained classical singer and an accomplished actress.

Facing epilepsy during motherhood, Kavita delves into her journey to comprehend the condition and combat the associated stigma. Gain valuable insights into her compelling story.

For some of you who might not know, Chitra Iyer, is a Special Needs Parent herself and a Trustee with Forum for Autism. Her 25 year old son, Shravan, has Autism, Epilepsy and Cerebral Palsy. Professionally, she is a Financial Coach and the CEO of MFA, a 18-year-old organization that specializes in Goal-based Investing and has been supporting the cause of Autism for more than a decade now. She has been helping hundreds of families with her guidance, talks, webinars etc.

We would like to emphasize here that 'Special Needs' covers any kind of intellectual or physical challenge/disability and not just Autism. The challenges faced and future planning required for it, are quite similar.



Do listen and share it with all the Special Needs Families and other groups you know.

To get in touch with us:

Write to us on - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠teammfa@myfinad.in