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KD Marathon

Where the human spirit hits the road!

In hospitals, the profound strength of human endurance unfolds daily—tales of courage, determination, and perseverance. It's a daily celebration of survival and triumph, fuelled by meticulous preparation and advancements in medical science.

KD Hospital honours this unwavering human spirit. In recognition of these remarkable feats, we proudly present an event that reflects the strength and magnificence of the human spirit like never before—the KD Marathon 2nd Edition.

As a remarkable athletic event, the Marathon is one of the true tests of human persistence. It's a journey that challenges the body's limits and pushes participants to discover their true potential.

At KD Hospital, we aspire to elevate our commitment to healthcare by proactively identifying areas where damage control is essential and implementing effective strategies for prevention and recovery.

Join us at the KD Marathon – where every step is a salute to the unbeatable human spirit. Let's run together towards a healthier, stronger tomorrow!

Guinness Book Record Holder & 2 Limca Book Record Holder.
Top finisher of Sun Down Ultra Marathon (Singapore) in 2011 from India.
The first from Gujarat to run prestigious Comrades Marathon in 2012.
National Record of running 182 kms for 24 Hours Madness run held in Gurgaon, Dec 2012.
Unique record of running for 25 hours on a treadmill creating the Limca Book Record by running 194.02 KMS.
First Ironman 70.3 finisher from Gujarat at Mandurah, Perth, Australia in 2013 along with Dr.Jagat patel.
First from India to participate & complete HK 100 km Ultra Trail World Tour 2014. A unique race with total elevation gain of 4500 meters & descent of 4300 meters in all ascent & descent (29000 feet).
Adidas endorsed running athlete from 2013 to 2016.
5th Position in Run the Rann Ultra Trail-161 kms -20th February 2016,Dholavira,Kutch.

Dr. Erika Patel is a gynecologist and fertility specialist by profession. Apart from being a doctor, she is a mother of a 3-year-old.
She started running in 2016, however, she has always been into fitness since school. She joined Chennai Runners in 2016 after which she did her first 10km. Since then, she has done numerous short-distance races (10 km and a half marathons), hill runs and multiple full marathons till date.
She ran throughout her pregnancy and postpartum and also did a couple of races during pregnancy. She actively works towards promoting fitness in pregnancy and post partum.
She has finished The Comrades Marathon (90 km) in South Africa twice, in 2022 and 2023 to earn the Back-to-Back Medal. She also mentors women runners for long-distance races such as Full Marathon and Twenty Miler.
Dr. Patel also runs a non profit : Hope Ladder Sports Foundation that helps transforms lives of grass root level athletes.