Renowned Oncologist Dr S G Ramanan Receives Prestigious Dr KV Thiruvengadam Health Care Excellence Award 2026

Dr. S. G. Ramanan Receives Dr. K.V. Thiruvengadam Health Care Excellence Award 2026

Acknowledgment of Contributions to Cancer Treatment

Chennai: Dr. S. G. Ramanan, a senior medical oncologist, has been honored with the Dr. K.V. Thiruvengadam Health Care Excellence Award for 2026. This accolade recognizes his significant contributions to the field of cancer treatment.

Event Details

The award was presented during a ceremony organized by the Rotary Club of Madras East in collaboration with Kauvery Hospital. Dr. Ramanan was celebrated for his dedication to patient-centered care, commitment to enhancing oncology services, and efforts to merge scientific practices with compassionate healthcare, as reported by The Hindu.

Professional Background

Dr. Ramanan serves as a Senior Consultant in Medical Oncology at Apollo Cancer Centre in Chennai. He possesses extensive experience in treating various types of cancers, including breast cancer, soft tissue sarcomas, bone sarcomas, and liquid tumors. Additionally, he acts as a mentor for postgraduate students in medical oncology.

Dr. Ramanan is one of the Directors of the Madras Cancer Care Foundation and a Founder Trustee of both the Cancer Research and Relief Trust and the Cancare Foundation. His expertise is well-documented, with numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, both nationally and internationally, and he has received various awards recognizing his contributions to the field.

Educational Qualifications

He holds an MBBS and an MD in General Medicine, along with a DM in Medical Oncology. Dr. Ramanan has also obtained a certification in Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) from the University Medical Centre and ESMO. He is a Member of the Royal Colleges of Physicians (MRCP) and has served as faculty for the DNB Oncology program at Apollo Cancer Centre. Furthermore, he has collaborated with the Biotech Department of IIT Madras on biobanking initiatives.

Ceremony Highlights

K. Narayanasamy, Vice-Chancellor of Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, was the chief guest at the event and presented the award to Dr. Ramanan. Koushik MuthuRaja M., chairperson of the Dr. KVT Awards Committee, noted that this ceremony marked the 20th edition of the award, coinciding with the centenary year of Dr. Thiruvengadam’s birth, according to The Daily.