Obituary
IADVL Kerala remembers its members who have passed away.
Dr. Sreedevi Pk
It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of our esteemed member,
Dr. Sridevi P. K. (LM/K/1165), on 15th October 2025.
Dr. Sridevi completed her MBBS and MD from Government Medical College, Calicut, where
she was a distinguished alumna.
She retired as HOD and Professor GMC Thrissur and Jubilee MissionMedical College,
Thrissur.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. V. K. Lakshmana Kumar, her son, Mr. Kishan, and her
daughter, Mrs. Srilakshmi.
Dr. Sridevi was deeply cherished by her colleagues, students, and patients for her warmth,
compassion, and dedication to the profession.
On behalf of IADVL Kerala, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her loved ones find strength during this difficult
time.
Dr. Sridevi P. K. (LM/K/1165), on 15th October 2025.
Dr. Sridevi completed her MBBS and MD from Government Medical College, Calicut, where
she was a distinguished alumna.
She retired as HOD and Professor GMC Thrissur and Jubilee MissionMedical College,
Thrissur.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. V. K. Lakshmana Kumar, her son, Mr. Kishan, and her
daughter, Mrs. Srilakshmi.
Dr. Sridevi was deeply cherished by her colleagues, students, and patients for her warmth,
compassion, and dedication to the profession.
On behalf of IADVL Kerala, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her loved ones find strength during this difficult
time.
Dr. Anita Sanker
With deep grief we inform the sad demise of our member, Dr Anita Sankar (58 years),
LM/K/4563 on 6th December 2024.
Dr Anita is an alumnus of Govt Medical College, Trissur; MBBS (1983), MD – Govt
Medical College, Trivandrum (2002-2005).
She was working as Professor (CAP) at Govt Medical college, Trivandrum. Earlier
she worked in Kerala Health Services for a brief period, then joined as faculty at Govt
Medical College.
She is survived by her husband Mr. Pradeep, and daughter Dr. Gopika (MDS).
She was a warm person quite popular among her colleagues, students and patients.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and
heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
LM/K/4563 on 6th December 2024.
Dr Anita is an alumnus of Govt Medical College, Trissur; MBBS (1983), MD – Govt
Medical College, Trivandrum (2002-2005).
She was working as Professor (CAP) at Govt Medical college, Trivandrum. Earlier
she worked in Kerala Health Services for a brief period, then joined as faculty at Govt
Medical College.
She is survived by her husband Mr. Pradeep, and daughter Dr. Gopika (MDS).
She was a warm person quite popular among her colleagues, students and patients.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and
heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Sabeena Jayapalan
It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of our esteemed member, Dr. Sabeena Jayapalan (55 years), LM/K/1123, on 22nd November 2024.
Dr Sabeena was a distinguished alumnus of Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, holding degrees in MBBS (1992), MD (1997), and an MPhil in clinical epidemiology. She served as a respected Professor in Dermatology at the same institution. She had also worked in Govt. Medical College Alappuzha, Kozhikode and Konni. She was the Chairperson of the Research Facilitation Cell of IADVL Kerala for the past two years.
She leaves behind her husband, Dr. Bejoy (Anaesthesiologist), and two children: a daughter and a son.
Dr. Sabeena was cherished by her colleagues, students, and patients alike for her warmth and kindness.
On behalf of IADVL Kerala, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her loved ones find strength during this difficult time.
Dr Sabeena was a distinguished alumnus of Govt. Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, holding degrees in MBBS (1992), MD (1997), and an MPhil in clinical epidemiology. She served as a respected Professor in Dermatology at the same institution. She had also worked in Govt. Medical College Alappuzha, Kozhikode and Konni. She was the Chairperson of the Research Facilitation Cell of IADVL Kerala for the past two years.
She leaves behind her husband, Dr. Bejoy (Anaesthesiologist), and two children: a daughter and a son.
Dr. Sabeena was cherished by her colleagues, students, and patients alike for her warmth and kindness.
On behalf of IADVL Kerala, we extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her loved ones find strength during this difficult time.
Dr. Sugathan P
With deep grief we inform the sad demise of our senior member, Dr P Sugathan (88 years), LM/K/3430, on 31st July 2024.
Dr.Sugathan graduated from Trivandrum Medical college and did his post-graduation from All India Institute of Medical sciences New Delhi.Hewas trained under legendary teachers Prof B.M.Ambadi in Trivandrum,Prof Bhutani and Prof KCKandhari at AIIMS and later under Prof T Gopinathan in Kozhikode.
In an illustrious career spanning three decadeshe served at various medical colleges across Kerala and left an indelible mark in the annals of Indian Dermatology. He retired as Prof and Head of Dept of Dermatology, Govt Medical College, Kozhikode and continued his career as Senior Consultant at Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode till 2022.
Prof Sugathan’s notable contributions to medical literature include - Mudichood disease- the first malayalam word in English medical literature,a landmark paper on Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans(DCPA) and a keen work on Piedra. As a researcher, he been adorned the path of glory through mental grit, resilience and perseverance.
As a teacher and practitioner, he has always stood upright in discipline integrity and austerity. He has had a penchant for old values and practices while embracing the new with zeal. With a vast teaching experience of more than 25 years he has guided a generation of dermatologists. An astute clinician, an inspiring teacher, a keen researcher and an inquisitive thinker Prof Sugathan raised the standards of Dermatology and made Indian Dermatology proud.
Prof Sugathan was with IADVL, since its inception and served as the Hon. Secretary IADVL Kerala in 1972-73 and as the President of Kerala State IADVL in 1977.
He has won distinguished awards and was recognized with IADVL Best Teacher Award, Prof VN Sehgal Award (2010), Lifetime Achievement Award by IADVL in 2024 and also Lifetime Achievement Award by IADVL Kerala.
He is survived by his wife Mrs Savithri Sugathan, his daughter and two grandchildren.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr.Sugathan graduated from Trivandrum Medical college and did his post-graduation from All India Institute of Medical sciences New Delhi.Hewas trained under legendary teachers Prof B.M.Ambadi in Trivandrum,Prof Bhutani and Prof KCKandhari at AIIMS and later under Prof T Gopinathan in Kozhikode.
In an illustrious career spanning three decadeshe served at various medical colleges across Kerala and left an indelible mark in the annals of Indian Dermatology. He retired as Prof and Head of Dept of Dermatology, Govt Medical College, Kozhikode and continued his career as Senior Consultant at Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode till 2022.
Prof Sugathan’s notable contributions to medical literature include - Mudichood disease- the first malayalam word in English medical literature,a landmark paper on Dermatitis cruris pustulosa et atrophicans(DCPA) and a keen work on Piedra. As a researcher, he been adorned the path of glory through mental grit, resilience and perseverance.
As a teacher and practitioner, he has always stood upright in discipline integrity and austerity. He has had a penchant for old values and practices while embracing the new with zeal. With a vast teaching experience of more than 25 years he has guided a generation of dermatologists. An astute clinician, an inspiring teacher, a keen researcher and an inquisitive thinker Prof Sugathan raised the standards of Dermatology and made Indian Dermatology proud.
Prof Sugathan was with IADVL, since its inception and served as the Hon. Secretary IADVL Kerala in 1972-73 and as the President of Kerala State IADVL in 1977.
He has won distinguished awards and was recognized with IADVL Best Teacher Award, Prof VN Sehgal Award (2010), Lifetime Achievement Award by IADVL in 2024 and also Lifetime Achievement Award by IADVL Kerala.
He is survived by his wife Mrs Savithri Sugathan, his daughter and two grandchildren.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Seena P
With deep grief we inform the sad demise of our member, Dr Seena P (49 years), LM/K/3286, on 9th March 2024.
Dr Seena is an alumnus of Govt Medical College, Kozhikode; MBBS (1996), DVD (2001) and DNB (2004).
She was working as Professor (CAP) at Govt TD Medical college, Alappuzha. Earlier she worked in Kerala Health Services for a brief period, then joined as faculty at Govt Medical College, Kottayam (2007-21) and later at Govt Med College, Konni.
She is survived by her husband Dr Vivek Kumar, Deputy Director, Kerala Health Services, Thiruvananthapuram and son, Pranav, an engineering student.
She was an affable person, liked immensely by her colleagues, students and patients.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr Seena is an alumnus of Govt Medical College, Kozhikode; MBBS (1996), DVD (2001) and DNB (2004).
She was working as Professor (CAP) at Govt TD Medical college, Alappuzha. Earlier she worked in Kerala Health Services for a brief period, then joined as faculty at Govt Medical College, Kottayam (2007-21) and later at Govt Med College, Konni.
She is survived by her husband Dr Vivek Kumar, Deputy Director, Kerala Health Services, Thiruvananthapuram and son, Pranav, an engineering student.
She was an affable person, liked immensely by her colleagues, students and patients.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Cyriac M.j
With deep grief, we inform the sad demise of our senior member Dr. M J Cyriac (71 years), (LM/K/1137), Malayil House, Kaipuzha PO, Kottayam, Kerala on 25.06.2023.
He is an alumnus of All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (MD Dermatology) and has rendered meritorious service as Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology, Superintendent and Vice-Principal at Govt Medical College Kottayam and Principal at Govt Medical College Thrissur and Amala Medical College, Thrissur. He was the President of IADVL Kerala in 2007.
He is survived by his wife Dr Sheela Mary Chacko, son Dr Jacob Cyriac (Govt Medical College, Kottayam), daughter Dr Aleena Cyriac (Govt Medical College, Kottayam) and daughter-in-law Dr Anna Skariah (S H Medical Centre, Kottayam).
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
He is an alumnus of All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (MD Dermatology) and has rendered meritorious service as Professor and Head of the Department of Dermatology, Superintendent and Vice-Principal at Govt Medical College Kottayam and Principal at Govt Medical College Thrissur and Amala Medical College, Thrissur. He was the President of IADVL Kerala in 2007.
He is survived by his wife Dr Sheela Mary Chacko, son Dr Jacob Cyriac (Govt Medical College, Kottayam), daughter Dr Aleena Cyriac (Govt Medical College, Kottayam) and daughter-in-law Dr Anna Skariah (S H Medical Centre, Kottayam).
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Jagan Mohan S
With deep grief, we inform the sad demise of our senior member Dr. Jagan Mohan S (71 years), (LM/K/3402), “Athira”, CMC XV/269, Cherthala, Alapuzha, Kerala on 15.02.2023.
He is an alumnus of Government Medical College, Trivandrum (MBBS) and BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad (Diploma in Dermatology). He joined Kerala Health Services in 1982 and rendered his service at Taluk Hospital Cherthala, Kadakkarappilly PHC and General Hospital Alapuzha. He was the former district Deputy Medical Officer, Alapuzha and former President of KGMOA, Alapuzha.
He is survived by his wife Dr Indira (Senior Consultant Anesthesiologist), daughters Dr Lakshmi Mohan (Dermatologist, Government Services) and Dr Meera Mohan (Gynecologist), sons-in-law Dr Praveen M (Pediatrician , Taluk Hospital, Cherthala) and Mr Manesh A (Scientist NPOL).
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
He is an alumnus of Government Medical College, Trivandrum (MBBS) and BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad (Diploma in Dermatology). He joined Kerala Health Services in 1982 and rendered his service at Taluk Hospital Cherthala, Kadakkarappilly PHC and General Hospital Alapuzha. He was the former district Deputy Medical Officer, Alapuzha and former President of KGMOA, Alapuzha.
He is survived by his wife Dr Indira (Senior Consultant Anesthesiologist), daughters Dr Lakshmi Mohan (Dermatologist, Government Services) and Dr Meera Mohan (Gynecologist), sons-in-law Dr Praveen M (Pediatrician , Taluk Hospital, Cherthala) and Mr Manesh A (Scientist NPOL).
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Ashokan. P.u
With deep grief, we inform the sad demise of senior Dermatologist Prof. P. U. Ashokan (82) (LM/K/1288) former Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Thrissur Medical College on 24th May 2022. He was one of the pioneer members of IADVL Kerala and was the President (1984) and Hon. Secretary (1977-78) of the association. He was an excellent teacher, very soft-spoken person and a kind examiner. He is survived by his wife Prof K. Suneethi (Retd Prof, Ophthalmologist, Govt Medical College Thrissur), daughter famous ghazal singer Mrs Gayathri and son Mr. P.K. Ganesh
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences.
Dr. Vasanth M.n
Dr. M.N. Vasanth (75yrs), did his MBBS from Government Medical College Kozhikode, and later completed his MD from the same institution in 1986. He joined Kerala health services, and retired as the Deputy Director and later continued private practice in his home town Kozhikode. He was one of the founding members of Malabar Dermatology Club (MDC) and was instrumental in its smooth functioning. He took his last breath on 15th April 2022 morning. He is survived by his wife Dr Latha Vasanth, son Arjun Vasanth and daughter Dr Nisha Vasanth. Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
Dr. Rachel Mathai
With deep grief, we inform the sad demise of our senior member Dr. Rachel Mathai (92), (LM/K/1180) Kolabhagom P.O., Pathanamthitta, Kerala.
After her schooling from Kottayam, Kerala, Dr. Rachel Mathai did her education from Vellore ( MBBS - CMC Vellore- 1952) and Chennai ( DD, Madras Medical College - 1974) She was the Professor and Head Dept of DVL and Medical Superintendent at CMC Vellore. She has been a teacher par excellence and a mentor to many. Later She joined as Consultant Dermatologist at Muthoot, Medical Centre, Kozhencherry1989 till date. She got MRCP ( 1964) and FRCP ( 1976) from Glasgow. She was the former editor of IJDVL ( 1977-83)
She was married to Dr. K V Mathai ( Late) and is survived by her son Dr. Varghese Mathai (SurgicalGastroenterologist, Hyderabad, and daughter Mrs. Susan ( Melbourne, Australia)
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences
After her schooling from Kottayam, Kerala, Dr. Rachel Mathai did her education from Vellore ( MBBS - CMC Vellore- 1952) and Chennai ( DD, Madras Medical College - 1974) She was the Professor and Head Dept of DVL and Medical Superintendent at CMC Vellore. She has been a teacher par excellence and a mentor to many. Later She joined as Consultant Dermatologist at Muthoot, Medical Centre, Kozhencherry1989 till date. She got MRCP ( 1964) and FRCP ( 1976) from Glasgow. She was the former editor of IJDVL ( 1977-83)
She was married to Dr. K V Mathai ( Late) and is survived by her son Dr. Varghese Mathai (SurgicalGastroenterologist, Hyderabad, and daughter Mrs. Susan ( Melbourne, Australia)
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of her soul and heartfelt condolences to her family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences
Dr. Abdulla Ak
With deep grief, we inform the sad demise of our senior member Dr. A.K. Abdulla (98),
(LM/K/1256). Patturayikkal, Thrissur, Kerala.
He did his MBBS from Stanley Medical College, Chennai and joined Kerala Health
Services. He Completed his Dermatology training under Dr. B.M. Ambadi at Govt Medical
College, Trivandrum. After rejoining health services, he was instrumental in establishing
the Dermatology department at District Hospital Thrissur. He was the President of IADVL
Kerala in the year 1979. He retired from health services and has been in active practice
since. He is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and
heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences
(LM/K/1256). Patturayikkal, Thrissur, Kerala.
He did his MBBS from Stanley Medical College, Chennai and joined Kerala Health
Services. He Completed his Dermatology training under Dr. B.M. Ambadi at Govt Medical
College, Trivandrum. After rejoining health services, he was instrumental in establishing
the Dermatology department at District Hospital Thrissur. He was the President of IADVL
Kerala in the year 1979. He retired from health services and has been in active practice
since. He is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter.
Our prayers, on behalf of IADVL Kerala, to the almighty for the peace of his soul and
heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.
With Deepest Condolences
Dr. Meeraan Sahib.p.k.
Dermatologist and Senior member of IADVL and IMA, breathed his last on 23 September, 2021 at 76 years of age. Born & bought up at Muvattupuzha, He
studied at Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, following which He did his MBBS from Government Medical College, Kottayam followed by MD Dermatology, from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore. His hospital named Al Shifa is located at Pezhakkapilly, Muvatupuzha. He is survived by wife Nabeesa and two sons Asif and Dr Afsal. His son Dr Afsal is also a Dermatologist working in Qatar.
studied at Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, following which He did his MBBS from Government Medical College, Kottayam followed by MD Dermatology, from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore. His hospital named Al Shifa is located at Pezhakkapilly, Muvatupuzha. He is survived by wife Nabeesa and two sons Asif and Dr Afsal. His son Dr Afsal is also a Dermatologist working in Qatar.