M. S. Valiathan
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Marthanda Varma Sankaran Valiathan (born 24 May 1934) is an Indian cardiac surgeon. He is a former President of the Indian National Science Academy and National Research Professor of the Government of India.[1][2]
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Marthanda Varma Sankaran Valiathan | |
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Born | (1934-05-24) 24 May 1934 (age 90) |
Nationality | Indian |
Alma mater | University of Kerala University of Liverpool Johns Hopkins School of Medicine |
Occupation | cardio-thoracic surgeon |
Spouse | Ashima |
Children | Manna; Manish |
Parent(s) | Marthanda Varma Janaki Varma |
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He was awarded the Padma Vibushan in 2005 for his contributions to health technology in India. He was made a Chevalier in the Ordre des Palmes Académiques, an honour bestowed by the French government, in 1999. He received the Dr. Samuel P. Asper International Award from the Johns Hopkins University Medical School in 2009 for his contributions to international medical education.[3]