B. Palaniappan

Who is B. Palaniappan?

Bhuvaraghan Palaniappan is an Indian gynecologist. In recognition of his contributions to medicine, Palaniappan received the Padma Shri award from then President of India, Abdul Kalam, on March 29, 2006. In a recent interview Dr. B. Palaniappan presents in a terse fashion what he considers as his major contribution at the national level to the welfare of child bearing women in the second most populous country of the world and about the powerful influence he had among his students as a role-model; some of his students write to express appreciation from different parts of the world, which expressions he regards as his major accomplishment. Links to the 3 part interview: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3.

His love for Tamil language was immense. Midwives are considered to be the level 1 care providers. Majority of them hail from small villages and towns of Southern India. Prof.B.Palaniappan wrote a Midwifery text book in Tamil, ‘Maghaperu Maruthuvam’ to reach midwifery students whose command over English language was not good. Improving their understanding and knowledge was important to maintain the quality of care.