Ideal Physician

Dr. V. B. Athavale is a renowned Paediatrician, and an eminent author who has several noteworthy achievements to his credit. He did his M.B.B.S. from Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, both in Mumbai, stood first in D.C.H. (C.P.S.) 1956, and completed M.D. (Paed.) in 1958. Dr. Athavale was chairman of the workshop on 'Herbal Medicines for Health for the Developing Countries, which was held at Bangkok in the year 1981. Dr. Athavale worked as a Honorary Professor and Head of Department of Paediatrician, L.T.M.G. Hostipal, Sion, Mumbai during 1970 to 1990 and was recognised for his various accomplishments for which he has been bestowed with honours and awards, both National and International. V. B. Athavale Research Foundation has been founded as a mark of respect and gratitude to Dr. Athavale when he retired after 30 years of selfless services as Hon. Professor and Head of Department of Paediatrics, L.T.M. Medical College and L.T.M.G. Hospital, Mumbai.

Dr. K.V. Athavale is the son of Dr. V. B. Athavale. He is a graduate in Modern Medicine and is actively engaged with his father in writing.

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