Dr. S.M. Rajendran

Dr. S.M. Rajendran is a renowned Senior Diabetologist with over four decades of experience in the clinical
medical field and more than three decades in academic and research arenas. His extensive work emphasizes
the significance of lifestyle changes in managing and potentially reversing diabetes, with a particular
focus on abnormal obesity and adolescent care.

Educational Background :

Dr. Rajendran’s illustrious academic journey began at the University of Madras, India, where he earned his
MBBS in 1970 and his MD in 1978. Further enhancing his credentials, he completed a Doctor of Science
(DSc.) degree from Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital, Chennai, in 2012. His expertise was globally
recognized when he was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (FRCP) from
Glasgow in 2008.

Professional Contributions :

Dr. Rajendran’s professional career includes significant teaching and leadership roles. He has imparted
knowledge to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, specializing in Internal Medicine and
Diabetology at Stanley Medical College. Additionally, he has served as the Director and Professor of
Diabetology at the Sree Balaji Diabetology Research Center in Chennai.

Academic and Research Excellence :

A prolific researcher, Dr. Rajendran has made substantial contributions to the field of diabetology. His
role as the Chief Editor of the ‘Journal of Applied Science’ and Honorary Editor for two other prestigious
journals underscores his influence in the academic community. He has conducted original research,
presented numerous papers at national and international conferences, and serves as an advisor for the
well-regarded textbook ‘Clinical Medicine’ by Kumar and Clark.

Advocacy for Lifestyle Changes :

A strong advocate for managing diabetes through lifestyle modifications, Dr. Rajendran has demonstrated
through numerous case studies that diabetes can be nearly reversed by adopting healthy lifestyle
practices. His research and practical applications emphasize the critical role of diet, exercise, and
overall lifestyle in controlling and potentially reversing diabetes, particularly focusing on issues like
abnormal obesity and the specific needs of adolescents.

Conclusion :

Dr. S.M. Rajendran’s career is marked by his unwavering dedication to the field of diabetology, his
commitment to education, and his innovative research. His belief in the power of lifestyle changes to
manage and reverse diabetes has not only transformed countless lives but also set a precedent in the
medical community for holistic and patient-centered care.

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