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Dr.Krishnan Swaminathan
Founder & Chairman

An endocrinologist, philanthropist, and visionary who transformed a ₹450 contribution into a nationwide movement, bringing hope, care, and support to more than 4,000 children living with Type 1 Diabetes.

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Dr.Krishnan Swaminathan

Achievements

Founder & Managing Trustee

Idhayangal Charitable Trust

UK-Trained Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist

MD (UK), MRCP, FRCP, PhD (IIT Madras)

80+ International Research Publications

Published in leading medical journals

20+ Years of Public Health Service

Dedicated to improving Type 1 Diabetes care in India

4,000+ Children Supported

Across multiple states through government hospital partnerships

95% Reduction in Diabetic Coma Admissions

Among children enrolled in the Trust's programme

Research & Publications

80+ Peer-Reviewed Publications

Published over 80 research papers in reputed national and international medical journals.

Type 1 Diabetes Research

Focused on advancing diabetes care, insulin accessibility, and improving outcomes for children with Type 1 Diabetes.

Medical Research Excellence

Contributed to evidence-based clinical research in Diabetes and Endocrinology.

Conference Speaker

Regular speaker at national and international medical conferences on diabetes and endocrine health.

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Prof. Muruganathan

Trustee & Medical Education Advisor

Prof. Muruganathan is a distinguished physician, medical educator, and public health leader based in Tiruppur. A former President of the Association of Physicians of India (API) and Past President of IMA Tamil Nadu, he has played a pivotal role in advancing medical education and strengthening Type 1 Diabetes awareness across India through healthcare, academic, and Rotary initiatives.

30+ years in Academia

  • Former President – Association of Physicians of India (API)
  • Past President – IMA Tamil Nadu State Branch
  • Current Governor – American College of Physicians (ACP), India Chapter
  • Recipient of the Dr. B. C. Roy Award
  • Recipient of the Tamil Semmal Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu
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Dr. S. Meenakshi Sundaram

Trustee & Neurology Advisor

Dr. S. Meenakshi Sundaram is a renowned Neurologist based in Madurai with over three decades of clinical experience. He actively supports Idhayangal’s initiatives across Madurai and the southern districts of Tamil Nadu while contributing his expertise in neurological care, research, and community healthcare.

30+ Years in Neurology

  • Consultant Neurologist based in Madurai
  • MBBS, MD (General Medicine) & DM (Neurology)
  • Published multiple research papers in Neurology
  • Active Member – Neurological Society of India (NSI)
  • Specialist in Stroke, Epilepsy, Dementia & Alzheimer's Disease
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A dedicated board of trustees bringing diverse expertise and shared commitment.

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