Padma Shri‑Awarded Cardiologist G. Vijayaraghavan Dies at 84
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Dr. G. Vijayaraghavan, a prominent Indian cardiologist and former associate professor at CMC Vellore, died on Thursday at the age of 84. Born in Perumpuzha, Kollam, he earned his MBBS from Thiruvananthapuram Medical College in 1964 and an MD in General Medicine in 1969. His career spanned teaching, clinical practice, and research, earning him the Padma Shri in 2009 for his contributions to health care.
Covered by 5 outlets across the spectrum: 20% left, 40% center, 40% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (2): Indian Express, The New Indian Express
- Right-leaning (1): Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- ‘Guardian of heart’: Cardiologist credited with introducing 2D Echo test in India dies at 84 — Indian Express (center)
- Kerala: Renowned Cardiologist Dr G. Vijayaraghavan Passes Away — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Padma Shri Awardee Cardiologist G Vijayaraghavan Dies at 84 — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Kerala: Pioneer in cardiac care Dr Vijayaraghavan dies — The New Indian Express (center)
- Cardiologist G. Vijayaraghavan passes away — The Hindu (left-leaning)