Chennai, November 20th 2025: Kauvery Hospital, Chennai, is proud to announce that Dr. Sham,
Senior Consultant Rheumatologist, has been conferred with the Kolkon Oration
for Community Service, instituted by the West Bengal Chapter of the Indian
Rheumatology Association (IRA).
This national recognition is awarded to a
rheumatologist for their outstanding contribution towards community service and
public education in rheumatology. The award is an acknowledgment for the
efforts to advance patient education, promote awareness, and conduct continuing
medical education (CME) programs for healthcare professionals
Dr. Sham has been instrumental in propagating
awareness on autoimmune and rheumatologic conditions through lectures, patient
education initiatives, and training programs across India. His consistent
commitment to patient welfare and knowledge dissemination has earned him wide
respect in the field.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj,
Co-Founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Hospital, said, “We are immensely
proud of Dr. Sham’s achievement. His dedication to improving awareness and care
for patients with rheumatologic diseases reflects Kauvery Hospital’s commitment
to excellence and compassionate service. This national honour is a testament to
his passion and the impact he has created in the community.”
The Kolkon Oration for Community Service recognizes
doctors who have made sustained contributions to the field of rheumatology for
over a decade and have worked extensively to improve patient outcomes and
education at a community level.
