Designation:-Zonal Medical Director & Senior Consultant-Pediatrician
Qualification:-MBBS, DCH (Australia), MD, MRCPCH (UK), DSc, FRCPCH (UK), FRACP (Australia), MBA, PhD
Experience:- 14+ years
About:-Dr. Venugopal Reddy Iragamreddy is an internationally acclaimed pediatrician and healthcare leader with a career spanning decades of dedication to child health and community welfare. Currently serving as the Medical Director at Ovum Women & Child Specialty Hospital in Bangalore, India, Dr. Reddy combines his extensive expertise in pediatrics with his visionary leadership in hospital management to foster excellence in healthcare delivery.
Dr. Reddy’s academic journey is as illustrious as his career. He graduated with an MBBS from Kurnool Medical College and pursued advanced pediatric training at Sydney University of Pediatrics, earning a DCH. He completed his MD at Manipal Hospital and holds prestigious qualifications, including the MRCPCH and FRCPCH from the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK) and the FRACP from the Royal Australian College of Physicians. His pursuit of excellence led him to specialize in Pediatric Nutrition at Boston and Columbia Universities and earn an MBA in Hospital Management. Recently, he was awarded a PhD in hospital management, reflecting his commitment to advancing healthcare standards.
For over 14 years, Dr. Reddy actively contributed to improving child and community health by organizing health camps in rural areas, public schools, and orphanages. Through these initiatives, he has educated and screened nearly 10,000 children and parents on critical health topics, including anemia prevention, vision and dental care, immunization, and other preventive health strategies.As part of these efforts, he has distributed free medicines to underprivileged children, ensuring access to essential healthcare for those in need. His commitment to health education extends beyond direct interactions; he has authored and published nearly 100 news articles focusing on child and community health, reaching broader audiences to promote awareness and empower communities.
These initiatives reflect his dedication to fostering healthier futures for children and communities through education, prevention, and access to care.
Fellowship:- Member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
Member of the University of Sydney, Pediatrics (Australia)
Member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK)
Fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK)
Member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Member of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (Australia)
Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (Australia)
Member of the Indian Society of Clinical Research (ICSR)
Awards:-Honorary Doctorate from Hawkins University, Texas (USA)
Doctor of Science (DSc) Award from the USA
UN Book of world record by USA
London Book of World Records from the UK
Top 10 Rising Personalities of India by Hindustan Times
Top 10 Eminent Personalities Shaping the Future of India by Fames India
Advisory Board Member of European Hospital and Health Care Management
Advisory Board Member of American Hospital and Health Care Management
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's Healthcare Award 2024 on National Doctor’s Day
Indian ICON Award for Pediatric and Community Health Services 2024
Nobel Peace Achievement Award by the Iconic Peace Award Council (IPAC)
Best Doctor of the Year award by the Indian Glory Awards
Bhartiya Seva Ratna Award
Bharat Vibhushan Award
International Best Researcher Award
Certificate of World Record in Honouring Excellence in Pediatrics and Public Health by Book of World Record
Dr APJ Abdul Kalam's Healthcare Award 2023
Garden city University Puraskar Award
National Social Service Award
GE Health Care Award