Dr. Sadhana Dhavapalani is a senior family physician at Apollo Heart Centre, Greams Road, Chennai, with over 20 years of experience in family medicine. She holds international qualifications including MRCGP (UK) and a postgraduate certificate in diabetes from Warwick University, reflecting her specialised interest in chronic disease management. Her clinical practice spans preventive care, geriatrics, paediatrics, and women's health, offering comprehensive treatment for families across age groups. Known for her empathetic approach, she is widely appreciated by patients for combining global training with personalised care.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Stanley Medical College, Madras – July 1995
• MRCGP (UK) – Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners, UK – December 2006
• DFFP – Diploma of the Faculty of Family Planning, RCOG, UK – July 2003

Professional Experience:

• Over 28 years of experience in the field of Family Medicine
• Currently serving as Consultant Family Physician at Apollo Heart Centre, Chennai since January 2011
• Program Director for Diploma in Family Medicine exams (RCGP accredited) by Medvarsity, Hyderabad since May 2014
• Previous roles include General Practitioner with Special Interest in Diabetes in the UK and various positions as Senior House Officer in Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and A&E in UK hospitals

Certifications:

• Insulin Initiation and Intensification of Insulin Course – February 2009
• Postgraduate Certificate in Diabetes – Warwick University, UK – June 2010
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Course – October 2008

Professional Memberships

• Member, Royal College of General Practitioners (UK)
• Member, Tamil Nadu Medical Council
• Member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Member, Association of Physicians of India (API)