Dr. V. Mohan is one of India’s most eminent diabetologists, clinician-scientists, and healthcare entrepreneurs, serving as Chairman and Chief of Diabetology at Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre, a nationally and internationally recognized network of diabetes care institutions. With a career spanning over five decades, he has been a pioneering force in transforming diabetes care, research, and awareness in India.

A trailblazer in the field, Dr. Mohan founded Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialties Centre in 1991, which has since grown into a network of over 50 centers across India, delivering specialized, patient-centric diabetes care. The institution is recognized as an International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Centre of Excellence and a WHO collaborating center for non-communicable diseases, reflecting its global standing in clinical care and research.

Dr. Mohan’s contributions extend far beyond clinical practice. As Chairman of the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), he has led groundbreaking research in areas such as type 2 diabetes, genetic predisposition, and epidemiology of diabetes in Asian populations. His work has significantly advanced the understanding of India’s diabetes burden and shaped global perspectives on the disease.

A prolific academician, he has authored over 1,200 scientific publications with an exceptional citation impact, placing him among the top 2% of scientists globally, according to Stanford University rankings. His research has influenced clinical guidelines, prevention strategies, and treatment protocols worldwide.

Dr. Mohan’s leadership has also focused on expanding access to diabetes care through innovative models, including telemedicine initiatives and rural outreach programs, enabling early diagnosis and management in underserved communities. His vision has consistently emphasized prevention, patient education, and long-term disease management.

In recognition of his contributions to medicine, he has received numerous prestigious honors, including the Padma Shri and the Dr. B. C. Roy Award, among the highest recognitions in Indian healthcare.

Through his pioneering clinical work, institution-building, and globally influential research, Dr. V. Mohan continues to shape the future of diabetes care in India and beyond, driving a mission to reduce the burden of diabetes and improve quality of life for millions of patients.