Professor Emeritus of pediatric cardiology Former HOD at Shri Jayadeva Institute of cardiovascular science and research. First lady cardiologist of Karnataka Secured 38 gold medals. Editor of 4 text books for cardiologist. President of Indian academy of Echo cardiography. One of Directors of Veerashaiva Lingayath Abhivruddhi mandali Vice President of Indian Institute of World culture. Received life time achievement awards from 2 Presidents of India and 4 chief ministers Recipient of Rajyothsava award