Dr. Thekkepat Gopinathan (1931–2016)

Professor T. Gopinathan

“…He passed away on April 13, 2016. [2] He is survived by his wife (Mrs. Rema), two sons, and one daughter. His legacy survives through his students and colleagues in various parts of the globe…… "Better than a thousand days of diligent study, is one day with a great teacher. "…”

“…Due to his hard work and dedication, department of dermatology and venereology grew step by step and became a postgraduate training center in the year 1972. [2] Department of dermatology and venereology of Calicut Medical College had tremendous growth under his leadership. Phototherapy, electrosurgery, electrolysis, and minor surgical procedures were done routinely.…”

“…He also served as the Honorary Secretary and the President of IMA Calicut. [2] 2009) to name a few. [2] But what made him stand out among the crowd was his passion for the subject and the never ending thirst for knowledge.…”

“…[2] 2009) to name a few. [2] But what made him stand out among the crowd was his passion for the subject and the never ending thirst for knowledge. Even after retirement, he was an active presence in almost all the academic meetings and conferences till his health permitted.…”

“…[1] EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION Dr. ekkepat Gopinathan was born on March 21, 1931, at Trissur. [2] He completed schooling from Trissur and graduation from Madras University. Dr. Gopinathan did his MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) from Madras Medical College and Diploma in Venereology from Institute of Venereology, Madras.…”