Video Jothydev Kesavadev
Jothydev Kesavadev
Born :Trivandrum, Kerala, India
Nationality: Indian
Residence: Mudavanmugal, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
Occupation: Diabetologist
Alma mater: Trivandrum Medical College, Kerala, India, Mayo Clinic, MN, USA
Years active - 1982 - present
Spouse - Sunitha Jothydev
Son - Krishnadev Jothydev
Parents - Late P.Kesavadev, Seethalekshmy Dev
Jothydev Kesavadev (?????????? ?????????) is a renowned Indian Research diabetologist and is the founder Chairman and Managing Director of Jothydev's Diabetes Research Centers in Trivandrum, Attingal and Kochi, Kerala. As a noted Philanthropist, Jothydev's professional life is dedicated to the fight against diabetes.He is one of the early medical practitioners to harness technology into treatment and management of diabetes. He introduced the telemedicine based follow up system known as Diabetes Tele Management System (DTMS®) in 1998, a unique cost-effective model which helps achieve targets in diabetes management. An ardent researcher in the field of diabetes, he is the first speaker from Kerala to lecture at the American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions (2009, 2011), the first invited speaker from Kerala at the International Diabetes Federation Conference (2009, 2013) and at ATTD, Europe.He is considered as the pioneer in modern Insulin Pump Therapy (CSII) in India and is bestowed with the credit of introducing the first Paradigm pump in Kerala in 2004. Jothydev has won several laurels for his noteworthy contributions to the field of diabetes and to the community.
Maps Jothydev Kesavadev
Present Positions
- Chairman and Managing Director : Jothydev's Diabetes Research Center, Trivandrum, Kochi, Attingal
- Chairman and Managing Trustee : P. Kesavadev Trust
- Chairman : Diabscreen Kerala
- Managing Director : Living Longer Life Care Private Limited
- President : Jothydev's Professional Education Forum (JPEF)
- National Executive Committee Member, RSSDI
- Senior Vice President, Geriatric Society of India
- 2015 : Joint Secretary, DiabetesIndia
- 2014 : Joint Organizing Secretary, DiabetesIndia
- 2002 : Director, Indian Institute of Diabetes
- 2001- 2002 : Asst.Professor of Medicine: Government Medical College, Trivandrum
- 1994 - 2001 : Lecturer in Internal Medicine: Government Medical College, Trivandrum
Qualifications
- MBBS, Medical College, Trivandrum, Kerala, India : Dec 1989 (Undergraduate Course)
- MD, Medical College, Trivandrum, Kerala, India : Oct 1996 (Post Graduate in Internal Medicine)
- Endocrinology Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic, MN, USA : 2002
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP), Glasgow : 2014
- Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) : 2015
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP), London : 2016
- Fellow of the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (FRSSDI), India : 2017
- Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE), USA : 2017
Awards & Honors
- 2007 - Young achiever for 2007 by Humanity in Unity USA
- 2008 - Rajiv Gandhi Shiromani Award
- 2011 - International Kohinoor Award
- 2013 - Award by Geriatric Society of India
- 2013 - Incredible Medical Expert of the Decade Award
- 2014 - Mahatma Gandhi Cultural Award
- 2014 - Most Promising Healthcare Centre in diabetes education and treatment Award
- 2015 - Sahridayavedi Award
- 2015 - Jeevan Raksha Award by Anti Narcotic Action Centre of India
- 2018 - SNMS award by Sreenarayana Mandira Samithi, Mumbai
- 2018 - Distinguished Alumnus Award by Trivandrum Medical College Alumni Association
Early Life and Education
Born as the one and only son of Late. P.Kesavadev and Seethalekshmy Dev in an Indian village Mudavanmugal, Trivandrum District of Kerala, Jothydev Kesavadev grew up in a culturally rich background, his father being a renowned novelist and rebellion of his times. His father Late. P.Kesavadev, was a trail blazing writer and social reformer and is often referred as the enfant terrible of modern Malayalam Literature, for his uncompromising advocacy of the oppressed and downtrodden. Jothydev's mother, Seethalekshmy Dev is also a famous novelist. Their home was always bustling with progressive writers, artists and social activists. It was in this culturally rich milieu, young Dev grew up. Even from his very younger age, his mother took care to instill in him the basic lessons of a disciplined life.
Jothydev did his schooling at Holy Angels Convent, Trivandrum and later at Mannom Memorial School, Trivandrum. Unfortunately, his father P. Kesavadev suffered from the complications of diabetes and Jothydev as a seventh standard boy was put through a gamut of experiences at the hospital which later on urged him to take up medical profession and specialize in diabetes. His father used to get admitted for several months together at Medical College Trivandrum, frequently for his ailments related to diabetes and little Jothydev used to perform insulin injections for his ailing father right from his school days.
He joined Mar IvaniosCollege, Trivandrum for his two year higher secondary education with meritorious scores. His father passed away in 1983 while Jothydev was a first year Pre degree student. Jothydev toiled through the hardships of life to emerge as a meritorious candidate and secured admission for his Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) course at Government Medical College, Trivandrum.
As a Medical Student
He completed his undergraduate (MBBS) in 1989 and post graduate (MD, Internal Medicine) in 1996 from Government Medical College, Trivandrum. Since his student days at the Medical College, he was an 'activist' doctor who organized several educational programs with an aim to bring the common people and the doctors closer. As a student and junior doctor, he founded and headed 'Medical Brothers Society', an organization which spearheaded social, cultural and scientific activities at Medical College, Trivandrum.
The original idea of 'Fresh Net Gems' a weekly update (both online and offline) of the latest developments in medical science was conceptualized by him which captured the imagination of the doctors and hospital staff. Jothydev also funded and developed the first website for Government Medical College, Trivandrum.
A staunch anti-smoking campaigner, he was part of a campaign by medical students which could impose a ban on smoking inside the Medical College campus. He was also actively involved in spreading the World Health Organization messages and organizing events like WHO World Elderly Day, The World Asthma Day and World Diabetes Day in Trivandrum. These initiatives became a huge success and saw massive turnout where concepts like "Intensive Diabetes Management", "Inhalers are the best for Asthma", "Move for Health", 'Active Ageing" etc. were quickly accepted by the community. Apart from Diabetes, other areas of Jothydev's interest included Geriatrics and Asthma. NEAT (Noble Effort for Asthma Treatment and Education) was a charitable society founded by Jothydev to combat against the prevalence of asthma.
Early Career
Jothydev joined as lecturer in Internal Medicine at Government Medical College (1994) while pursuing his first year post graduation (MD) course and later as Assistant Professor of Medicine (2001). His lectures and bedside teaching methods won much appreciation among the students.
It was in 1997, that he started private practice in a small consultation room at his house in Mudavanmugal.
TRAININGS ABROAD
Interest in Geriatrics
Jothydev had his training in Geriatrics under the guidance of Dr. Dharmarajan at Our Lady of Mercy Hospital, New York. His special interest in Geriatrics encouraged him to organize and participate in programs for the geriatric population. He is currently the Vice-President of Geriatric Society of India.
Endocrinology Fellowship, Mayo Clinic, USA
While working in Medical College, he was selected for establishing a diabetes centre in Trivandrum in association with the world famous Mayo Clinic, Minnesota, USA. He joined Mayo Clinic in 2002; while he kept in touch with his patients back in India, via DTMS®.
Jothydev returned to India (2003) after the Endocrinology Fellowship training programme. However, the international partnership venture to set up the proposed institute with him as the Director did not materialize and he resumed private practice at his residence. Years later, a handful of his friends, well-wishers and patients urged him to set up a centre, dedicated for the treatment of diabetes.
Academic and Philanthropic Endeavors
Teacher for Doctors
He started his career as a teacher in Medical College, Trivandrum. Even after leaving his alma mater, he continues to teach medical students and practicing doctors in local, national and international gatherings.
He is a much sought after speaker on topics related to cost effective therapies in diabetes, integration of technology in diabetes, telemedicine, newer and emerging therapies, artificial pancreas, glucose sensors and insulin pumps.
National and International Presence
As an acclaimed speaker and researcher both nationally and internationally, Jothydev has delivered lectures at more than 200 diabetes conventions within India and in over 20 countries across the globe.
He has been a regular speaker at several national conferences like RSSDI, DiabetesIndia, APICON,CID etc. His pioneering original research and publications in peer reviewed journals on insulin pump therapy, cost effective use of telemedicine in diabetes, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, Incretin based therapies etc. are well accepted among the medical fraternity.
He was fortunate to be the only speaker from the state of Kerala to lecture at renown conferences like, International Diabetes Federation (IDF) (2009-invited speaker, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017 - invited speaker), Advanced Technologies and Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) (2017, 2018 - invited speaker) and American Diabetes Association (ADA) (2009, 2011). He has more than 20 original research abstracts at the ADA.
Having organized several local and national conferences for propagating the recent advances in the field of diabetes, he is considered one of the few Diabetologists who translates research into clinical practice and conducts several landmark multicentric multinational clinical trials. His pioneering original research and publications in peer reviewed journals on insulin pump therapy, cost effective use of telemedicine in diabetes, continuous glucose monitoring, Incretin based therapies etc. are well accepted by the medical fraternity and serves as benchmark for further research in diabetes.
Health Education by Media
Magazines, Newspapers, TV and Radio Broadcasts
Jothydev is an avid communicator. His publications have not been confined to the realm of peer reviewed, health journals and scientific outlets. He is a regular contributor to news dailies, weeklies, women's and health magazines. He is a familiar face on broadcast television and has been part of several shows focusing on health. With more than 1000 television programs to his credit, Dr.Jothydev was a continuous presence in ACV channel for more than 4 years. Through Kairali TV's show 'Veettamma' his 'diabetes chats' helped to create widespread awareness about lifestyle disorders among the public. He still continues his relentless efforts to spread diabetes awareness through various programmes in Asianet, Surya TV, Kairali People TV, Jai Hind TV etc. He is also a much sought after voice in All India Radio and FM Radios for his regular commentaries on health issues. With his excellent communication skills, he finds time to handle health and drug columns of newspapers, and regularly writes in periodicals and prominent health magazines including Manorama Arogyam, Arogyamasika, Vanitha, Doc & Doc etc. to name a few.
He constantly forefronts in educating the public on the importance of diabetes prevention, comprehensive treatment of diabetes, its complications, newer technologies in treatment of diabetes etc. He also does group education programs on a regular basis to empower, educate and motivate patients to manage diabetes and prevent complications.
YouTube Education Channels
Two YouTube channels have been established exclusively for creating awareness about diabetes among the general public.
Social Commitment
Apart from the media campaigns, he regularly does outreach programmes educating the public on the complications of diabetes, the importance of prevention, comprehensive treatment methods, integration of newer technologies in treatment of diabetes etc. A Diabetologist with ardent social commitment, his presence has been well appreciated in public programs like the dengue awareness campaign, programs for the elderly etc. With an aim to prevent lifestyle diseases in future, he frequently conducts awareness programs in schools and colleges.
His 'Letter to the Editor' which appeared in Malayala Manorama on the social cause of unavailability of sugar free beverages in trains caught public attention. He is also the Founder of the Forum for Type 1 diabetes in Kerala (FT1K), a forum for subjects with type 1 diabetes to share their concerns and opinion on various aspects of the managing their disease.
Jothydev's Diabetes Research Center(JDC)
Jothydev's Diabetes Research Centre (JDC) started working on 7 April 2006. The Centre is a comprehensive ISO certified diabetes care centre located at Mudavanmugal, Poojapura, Trivandrum, Kerala, India. This is also the International Diabetes Federation recognised centre in Kerala for both excellence in diabetes care and education.
The centre offers state of the art treatment for diabetes and related illnesses. With the constant support of its well-wishers and patients, the foundation stone for the second phase of the centre was laid by Padmasree Mohanlal on 10th May 2008.In an effort to reach out to more patients, a subsidiary of JDC, Jothydev's Diabetes Centre & Hospitals at , Kochi was initiated in 2011 and at Attingal in 2018.
Jothydev was the pioneer in introducing the telemedicine concept of patient follow-up via Diabetes Tele Management System (DTMS®) in 1998, which has now become a robust and unique cost-effective model, that helps patents achieve the targets in diabetes management. DTMS® precludes the necessity for physical visits to the hospital, but the virtual visits via telephone or internet or email helps the patients modify their medication dosages, diet and exercise as per the advices of the diabetes team. Well trained multi-disciplinary professional team at JDC, currently follows up more than ten thousand patients via DTMS® with regular titration of medications, diet and lifestyle.This cost effective model has been proven to reduce A1c to below 7% without the risks of hypoglycaemia. The evidence and science of this innovation were presented in global scientific conventions and also published in medical journals.
KESAVADEV TRUST
He is also the Chairman and Managing Trustee of Kesavadev Trust. The Trust formed in memory of his father P.Kesavadev, carries out philanthropic activities for social cause. Trust performs several humanitarian services such as providing free books and study materials to children, free treatment including medications to children with Type 1 diabetes and the economically challenged.The trust also provides free treatment including lab tests and medications to hundreds of deserving patients.
The trust constitutes two awards every year. Kesavadev Awards - 1) Literary Award to commemorate late P.Kesavadev's works is offered to renowned writers in Malayalam literature while 2). Diabscreen Kerala Award is offered to enterprising and currently active health educators with a long track record for their incredible contributions to the field of health and to the society at large.
The Trust also takes up charity projects to create awareness about diabetes through world diabetes day programs, and public campaigns. P.Kesavadev Trust and Jothydev's Diabetes Research Centre have been organizing World Diabetes Day (WDD) events since 2000. The events used to take place in important venues in Kerala and at times at faraway locations.Walks, Television programs, Radio talks, Quiz programs, Huge processions, Exhibitions, Free camps and interactive awareness lectures, etc. are part of the events.The World Diabetes Month events organised by the team have gained huge acceptance throughout the years. The Diabetes Kerala 2012 and 2013 massive awareness campaigns on diabetes first time ever in the history of Kerala was organized with support from International Diabetes Federation (IDF).The innovative diabetes month campaigns in 2014 aimed at spreading the message of healthy breakfast attracted diabetes patients and generate public across the globe.
Diabscreen Kerala
Jothydev is the Chairman of Diabscreen Kerala, a massive diabetes awareness project of Kesavadev Trust, formed in memory of his father, Late. P.Kesavadev. Diabscreen Kerala since 2002, conducts free diabetes awareness, detection and treatment camps across the rural and urban populace of Kerala and has completed more than 581 camps at various geographical locations of Kerala in collaboration with regional organizations. Dr.Jothydev has personally been present in each of these camps where diabetes awareness lectures along with dietitians and diabetes educators are delivered, consultation and advises also given free of cost.These are pure educational activities where experts answer to all the concerns and questions of the common man.The hallmark of these camps is that the motivated patients attending these camps are sent back to their treating clinics.
Jothydev's Professional Education Forum (JPEF)
Jothydev's Professional Education Forum (JPEF) supported by Kesavadev Trust was formed in response to the innumerable requests from doctors of various specialties and other professional staff involved in day to day diabetes care for creating platform for education on devices, updates on newer drugs, therapies and the guidelines to be adhered to in diabetes treatment, thus providing opportunities for the multi-disciplinary team members to interact and apply the techniques and skills in day to day practice.
JDC Diabetes Gems
The free monthly internet based newsletter 'JDC Diabetes Gems' started by Jothydev in 2008 is widely accepted by the doctors and public for its authentic and recent updates in the field of diabetes.
Portal for Diabetes Learning
Diabetes Learning a comprehensive diabetes awareness portal for the public and patients with toll free number (supported by Kesavadev Trust) was launched by Dr.Shaukot Sadikot (International Diabetes Federation (IDF) President elect) during the World Diabetes Day celebrations, 2013.
Jothydev's Diabetes Research Centre also runs RSSDI accredited diabetes certificate courses for doctors and fellowship programs for diabetes.
Pioneering achievements in Diabetes Research
1. He is the pioneer in modern insulin pump therapy in India. He is internationally known as one of the largest users of insulin pump and real-time glucose sensing devices in Asia.
2. The largest real-life data on insulin pump usage in Type 2 diabetes was presented from his center at American Diabetes Association convention 2008 in San Francisco.
3. He introduced telemedicine in diabetes follow-up in 1998. He had put the concept of "diabetes team" into practice with diabetes nurses, educators, pump instructors,dietitians, pharmacists etc., working in unison with patients. This teamwork is cost effective, less time-consuming and more effective in preventing complications of diabetes in the ageing population.DTMSTM (Diabetes Tele Management System)precludes the necessity for physical visits to the hospital,but the virtual visits via telephone or web pages or e mail helps the patients modify their medication dosages, diet and exercise as per the advices of the dabetes team.This cost effective model has been proven to reduce A1c to below 7% without the risks of Hypoglycemia since the patients are on round the call follow up.
4. He was the first to report the dramatic relief of painful neuropathic pain in Type 2 Diabetes with the use of pump therapy which was presented at American Diabetes Association convention 2007.
5. He published the first real-life study on insulin pumps in Type 2 diabetes which reported, in addition to blood glucose lowering effects, profound effects on relieving pain of neuropathy and also improving sexual function.
6. He was the lead author along with a group of research diabetes specialists, for the first time published guidelines for Insulin Pump therapy for India. These guidelines now serve as a benchmark for further studies in this area.
Jothydev studied at the Trivandrum Medical College and the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, United States. He has more than ten thousand diabetes patients on telemedicine follow-up, perhaps the largest in the world, helping them attain targets of therapy in terms of blood sugar level, blood pressure and cholesterol level precluding frequent physical visits to the hospital.
He was recognised by Humanity in Unity USA as "Young achiever for 2007". He was awarded the "Rajiv Gandhi Shiromani Award" in August 2008 for his outstanding individual achievements and distinguished services to the nation. He received the "International Kohinoor Award" in January 2011 from Korn Dabbaransi (Former Deputy Prime Minister, Thailand) at Indo- Thai friendship and Economic Meet at Bangkok, for promoting Global Integration in Diabetes treatment and Research.
Pharma Leaders in the year 2013 recognised the contribution of Jothydev in medicine & conferred "Medical Expert of the Decade" in its annual meet at Pharma leaders 2013.
Dr. Jothydev Kesavadev has several scientific publications to his credit and also runs a clinical and research center for diabetes in Trivandrum.
References
External links
- Web site of Dr.Jothydev
- Web site of Jothydev's Professional Education Forum (JPEF)
- Website of Kesavadev Trust
- Website for diabetes certificate courses for doctors and fellowship programs for diabetes.
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