K. T. Dholakia | |
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Born | (1920-08-12)August 12, 1920 |
Died | June 17, 2004(2004-06-17) (aged 83) |
Occupation | Orthopedic surgeon |
Known for | Knee replacement surgery |
Spouse | Saroj |
Awards | Padma Shri |
Kandarp Tuljashanker Dholakia (1920-2004) was an Indian orthopedic surgeon and one of the pioneers of joint replacement surgery in India. [1] Born in Rajkot in the state of Gujarat on 12 August 1920, Dholakia was the president of Indian Orthopaedic Association and the Association of Surgeons of India. [1] The Government of India awarded him the fourth highest Indian civilian award of Padma Shri in 1973. [2] He died on 17 June 2004, at the age of 83.
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