
Padma Shri Prof C Venkata S Ram
Director, Hypertension, Apollo Hospitals
Biography
Dr. C. Venkata S. Ram is a globally renowned hypertension specialist and physician with over four decades of experience in cardiovascular medicine and blood pressure management. He currently serves as Director of the Apollo Institute for Blood Pressure Management at Apollo Hospitals and is widely recognized as a pioneer in hypertension care and prevention of heart disease. A recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India, Dr. Ram has held several international academic and leadership positions, including associations with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and the World Hypertension League. He has authored numerous scientific publications and books on hypertension and cardiovascular health and is internationally respected for his contributions to preventive cardiology and medical education.