BD Chaurasia Human Anatomy

 DR. B D CHAURASIA

(Gwalior)

Born on October 1^st 1937, Dr Chaurasia did his M.B.B.S. and M.S. from M.G.M. Medical College, Indore in 1960 and 1965 respectively and obtain Ph. D. in 1975 from Jiwaji University, Gwalior.

Dr. Chaurasia had contributed substantially in the fields of Clinical teratology and Behavioural Sciences, in addition to his popular books on Anatomy. His field of interest was not limited to Anatomy alone, he also worked extensively in the field of Human Genetics, Anthropology and Cytology. He was elected Fellow of the National Academy of Medical Sciences in the recognition of significant contribution for the advancement of Medical Sciences. 

Dr Chaurasia was one of the most promising Anatomist of India. He was a rare combination of an excellent teacher and a distinguished research worker. His books are unique in presenting systemic and comprehensive texts of applied Anatomy in a simple language, amply illustrating with easily reproducible line diagrams.

Dr. Chaurasia’s last assignment was a Reader in Anatomy at the G. R. Medical College, Gwalior. His untimely death has cut short a promising scientific career. He is being given the award posthumously.