Ex-CMC principal, litterateur Dr Shubhagat Chowdhury passes away
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Dr Shubhagat Chowdhury, a distinguished physician and prolific writer, passed away on Wednesday morning. He was 76.
Dr Chowdhury was a revered figure in both the medical and literary communities, having authored over 50 books during his lifetime.
He also served as an adviser to the Association of Nutritionists and Dieticians for Social Services (ANDSS).
Born in Sylhet in 1947, Dr Chowdhury pursued his education both locally and internationally. He served as the principal of Chittagong Medical College and was the dean of the medical faculty at Chittagong University.
He studied medicine at St Thomas's Hospital in London and travelled extensively for research, training, and presentations to countries including England, Germany, Singapore, Thailand, India, Pakistan, Malaysia, and West Africa.
His areas of expertise included biochemistry, nutrition, and medical education.
An elected member of the New York Academy of Sciences, Dr Chowdhury published over 50 research articles in prominent national and international medical journals.
In recognition of his contributions to the field of medicine, Dr Chowdhury received the Sher-e-Bangla National Award.
He was also honoured with the Bangla Academy Literary Award for his literary accomplishments.