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Dr. Padmini Prasad

Dr. Padmini Prasad, a renowned obstetrician, gynecologist, and Karnataka’s first female sexologist, has dedicated over four decades to transforming lives. Her unwavering commitment to equitable healthcare ensures no one is denied treatment due to their background.

A prolific author, she breaks health taboos with her candid approach, fostering open discussions. Through her Bharavase Charitable Foundation, she extends her compassionate mission to marginalized communities, reaching them via a Rural Health Mission and Urban Downtrodden Health Initiative. 

Reach The Unreached, Speak The Unspoken

Dr.Padmini prasad

Gynecologist · Obstetrician · Sexologist. MBBS | MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology | DABS | FCSEPI Mumbai.

Dr. Prasad’s philosophy, “Health is everyone’s right,” drives her advocacy for equitable healthcare. Ensuring no one is denied diagnosis or treatment due to their background, reaching out to the socially and economically marginalized. 

Spreading hope, awareness, and empowerment to communities far and wide dismantling any health misconceptions with candid, pragmatic communication, fostering open discussions on sensitive topics through her writings and outreach initiatives.

Her insightful books in Kannada and English promote age-appropriate, value-based health education. Bharavase Charitable Foundation embodies her vision of extending healthcare to the disadvantaged through its Rural Health Mission and Urban Downtrodden Health Initiative. Guided by the motto “Reach the unreached, speak the unspoken,” the foundation strives to fulfill this mission, ensuring a healthier society for all.

Credentials of Dr. Padmini Prasad

  • First qualified woman sexologist from Karnataka
  • Member, World Association for Sexual Health
  • Treasurer – South Asian Society for Sexual Health (SASSM)
  • Member – International Consultation on Sexual Medicine (ICSM - ISSM) - 2024
  • Member – ISSM Ethics Committee, International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) 2023 - 24
  • Secretary, Council of Sex Education and Parenthood International (CSEPI) 2020 – 23
  • Medical Director, Ramamani Nursing and Maternity Home, Institute of Sexual Medicine, Bengaluru
  • Founder President – “Bharavase Charitable Foundation” ® ‘Reach the Unreached – Speak the Unspoken
  • Vice President, Council of Sex Education and Parenthood International (CSEPI) 2023- 25
  • Past President Bangalore Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (BSOG) 2021 – 22- Theme “Woman’s Wellness & Illness Speak the unspoken” – Received Best Society Award 2022 from KSOGA.
  • Chairperson Sexual Medicine & STD Committee KSOGA 2021 – 22, 2023 - 25 – Received Best Committee Award 2021-22
  • Committee Member – Sexuality Education, International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) 2021 – 22
  • Co-opted Member National Family Planning Association of India, 2021-23
  • Chairperson, Family Planning Association of India, Bengaluru Branch 2023-26 Gold Medalist – M.D. (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
  • Recipient of numerous awards and felicitations (Rajyotsava, Kempegowda, Rani Chennamma etc. from Govt.of Karnataka)
  • Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike – Excellence Health Care Award - 2021
  • Golden lamp Award, Silver Lamp Award from CSEPI.
  • Economic Times – Inspiring Gynaecologist of India, Times of India- Emerging IconHealthcare, Indian Express
  • Author of 11 books on sexual and reproductive health – in Kannada & English
  • Regularly featured on Television & Radio on sexual & reproductive health awareness programmes
  • Faculty and sought after orator in many National & International conferences of OBG and Sexual Medicine
Dr. Padmini Prasad, along with the foundation, orchestrates Mega Health Camps, delivering essential healthcare to diverse communities. These events offer counseling, disease detection, and follow-up care, also raising awareness on breast and uterine cancers through free HPV testing.
Her team employs various methods, including house-to-house visits and public announcements, to motivate rural women to participate in the impactful Mega Health Camps, addressing unspoken women’s health issues successfully. 

The foundation’s impact transcends borders, benefiting garment workers, construction laborers, and those in the visually impaired and water supply sectors. It educates school children on growth, health, gender equality, and life skills beyond medical facilities. They address societal concerns like female foeticide, gender bias, and sexual abuse through workshops, conferences, and public initiatives synchronizing with national campaigns, earning recognition, including from the Prime Minister. 

As an esteemed member of professional organizations, she embodies corporate social responsibility. Her selflessness during the Covid-19 pandemic and empathetic counseling demonstrate her commitment to community service and family well-being. 

Appearance in Media, TV Shows and News Channel

Dr. Padmini Prasad leverages social media to share her vast medical knowledge, particularly in obstetrics, gynecology, and sexual health. As Karnataka’s first qualified female sexologist, she uses these platforms to educate and empower individuals on critical health issues, breaking stigmas and spreading awareness.

Dr. Padmini Prasad addressed hidden health issues in Karnataka for 22 years through her column “Udayavani Soukhya Sandhana” in Udayavani newspaper. She dispelled superstitions and raised awareness via media and books.

Her compassionate approach and commitment to accessible healthcare resonate widely, making her a trusted and influential voice in both regional and international communities.

Reaching the Unreached, Speaking the Unspoken: Bharavase Foundation, Healing Humanity. 

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