Prof. Murugan Sankaranantham is a distinguished clinician–academician in the field of Sexual Medicine, Venereology, and HIV Medicine, with decades of dedicated service in patient care, teaching, research, and academic leadership. He is presently serving as Consultant in Sexual Medicine and HIV Medicine at SHIFA Hospitals, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India. His work has had a sustained impact on the understanding, management, and education of sexually transmitted diseases, sexual health, and HIV medicine in India.

He secured University First Rank in PG Diploma in Venereology, reflecting his strong academic foundation and early excellence in the specialty.

Research Contributions, Books & Publications

Prof. Sankaranantham has made significant and sustained contributions to scientific literature, with more than 80 research papers published in reputed Indian and international (Western) journals, as well as widely accessed online academic platforms. His research has contributed meaningfully to clinical practice, public health strategies, and academic discourse in STDs, HIV/AIDS, and sexual medicine.

In addition to journal publications, he is also a recognized author and contributor to standard medical textbooks, reflecting his authority in the field:

• Author of the book “The Management of Common Sex Problems and the Genital Manifestations”, published by VIVA Books, New Delhi.

  • The book is widely used by clinicians and postgraduate students.

  • The 2nd edition is currently in printing and expected to be released by January 2026, highlighting the continued relevance and demand for his work.

• Contributor of a textbook chapter in “Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS”, edited by Dr. Vinod K. Sharma, an official textbook of the Indian Association for the Study of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS (IASSTD & AIDS), published by VIVA Books, New Delhi.

  • First Edition: 2003

  • Second Edition: 2009

  • 2nd Edition Details: Chapter 33, Pages 557–574

• Contributor of two chapters in the book “Men’s Health”, Springer Publications, 2nd Edition, edited by Dr. S. S. Vasan et al., further demonstrating his interdisciplinary expertise in male sexual and reproductive health.

He has also served as a reviewer for several Indian and international peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the maintenance of academic quality and ethical research standards. In addition, he has contributed numerous clinical photographs and illustrative material for textbooks and atlases authored by other experts, supporting medical education and visual learning.

Academic Leadership & Conference Contributions

A highly respected academic leader, Prof. Sankaranantham has:

• Chaired over 200 scientific sessions

• Presented more than 400 research papers at national and international conferences

His active participation spans prestigious professional bodies and conferences, including:

• Indian Association for the Study of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

• AIDS Society of India

• HIV Congress

• IUVDT Conferences

• International Conference on Sexology

• IADVL conferences such as CUTICON, MIDDERMACON, and DERMACON

• Council for Sex Education and Parenthood International

These contributions reflect his role in knowledge dissemination, mentorship, and policy-relevant discussions in sexual and reproductive health.

Honours, Awards & Orations

Prof. Murugan Sankaranantham has received numerous prestigious recognitions, including:

• Silver Jubilee Oration Award, Institute of Venereology (2005, Kolkata)

• Dr. R.V. Rajam Endowment Lecture

• T.V. Venkatesan Oration Award (2008, Madurai)

• Dr. Thambiah Oration Award

• Merit Certificate of Appreciation (CME GCP) awarded by State IMA (1992)

• Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Conference on Sexual Health and Fertility Treatments (SHAFT), August 2023

These honors recognize his academic excellence, clinical impact, teaching contributions, and lifelong commitment to sexual medicine and venereology.

Professional Impact & Legacy

Through sustained research output, authorship of authoritative textbooks, extensive conference leadership, and decades of clinical expertise, Prof. Sankaranantham has played a pivotal role in advancing sexual medicine and HIV care in India. He is widely respected for his ethical clinical practice, mentorship of young clinicians, scholarly rigor, and contributions to public health awareness.

Eligibility for Distinguished Researcher Award

Considering his 80+ peer-reviewed publications, authorship of a major clinical textbook, multiple textbook chapters in nationally and internationally recognized publications, journal reviewing responsibilities, extensive academic leadership, and numerous prestigious orations and lifetime achievement awards, Prof. Murugan Sankaranantham eminently fulfills and exceeds the criteria for the Distinguished Researcher Award under Scientific Laurels. His career reflects sustained scholarly impact, originality, academic leadership, and long-term contribution to medical science and sexual health research.