July 17, 2026
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH) is proud to announce that Dr. Mathew
Cherian, MD, PDCC, Chief of Radiology Services and Consultant Interventional
Radiologist, has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal at the Asia Pacific Society
of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology (APSCVIR) conference held in
Suzhou, China.
The Gold Medal is the highest international honor bestowed upon an Interventional
Radiologist in the Asia-Pacific region, recognizing individuals who have
demonstrated exceptional leadership, scientific contribution, and a lifelong
commitment to the advancement of the specialty.
The leadership at KMCH expressed their profound appreciation for Dr. Cherian’s
achievement:
*Dr. Nalla G. Palaniswami, Chairman, KMCH:* “It is a moment of immense pride for all
of us at KMCH to see Dr. Mathew Cherian receive the highest honor in his field. His
dedication to clinical excellence and his tireless efforts in pushing the boundaries of
interventional radiology have touched countless lives. This Gold Medal is a well-
deserved global recognition of his expertise and the world-class standard of care we
strive to maintain at our institution.”
*Dr. Arun Palaniswami, Executive Director, KMCH* : “Dr. Cherian is a visionary whose
work has transformed patient outcomes at our hospital. His commitment to
innovation and his mentorship of the next generation of radiologists have been
exemplary.”
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Cherian has been a pioneer in bringing
advanced, minimally invasive techniques to the region. His work has been
instrumental in bridging the gap between complex diagnostics and therapeutic
interventions, ensuring patients receive care that meets the highest global standards.