Dr Bhagwan Din Chaurasia: A Guiding Light and A Pillar of Anatomy Education in India

Abstract

Dr Bhagwan Din Chaurasia is a legend in Indian Anatomy education. Being his student in 1977–78, I saw him closely and was inspired immensely to write his biography to pay my homage and tribute to this great ‘guru’. Apart from my first-hand information and experience with Dr Chaurasia, I did extensive research on PubMed, Scopus and Google Scholar databases to extract his research publications. I also extracted his personal information from his old students at Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior (India), some of the main ones have been acknowledged in this paper. Despite a shortened life, Dr Chaurasia’s influence on the field remains immense. His book, Human Anatomy has been an essential guide for countless medical students around the world. He was not only a gifted teacher but also, a dedicated researcher, actively publishing in prestigious journals. Dr Chaurasia’s legacy is a testament to the power of clear explanations, innovative teaching methods, and unwavering passion for Anatomy. The name Dr B. D. Chaurasia is synonymous with excellence in Anatomy education. His work will continue to inspire generations of medical professionals to come.