Celebrated Kerala Doctor Discovered Deceased at Farmhouse with Suicide Note
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Synopsis
Dr. George P. Abraham, a renowned nephrologist, was tragically found dead at his farmhouse near Cochin International Airport. His passing, attributed to health struggles, prompted a police investigation. Abraham was celebrated for performing over 2,500 kidney transplants, making significant contributions to the field of medicine.
Key Takeaways
- Dr. George P. Abraham was a leading nephrologist in Kerala.
- He performed over 2,500 kidney transplants in his career.
- His passing has raised concerns about mental health in medicine.
- Police have launched an investigation into his death.
- His funeral will be held at St. George Jacobite Syrian Church.
Kochi, March 3 (NationPress) Well-known nephrologist and esteemed surgeon Dr. George P. Abraham was discovered deceased at his farmhouse located close to the Cochin International Airport.
The 77-year-old, recognized as one of India's foremost kidney transplant surgeons, was found hanging, and authorities recovered a suicide note.
In the note, he expressed that due to his deteriorating health, he felt unable to continue with his responsibilities.
Throughout his nearly fifty-year medical career, he successfully performed over 2,500 kidney transplants, setting a record in Kerala.
Just the previous Saturday, he had been active at a local private hospital, where he engaged with patients.
Recently, Abraham had undergone surgery on his spine. According to a resident near his farmhouse, he regularly visited his property every Sunday to relax.
“He was here on Sunday (March 2nd). His brother accompanied him,” recounted the local, who was shocked to learn of the doctor's tragic decision the following morning.
Dr. Abraham had welcomed his younger brother to the farmhouse on Sunday evening, only to later send him away. He was subsequently discovered hanging.
As a renowned specialist in renal transplants, Abraham made medical history when he became only the third surgeon to perform a laparoscopic kidney harvest from a donor.
His remarkable achievements also included pioneering cadaver transplants and several other advanced procedures not commonly performed in Kerala.
A highly regarded academic, Abraham was well-liked, frequently attending seminars and sharing his knowledge with younger professionals.
The local police have initiated an investigation into the unnatural death. His funeral is scheduled for the afternoon at St. George Jacobite Syrian Church, Cheruthottukunnel.
