Dr BabuRajendra B Naik
Dr. Baburajendra B. Naik is an Indian diabetologist, medical researcher, and healthcare administrator. He is the CMD and Chief Diabetologist of Shri Tulasigirish Diabetes Hospital and Diabetes Research Foundation based in Bagalkot, Karnataka. He is recognized for his contributions to preventive diabetology, clinical research, and diabetes education across India.
Early Life
Dr. Naik was born on 21 July 1977 in Karnataka, India. He completed his schooling in Bagalkot and developed an early interest in medical science, particularly chronic disease management and public health.
Education
- MBBS – J.N. Medical College, Belgaum (RGUHS)
- Diploma in Diabetology – Annamalai University
- Masters in Diabetology (MHSc) – Annamalai University
- MD (Biochemistry) – S.N. Medical College, Bagalkot
- PhD (Medicine) – BLDEA University, Vijayapur
- FIAMS (Diabetology) – Indian Medical Association
- PGC Diabetology – RCGP, London
Medical Career
Dr. Naik began his medical career with internships at District Hospital Belgaum and CSI Mission Hospital Hassan. He later trained at M.V. Hospital for Diabetes and Diabetes Research Centre, Chennai, a WHO Collaborating Centre, under Prof. A. Ramachandran.
He served internationally as Registrar in Diabetology at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital, Republic of Maldives. Since 2006, he has been associated with Shri Tulasigirish Diabetes Hospital, serving as Chief Diabetologist and CMD from 2009 onwards.
The hospital is one of the largest dedicated diabetes hospitals in India, with 50 inpatient beds and advanced intensive diabetes care units.
Clinical Expertise
- Comprehensive diabetes management
- Diabetic foot care and podiatric surgery
- Obesity and metabolic disorder management
- Preventive diabetology
- Cardiac risk assessment in diabetes
- Intensive diabetes care (IDCU)
Research & Clinical Trials
Dr. Naik has participated in multiple national and international clinical trials including:
- IDEA-2
- IMPROVE Studies
- TIDE Trial
- IPOD Study
- Wosulin Immuno-safety Study
- Voglibose efficacy trials
He has led epidemiological studies on Type 2 diabetes in children and collaborated with ICMR and WHO-affiliated institutions.
Publications
- The Rising Double Trouble: TB and Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Lesions and Evidence-Based Protocols – RJMS
- Elevated Serum Transaminases in Type 2 Diabetes – EJPMR
- Multiple case studies in diabetology
He has authored diabetes education books in English, Kannada, and Hindi.
Social & Community Work
Dr. Naik has organized over 100 diabetes screening and awareness camps across Karnataka and Maharashtra. He has adopted and supported children with Type 1 diabetes and promotes preventive healthcare education.
Awards & Honors
- National Best Diabetologist Award – Medgate Today (2013)
- Rajyotsava Award – Karnataka State (2014)
- India 5000 Best MSME Award (2017)
- Senate Member – Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
- National Vice President – National Seva Doctors Association
Professional Memberships
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI)
- Diabetic Foot Society of India
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
- Diabetes UK
Personal Life
Dr. Naik is married to Dr. Sheetal B. Naik, a medical professional specializing in cardiology. He resides in Bagalkot, Karnataka.
Contact Information
- Mobile: +91 94481 02221
- Email: sweetcare77@gmail.com
- Website: https://www.diabeteshospital.in