Dr. Manoj Kumar M
| Dr. Manoj Kumar M | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1987 (age 38–39) Vellanad, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Indian |
| 🏫 Education | Government LPS Changa, Vellanad Government V&HSS, Vellanad |
| 🎓 Alma mater | Government Medical College, Ernakulam (MBBS) Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram (MS, MCh) |
| 💼 Occupation | Neurosurgeon, Writer, Science Communicator |
Manoj Kumar M (born 1987), known by his pen name Manoj Vellanad, is an Indian neurosurgeon, short story writer, and science communicator. He is known for his Malayalam‑language literary works and popular science writings. He currently practices as a full‑time neurosurgeon at Shree Uthradam Thirunal Hospital (SUT Hospital) in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.[1]
Early life and education
Manoj was born in Vellanad, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. He attended Government LPS Changa and Government V&HSS in Vellanad. He earned his MBBS from Government Medical College, Ernakulam. He worked for five years as a junior doctor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Ananthapuri Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram. He then pursued postgraduate studies in General surgery (MS) and MCh in Neurosurgery from Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.[1]
Medical career
He is a consultant neurosurgeon at Shree Uthradam Thirunal Hospital (SUT), Pattom. Alongside clinical duties, he participates in public health outreach through social and traditional media.[2][3][4][5]
Literary career
Writing as Manoj Vellanad, he is an established voice in modern Malayalam literature, focusing on psychological, social, and scientifically infused narratives.[6] Since 2012, he has maintained the blog Vellanadan Diary publishing stories and popular science articles.[7]
Books
- Venus Flytrap (2018) – Short story collection[8]
- Einsteinte Thalachor (2019) – Science essays published in Malayalam.[9]
- Udalvedam (2025) – Short story collection, published by DC Books.[10]
Awards and recognition
He has been honored with several literary awards:
- Golden Cat Literary Award[11]
- T. A. Razak Story Award[1]
- M. K. Vidyadharan Award (2025) for his short story collection Udalvedam.[12]
Personal life
Manoj is married to Dr. Sreelekshmi G. R, an assistant professor in the Department of Community Medicine at Government T D Medical College, Alappuzha. The couple has two children: Rithwik and Yuvan.
External links
- Author profile at InfoClinic
- Speaker profile at Kerala Literature Festival
- Author page at DC Books
- Blog post on ventilator support at SUT Hospital blog
- Interview with Manoj Vellanad – Malayala Manorama (in Malayalam)
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Dr. Manoj Kumar M". InfoClinic. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ "Understanding Ventilator Support Myths, Facts and Realities". SUT Pattom. 5 May 2025. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ "Understanding the Window Period". The Times of India. 2 June 2023. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
- ↑ "Major dip in blood donation sparks concern". The New Indian Express. 14 March 2020. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
- ↑ "മനുഷ്യന്റെ ഗര്ഭധാരണവും പ്രസവവും സ്വാഭാവികമായി റിസ്കുള്ളതാണ്; പ്രസവം വേദനാജനകമായതിന് കാരണം ഇതാണ്". REPORTER. 7 April 2025. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
- ↑ "വെസ്റ്റീജിയല് ഓര്ഗന്സ്". Asianet News. Retrieved 2025-07-04.
- ↑ "Manoj Vellanad – Kerala Literature Festival". KLF. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ "Manoj Vellanad – DC Books". DC Books. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ Einsteinte Thalachor. ASIN 8194329515. Search this book on
- ↑ "UDALVEDAM Book by Manoj Vellanad". DC Bookstore. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ "Golden Cat Award Winners Announced". Deccan Chronicle. 2021-11-21. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
- ↑ "M.K. Vidyadharan Award Goes to Manoj Vellanad". DC Ink. 20 May 2025. Retrieved 2025-07-01.
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