Shan Ratnam date of birth:
July 4, 1928
How old was Shan Ratnam when died?
73
Where was Shan Ratnam born?
Sri Lanka
When did Shan Ratnam die?
August 6, 2001
Where did Shan Ratnam die?
Singapore
Shan Ratnam body shape:
Average
What color are Shan Ratnam's eyes?
Black
What color is Shan Ratnam's hair?
Salt and Pepper
Is Shan Ratnam gay or straight?
Straight
What is Shan Ratnam's ethnicity?
Multiracial
What is Shan Ratnam nationality?
Singaporean
What is Shan Ratnam's occupation?
Doctor
Short Biography
Emeritus Professor Sittampalam Shanmugaratnam (4 July 1928–6 August 2001) was the professor and head of the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the National University Hospital of Singapore specializing in human reproduction research. His work on contraception contributed to Singapore's success in population control. The National University Hospital research laboratory for prostaglandin research was initiated and propelled by his vision and energy. He was also the founder of the IVF programme for childless couples. Shanmugaratnam shortened his own name to Shan Ratnam, and he is credited as S. Shan Ratnam in all official media.