Radhe Shyam Pareek (born 25 March 1933) is an Indian homeopathic physician known for his contributions to clinical homeopathy, research, and community health. He was conferred the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in 2024 for his services in the field of medicine.[1]

Radhe Shyam Pareek
Born (1933-03-25) March 25, 1933 (age 93)
OccupationHomeopathic physician
Known forIntegrating scientific practices in homeopathy
AwardsPadma Shri (2024)

Career

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Pareek graduated from the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital in 1956. He is a senior member of the International Homeopathic Medical League (LMHI).[2]

Pareek is noted for introducing modern diagnostic methods and advocating scientific rigor in homeopathic practice. His efforts helped integrate homeopathy with mainstream healthcare approaches.[3]

Research and publications

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Since 1960, he has presented original research at international conferences in over 20 countries.[citation needed] His books on complementary cancer care and emergency homeopathy have been translated into German, Russian, and Italian and are used by practitioners across Europe.[4]

Social work

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He established the Sevakunj Mission Hospital at Poiya Ghat, Agra, which provides free healthcare and awareness programs in 40 adopted villages. He also runs charitable dispensaries in Goverdhan, Radha Kund, and Agra offering free treatment, especially to ascetics of the Braj region.[5]

He also founded the Pareek Foundation, which supports 100 widows in Radha Kund and has adopted Lopamudra Vidya Mandir, a school for children of leprosy patients. The foundation has upgraded its infrastructure and supports its students and faculty.[6]

Awards

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In addition to the Padma Shri, Pareek has received:

  • Honorary D.Sc (Honoris Causa) from Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra (2012)[citation needed]
  • Hahnemann Preis by Hahnemann Klinik, Germany[citation needed]
  • Brij Ratna, Citizen of the Year, Uttar Pradesh Ratna and other recognitions from regional organizations and media houses including Amar Ujala and Dainik Jagran.[7]

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