Sherly Vasu, Kerala’s First Lady Forensic Surgeon Who Conducted Around 20K Post Mortems, Dies
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Dr Sherly Vasu, Kerala’s pioneering first female forensic surgeon, died at the age of 68 on Wednesday, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in forensic medicine. She was found in a critical condition at her residence in Kozhikode and was rushed to a hospital, but her life could not be saved, reported Manorama News. Preliminary reports suggest that a heart attack was the cause of her death.
Dr Vasu carved a distinguished career, becoming a trailblazer as the state’s first woman forensic surgeon. During her tenure in government service, which concluded with her retirement in 2016, she played a pivotal role in solving numerous high-profile cases that captured public attention. Her meticulous approach and expertise earned her widespread respect in the field.
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After retiring, Dr Vasu continued her service as the head of the forensic department at a private medical college in Mukkam, Kozhikode, where she remained an influential figure until her passing.
Renowned for conducting approximately 20,000 post-mortems, Dr Vasu’s contributions extended beyond the autopsy table. Her book, Post-Mortem Table, offered an insightful glimpse into her experiences and became widely acclaimed for its candid exploration of forensic science.
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Sherly Vasu completed her MBBS from the Kottayam Medical College in 1979 and went on to pursue her post-graduate studies at Kozhikode MC. Vasu started her career in forensic medicine in 1981, and she received a fellowship by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for advanced training.
