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The Memoirs of Forensic Medicine Legend- Dr Shirley Vasu

A Commemorative documentary by the Forensic Medicine team of Government Medical College, Kozhikode showcased at her memorial meet. This is a tribute and biography of **Dr. Shirley Vasu**, a pioneer in the field of Forensic Medicine in Kerala, India Dr. Shirley Vasu was an exceptional forensic pathologist who broke barriers in a male-dominated field, serving as an emblem of courage and responsibility during a time when female representation was minimal in the police and judiciary. Early Life and Education *Born on **May 31, 1956**, in Thodupuzha, Idukki District, to Vasu and Saraswathy, both court employees. She was a brilliant student, securing a district-level first rank in her SSLC from De Paul High School, Thodupuzha. She completed her MBBS from **Kottayam Government Medical College in 1979**. Professional Journey She began her service in 1982 at the Forensic Department of **Kozhikode Government Medical College**. Her career in the Medical Education Service spanned **34 years (until 2016)**. She served as the *Head of Forensic Medicine* at the Medical Colleges of Kozhikode and Thrissur for about 14 years. She concluded her service as the *Principal of Thrissur Medical College* before retiring in 2016. Post-retirement, she continued as the Forensic Head at KMCT Private Medical College, Mukkom. She was known for her "Perfect Autopsy" ('S Sampoorna Pretha Parishodhana'), focusing on meticulous evidence gathering to uphold truth and justice. She was also an inspiring teacher, mentoring many PG students to build their careers. Recognition and Legacy She authored the critically acclaimed book, **Postmortem Table** (published by DC Books). Her testimony was often decisive in courts, from Magistrate to High Court. She received a *WHO Fellowship in 1995* for training on atrocities against women and children in England. She was honored with the *Devi Award* and *Vanita Ratnam Award* by the Chief Minister of Kerala in 2016. She received special honors at the **Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Kerala Legislative Assembly in 2018**. Demise Dr. Shirley Vasu passed away on *September 4, 2025* (Uthradam day of Onam), at the age of 69, at Kozhikode Medical College. Her body was cremated at Smrithipatham, Mavoor Road. Her students remember her as a mentor who taught them to be the "guardians of truth, justice, ethics, and social service," trusting her guidance "more than a textbook."