A life between science & stories

Curiosity in medicine.
Humanity in stories.

Dr. Udaykumar Devaskar is a neonatologist, academic physician, author and filmmaker whose work explores the science of care and the complexity of being human.

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Books · Medicine · Film
Stories about something — and sometimes, everything
The bookshelf

Stories worth
spending time with.

From human relationships to the humour tucked inside everyday life, explore the books and stories behind them.

Portrait of Dr. Udaykumar Devaskar
Beyond the page

Where clinical curiosity meets the human story.

For decades, Dr. Devaskar's work in neonatology has centred on newborn care and the science that can improve their lives. His writing and films explore the choices, relationships, humour and resilience that make us human.

His professional journey spans academic medicine, research, teaching and international collaboration, alongside a creative life in books and film.

100+Peer-reviewed papers co-authored
2016Lifetime Achievement Award
3Featured book titles
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A new story is on the horizon

One Last Thing?

A forthcoming title exploring love, grief and tradition at the end of life.

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