Dr. Kadirawel Iswara
Born in Kalmunai, Sri Lanka, Dr. Iswara began his academic career at Hartley
College in Point Pedro, Jaffna. He later completed his medical degree with honors
from the University of Ceylon in 1968. His passion for gastroenterology led him to
Maimonides Medical Center, where he completed his residency and where he has
worked for more than 40 years. In addition to his medical contributions, he served
as a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army reserves. In 1991 he served during Operation Desert Storm, receiving the National Defense Medical and Army Commendation Medals. His commitment to service to NYPD members was recognized in 2015, when he was honored with the title of Honorary Police Surgeon.
