Dr Sivaranjani Santosh is a prominent paediatrician, public health advocate, first-aid trainer, author, and social media influencer based in Hyderabad. She has around 18+ years of clinical experience as a practising paediatrician.
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Dr Sivaranjani Santosh completed her MBBS and MD in Pediatrics from the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry.
She practices at Magna Centres for Obesity, Diabetes, and Endocrinology in Film Nagar, Hyderabad, focusing on preventive healthcare, newborn care, breastfeeding support, and the management of developmental issues in children.
Dr Sivaranjani Santosh is married to Dr R. Santosh (an endocrinologist), and they have a daughter.
She has conducted free first-aid and CPR training sessions for over 14 years, targeting parents, teachers, and communities.
She is famously known as India’s “ORS Lady” for her nearly decade-long fight against sugary drinks and electrolyte beverages (like ORSL and its rebranded versions) being misleadingly marketed or confused with genuine WHO-recommended ORS.
Her efforts led to the FSSAI issuing orders in 2025 prohibiting the use of “ORS” on non-WHO-compliant products.
Dr Santosh authored the book “Baby and Child Care” and has written articles and appeared on TV discussing parenting and child health topics.
She resigned from the Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) in April 2026 after her concerns about industry influence and product promotions were allegedly ignored.
The IAP accepted her resignation, and she stated that she would continue to advocate independently for child safety and against the influence of the pharma industry.
She has spoken at events such as the Times Now Health Summit about the challenges and sacrifices of being a doctor in India.
