Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal R, presented Gwinnett County gastroenterologist Indran Indrakrishnan, MD, with an official commendation Sept. 25, the Gwinnett Daily Post reports.
Here's what you should know:
1. Dr. Indrakrishnan was recognized for his work fighting colorectal cancer.
2. He is a former Georgia Gastroenterology and Endoscopic Society president and board member. He also serves on the Georgia Board for Physician Workforce as well as Georgia's Fight Colorectal Cancer chapter board.
3. Dr. Indrakrishnan is a clinical professor at Atlanta-based Emory University School of Medicine and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
4. The commendation said, "Dr. Indrakrishnan's exceptional work has improved the lives of many Georgians affected by colorectal cancer and other gastroenterological diseases. Through his service, he has earned the respect of friends, family, colleagues and his fellow citizens."