Eminent nephrologist Dr Matiur Rahman passes away at 90
Eminent physician Dr Matiur Rahman, the founding figure of nephrology in Bangladesh, passed away at a private hospital in Dhaka late on 14 November. He was 90 years old.
Dr Rahman was the founding head of the Department of Nephrology at the then Institute of Postgraduate Medicine and Research (now Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University). He played a pivotal role in establishing the Bangladesh Kidney Foundation and contributed to setting up the country's first kidney transplant.
Born into a respected family in Nazirpur village in Natore, he completed his MBBS from Dhaka Medical College before pursuing specialisation in nephrology in the UK.
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Despite opportunities abroad, Dr Rahman returned to Dhaka with his family in 1974, driven by a desire to serve his newly independent country. Throughout his career, he was known for his integrity, ethical leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Colleagues recall his firm stance against political influence in medical appointments.
A former president of the Bangladesh Renal Association, Dr Rahman also served for many years as president of the Bangladesh chapter of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
He leaves behind two daughters and two sons, their spouses, four grandchildren, and numerous admirers and well-wishers. His legacy lives on in the countless patients, students, and colleagues whose lives he influenced.
Dr Rahman's namaz-e-janaza will be held on 18 November, Tuesday, after Zuhr prayers at Azad Mosque (Gulshan Central Mosque) on Gulshan Avenue, Dhaka. The bereaved family has requested prayers for the salvation of his departed soul.
