Dr. Lingegowda K B is a distinguished medical professional and academic leader, currently serving as Vice Chancellor of Sri Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SSAHE), Tumakuru. With over 33 years of expertise in Oncology, Anaesthesiology, and Palliative Care, he also serves as President of the National Association of Palliative Care for AYUSH and Integrative Medicine (NAPCAIM). An alumnus of Mangalore University and the National Cancer Centre, Singapore, he has held key roles at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and RGUHS. He spearheaded SSAHE’s NAAC A+ accreditation in 2023, initiated global collaborations, and introduced cutting-edge programs in AI, Robotics, and Cybersecurity. Recipient of prestigious awards including the SAARC Palliative Careg Award and Lifetime Achievement Award (2023), he continues to advance healthcare and education.