Qualifications:

• M.B.B.S, M.D, DNB, MNAMS

Professional Synopsis:

Proven leader and experienced specialist in diagnostic GI Pathology focused on academics and research in Oncopathology, Gastrointestinal Pathology, Hepatopancreaticobiliary, Uropathology, Nephropathology and Lung Pathology.

Over 17 years of experience in diagnostic processes and lab administration across two locations – Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, one of the largest GI referral centers in Asia and AIG Hospitals, Asia’s largest multispecialty hospital.
Currently leading a highly skilled workforce of 10 MDs, 2 Fellows, and 100 Technicians to process a volume upwards of 600 samples per day at a state-of-the-art lab. Additional responsibilities include managing a blood bank and act as Guide to GI Pathology Fellowship program.

Areas Of Interest/ Expertise:

• Critical diagnosis
• Lab Setup
• Lab administration Management
• Oncology
• Cytopathology
• Hematology & Transfusion medicine
• Guide to Fellows
• Teaching (Medical Education)
• Clinical Support & Research
• Lab Industry Expertise

Awards:

• DNB-Pathology (’04), MNAMS, Ministry of Health Welfare, Delhi, India.
• MBBS (’99), MD (’03), Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India.
• Joint Secretary of Indian Medical Association – Hyderabad North branch.
• Published 45 publications in peer reviewed and indexed National and International journals.
• Key Reviewer for Indian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology.
• Professional Memberships – IAPM, IAC, ISTM, IAPM, MNAMS.
• Pathology training at North Cheshire Hospitals, UK and GI and Hepatobiliary Pathology training at Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, USA.
• Delivered guest lectures at various events within national and international scientific communities.
• Conducted several continuing medical education (CME) sessions and participated in several international live workshops to provide Rapid-On-Site diagnosis.
• Gopal Rao Memorial Prize: Topper in M.D. Pathology – 2005
• Second Prize: Best Poster at International Hepatobiliary Workshop Asian Institute of Gastroenterology, Hyderabad, India – 2004
• First Prize: Best Paper at 21st State Annual conference of Indian Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists – 2003
• Gold Medal: E.N.T Best Student – 1997
• Distinction: Biochemistry, MBBS – 1994