Dr A Vijayalakshmi MD
Director Professor
Dedicated over 25 years of experience, including 21 years at Chengalpattu Medical College, where she served as HOD and Vice Principal. She was instrumental in initiating the MD Microbiology postgraduate program in 2013. Currently, i am working Director and Professor at the Institute of Microbiology, Madras Medical College, and Lab Director of the National HIV Reference Centre. i actively contributes to NABL accreditation and healthcare administration.
Dr S Thasneem Banu MD
Professor
Professor of Microbiology Graduated from Stanley Medical College and completed MD Microbiology also from the same Institution. With more than 25years of experience in the field of Microbiology, passionate about teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students. I encourage them to set high standards with integrity. Fields of interest:Virology, Antimicrobial Resistance, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Prevention and Control. Wish to keep updated with the new trends in Diagnostics and Research.
Dr C P Ramani MD
Professor
Total teaching experience-25yrs No of publications-15 Area of interest - Bacteriology, AMR Research
Dr N Devasena MD
Professor
Completed UG MBBS from JJM Medical College in 1991 and PG MD Microbiology at Madras Medical College in 1999. Areas of interest in Paediatric bacteriology working in areas of Meningitis surveillance, ICMR Sauna trial and projects in Neonatology including the Antimicrobial stewardship in NICU and other projects like Clabsi and other details of hospital acquired infections prevention and control. Involved in genetics studies like TORCH screening by Minividas and Primary immuno deficiency disorders by Nephlometry methods
Dr P Balapriya MD
Professor
Completed UG MBBS from Madras Medical College in 1996 and PG MD Microbiology at Madras Medical College in 2004. Areas of interest in Autoimmune diagnostics including immunofluorescence & Transplant immunology – HLA Typing, Cross matching Molecular Techniques in Immunodiagnostics.
Dr Logeswari Selvaraj MD
Professor
Professor of Microbiology with 22 years of teaching experience for UG and PG students. as well as monitoring infection control practices in IOG Egmore as infection control officer in Laqshya programme.and contributing to excellence in diagnostic laboratory services.
Dr K Usha Krishnan MD
Professor
Professor of Microbiology at Madras Medical College, holds an MBBS, MD, and Ph.D. with over 20 years of experience in UG and PG education. Her expertise includes infection control, antimicrobial resistance, and medical education. She has published over 30 research articles, guided numerous ICMR projects, and is actively involved in HIV surveillance. She has undergone advanced training in quality standards and pedagogy and contributes to academic, ethical, and curriculum committees.
Dr N Rathna Priya MD
Professor
Professor of Microbiology, Member Secretary of Internal Complaints Committee, Coordinating activities under State Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Program, Diagnostic Laboratory Incharge for Miscellanous samples, in addition to Academic and Research activities for UG, PG and Allied Health Sciences. As RSTRRL Incharge Organised Hands on Training for SSTRLs in September 2024 and also Participated in Strengthening of Labs Training Program in Delhi in July 2024 and EGASP Training Program in Nagpur in September 2024.Organised World AIDS Day Celebration in 2024.Appointed as Chief Superintendent for UG & PG Theory Examination. External Examiner for PG & UG Practical Examinations.
Dr R Deepa MD
Professor
As Professor of Microbiology , I Dr R Deepa have considerable experience in academics , diagnostics and research with 20+ years of teaching experience in various teaching institutions in Tamilnadu , I have implemented CBME curriculum , published several papers in peer reviewed journals and guided several research projects. I have actively implemented Hospital Infection control and Antimicrobial stewardship program, contributed to NABL and NABH accreditation processes and have also received appreciation certificates for exemplary service. I currently lead the Mycology and Parasitology section at RGGGH and look forward to continued excellence in my role .
Dr David Agatha MD
Professor
Professor of Microbiology, working at the Regional STI Training, Research and Reference Laboratory, mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students in academics and research, and contributing to excellence in diagnostic laboratory services.
Dr K G Venkatesh MD
Assistant Professor
Senior Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Registrar of Microbiology with 17 years of teaching experience for UG and PG students. Diagnostic Laboratory Incharge for Environmental & theatre samples. Qualified Internal auditor for NABL ( ISO 15189:2022).Deputy Quality Manager for National Reference Laboratory HIV MMC. External Examiner for PG & UG Practical Examinations.
Dr Gomathi Manju MD
Assistant Professor
Assistant professor of Microbiology,in Institute of Microbiology ,Madras Medical College . Areas of Interest -Bacteriology and Mycology section in rendering patient diagnostic services. Also mentoring UG MBBS and postgraduate students in MD Microbiology and also involved in Research and Academic activities of the students.
Dr J Padmakumari MD
Assistant Professor
Completed UG in Chengalpattu Medical College PG in Madras Medical College Currently working as Assistant professor in Madras Medical College. Have 7 publications in various international journals Interested in diagnostic field of Bacteriology and mycology. Passionate about upgrading myself in the above fields of clinical microbiology and teaching UG and PG students and guiding them in their research works and dissertation.
Dr S Vinotha MD
Assistant Professor
Completed UG MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College and PG MD Microbiology at Madras Medical College .Presently working as Assistant Professor of Microbiology at Madras Medical College Contributing to Diagnostic Bacteriology and serological diagnosis of Infectious disease, mentoring UG and PG students in Academics and Research works.
Dr R Kesavan MD DCH
Senior resident
I have been actively involved in both undergraduate (MBBS, MDS and postgraduate (MD Microbiology) teaching. My contributions include:Delivered structured and interactive lectures, practical demonstrations, and tutorials.Engaged in case-based learning (PBL) and case-based discussions.Regularly updated lecture material to include recent advances in microbiology, especially in fields like molecular diagnostics, AMR surveillance, and emerging infectious diseases.Received positive feedback from students for clarity, content delivery, and availability for academic support.Mentored students for research projects and seminars.
Dr Meenakshi MD DCH
Senior resident
Completed UG MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College in 1999 and PG MD Microbiology at Madras Medical College in 2017. Areas of interest - interested in Implementation of Infection Control Practices, Antimicrobial stewardship and Diagnostic work in Mycology.
Dr Sujatha MD
Senior resident
Assistant Professor of Institute of Microbiology, with 5 years of teaching experience for UG & PG students. Qualified Internal NABL auditor for NABL- (ISO15189:2022). Quality Manager for National Reference Laboratory HIV,MMC. Diagnostic Laboratory incharge for Miscellaneous samples. Examiner for Allied health Sciences
Dr J Jayachitra MD
Senior resident
Completed MBBS from JIPMER, Pondicherry, DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai and MD Microbiology from Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai Area of Interest: Microbiology with special interest in Virology and Molecular Diagnosis. Currently working as Assistant Professor, Institute of Microbiology and Co- Principal Investigator, VRDL, Madras Medical College. Actively involved in teaching and Guiding Undergraduate and Post graduate medical and paramedical students with emphasis on clinical microbiology and research. Interested in clinical research. Involved in multi centric research (INSPIRES) in collaboration with CDC & AIIMS on SARI, HPV statewide surveillance project with NHM and AMR surveillance in hospital waste water in collaboration with TIGS and ICMR.
Dr Sudha MD
Senior resident
I completed my undergraduate medical education (MBBS) at Government Medical College, Bellary, followed by a postgraduate degree (MD in Microbiology) from Stanley Medical College, Chennai. I am currently working in a Clinical Immunology Laboratory, with a specialization in the laboratory diagnosis of autoimmune diseases and renal transplant immunology. I have a strong passion for research and am presently involved in an ongoing study on Rheumatoid Arthritis under the Medical Research Unit.
Dr Priya MD
Senior resident
senior Resident of Microbiology works at Institute of Microbiology ,mentoring undergraduates and post graduates as well as monitoring infection control practices in IOG Egmore as infection control officer in Laqshya programme and contributing to excellence in diagnostic laboratory services.
Dr Kannan MD
Senior resident
I'm Dr. T. Kannan, a medical professional with over a decade of specialized experience in Microbiology. My academic journey began with an MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health from Madurai Medical College. I further deepened my expertise by completing an MD in Microbiology at Madras Medical College. My areas of specialization include Hospital Infection Control Practices, Biomedical Waste Management, and addressing Antimicrobial Resistance. Within these critical domains, my professional focus centers on cultivating the precise practices and robust systems that inherently elevate patient safety and bolster the broader landscape of public health.
Dr A Movaphia MD
Senior resident
Iam Dr. A. Movaphia, working as Assistant professor in the Institute of Microbiology. I did my MBBS in Tirunelveli Medical College and post graduation in Coimbatore Medical college... Areas of interest monitoring the National AMR containment programme and surveillance of antimicrobial resistance pattern. Contributing to the excellence in diagnostic laboratory.
Dr M Sathiya MD
Senior resident
Completed undergraduate medical education (MBBS) from Thanjavur Medical College and post graduation (MD Microbiology) from Madras Medical College. Currently serving as the Medical Officer In-charge at RSTRRL. Passionate about Bacteriology and actively involved in undergraduate medical teaching with a focus on clinical microbiology education and practical laboratory training.
