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Faculty
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Deputy Director,ProfessorDr Sobana JaiganeshMD, CHSE, PhD
Profile Summary
Dr. Sobana Jaiganesh is a Professor of physiology having completed a master's and a doctorate in medical physiology. She is an American Heart Association certified BLS, ACLS instructor and Society for Simulation in Healthcare Certified healthcare Simulation educator. She has completed the NHET-Sim (National Health Education Trainer) by Monash University, Australia and level III Faculty training by Pedi STARS, India. Presently she is a Fellow of the International Paediatric Simulation Society. She has presented research papers in the International Meeting in Simulation Healthcare and INSPIRE (International Network for Simulation-based Paediatric Innovation, Research, and Education). Curricular integration of simulation and virtual simulation are her research interest.
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ProfessorDr. Richa GuptaMBBS, MD Physiology
Profile SummaryDr. Richa Gupta joined MGMCRI in the position of Assistant professor on 27th June, 2014 and is currently working as a Professor in Department of Physiology since September 2020. She has obtained her MD in Physiology from AIIMS, New Delhi and has 11 years of UG teaching experience. She is the co-author of the book "Practical Physiology for MBBS (Objectively Structured Practical Examination". She is interested in new paradigms of teaching for engaging students in active learning. She has 2 copyrights and has published 12 articles in reputed journals like BMC Medical Education, Advances in Physiological Sciences and National Medical Journal of India. She has also reviewed articles for reputed journal like BMJ and Current Psychology apart from other national and international journals. She is also an active MEU member and has special interest in e-learning tools and techniques. |
Professor,Deputy Registrar,HODDr Jaiganesh KrishnanNA
Profile Summary
Dr. K. Jaiganesh joined MGMCRI as Professor of Physiology on 22.04.2021. Later he was appointed as Professor & Head of Physiology on 01.07.2023.
He obtained his MD Physiology degree from Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education & Research, Chennai in 2006. He has more than 18 years of teaching experience in Physiology.
He has published more than 40 research articles in various National and International journals.
Apart from Physiology he is an American Heart Association certified BLS, ACLS instructor.
He is holding additional responsibility as Deputy Registrar – Regulatory Programmes in the University.
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Associate ProfessorDr. Vasanthan.SMSc, PhD
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Dr. S. VASANTHAN, MSc, PhD, Completed MSc on 2010 From Dr. ALM Post Graduate Institute of Basic Medical Science (IBMS), Taramani, University of Madras and completed PhD (Physiology) on 2017 in Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry. Joined as Tutor in the Department of Physiology on 12 May 2010 and promoted as Assistant Professor of Physiology on 8 Feb 2018 in Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute. Currently, serving as Assistant Controller of Examination in Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth. As a PhD guide in Department of Physiology, MGMCRI and currently guiding 3 PhD scholars. Published five research articles in national and international indexed, peer reviewed journal. Resource person for various National and International Conference. Undergone training in Revised Basic Medical Workshop including AETCOM at MGMCRI in 2018. Area of interest: Cardiovascular physiology, exercise physiology and yoga. |
ProfessorDr. Nikhilesh SinghMBBS.,MD.,
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Dr. NIKHILESH SINGH MBBS, MD (Physiology) Completed MBBS in 2003 from GSVM Medical College, Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) and Postgraduation in 2008 from AIIMS, New Delhi, Worked as a senior resident at AIIMS, New Delhi before joining as Asst. Professor in 2011 at PCMS&RC, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh).
Joined MGMC & RI as Asst. Professor and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2019. Published research articles, commentary, and reviews in national and international indexed, peer-reviewed journals. Co-authored book on Objectively Structured Practical Examination (OSPE) as a learning tool for I MBBS students for practicals in physiology. Was awarded copyright by the Government of India for devising a novel method for grading exercise. Has been an external examiner for one university. Attended various National and International conferences. Have undergone training in Basic Medical Workshop in 2013 at PCMS&RC, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh). Area of interest: Neurophysiology, Autonomic Functions, Medical Education. |
Assistant ProfessorDr Niveatha SMBBS, MD(Physiology)
Profile Summary
Dr.Niveatha S MBBS,MD, DNB completed under graduation from Pondicherrry Institute of
Medical Sciences, Puducherry and post graduation from Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical
College Hospital and Research Center, Puducherry and was awarded Gold Medal in MD
Physiology by Pondicherry University in 2019.
She joined MGMCRI, Puducherry as Tutor on 31.07.2019 and was promoted to Assistant
Professor on 1.08.2020. She has total teaching experience of 4 years and 6 months.
She has completed course in Basics Course in Biomedical Research (BCBR) and Revised
Basic course in Medical Education.
She has published 7 Original Articles, 2 copyrights and contributed to 3 chapters in a book
(Physiology Residency made easy). She is a life member in Association of Physiologists of
Tamil Nadu and received best paper award in APTCON twice.
She was a ISAK (International society for the advancement of Kinanthropometry) certified
Level 1 anthropometrist.
She actively participates in research activities and she has guided undergraduate students for
ICMR STS projects and SBV STS projects.
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Junior ResidentDr Mukeshkumar RMBBS
Profile SummaryJunior resident Department of Physiology Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital And Research Centre Ariyur Puducherry |
Assistant ProfessorDr Keni Gowsi KMBBS, MD
Profile Summary
Dr. Keni Gowsi is a teaching faculty working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology, at MGMCRI Puducherry.
She joined the institute on the 19th of April 2023. She has finished her MBBS from the prestigious Madras Medical College, Chennai (Batch of 2005) and obtained her MD in Physiology from the renowned JIPMER, Puducherry. She has around 3 years of post-graduate teaching and 6 years of undergraduate teaching expertise. She has published around 8 papers in various national and international journals. She received the "R Srinivasan Prize" for the best paper presentation by a PG in APPICON 2017. She has attended various regional, national, and international conferences and presented scientific papers to her credit. She is an active member of the Association of Physiologists of India and its regional branches.
Her main teaching and research interests are in the fields of Exercise Physiology, Endocrine Physiology, among others. Apart from academic and research commitments, she has been actively involved as a resource person and volunteer in various scientific programs and workshops, and holds a special expertise in treadmill-based physiological experiments. Her passion is teaching and her interest lies in identifying the learning difficulties among the students and helping them to understand the complex concepts in simple language. She has co-authored a book on "The Roadmap for Academic Success: Essential Student Strategies for Time Management, Focus, Beating Procrastination, Learning and memory". Curriculum Vitae | Publications |
TutorMrs Usha MMSc. Medical Physiology (JIPMER, Puducherry) MBA Hospital Management (Pondicherry University) BPT (Mother Theresa Post Graduate & Research Institute Of Health Sciences, Puducherry)
Profile Summary
❖ Conducted a 12-week randomized controlled trial examining the impact of Anulom Vilom Pranayama on various health outcomes in Parkinson's disease patients. ❖ Evaluated cardiac autonomic balance, cognitive function, psychological status, and quality of life using standardized assessment tools. ❖ Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including departments of neurology, biochemistry and psychiatry to ensure rigorous study protocols and accurate data collection. ❖ Applied statistical analysis to evaluate data. ❖ Demonstrated significant improvements in autonomic function and psychological well-being, suggesting potential benefits of pranayama as an adjunctive therapy. ❖ Contributed to the writing and submission of research manuscript for publication. |
TutorDr Manikandan SathiyaseelanMSc (Medical Physiology)
Profile Summary
I Manikandan Sathiyaseelan completed MSc in Medical Physiology in 2012 from SRM University Chennai, pursuing a PhD at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University. I am currently working as a tutor in the department of physiology. I began my career as a tutor in January 2013. I have been teaching medical, dental, and allied health courses for the past 11 years. I am a life member of Association of physiologists of Tamil Nadu. In research, I received an IMR grant and 11 articles were published in reputed indexed journals. one book chapter was contributed.
my area of interest Pulmonary Function Tests, Nerve Conduction test, Heart Rate Variability, and Metagenomics. Publication details CV - Manikandan Sathiyaseelan |
