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Name and Photograph |
Qualifications & Current Job |
Fellowship Period |
Centre of training |
Comments about utility in the clinical practice |
Future Plans |
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DR REMYA RAJKUMAR |
MBBS MD
CONSULTANT IN PEDIATRICS AND NEONATOLOGY, CREDENCE HOSPITAL TRIVANDRUM
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JANUARY - MARCH 2023 |
SAT HOSPITAL, GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE, TRIVANDRUM |
The SIAMG-GENZYME fellowship has been an eye opener for me in terms of the recent advancements in clinical genetics and the diagnostic and therapeutic options that are now available. I was able to attend genetic opd and attend genetic counselling and hence was able to assist in the diagnosis, management and counselling offered to patients suffering from rare disorders, many of which are not seen regularly in a general pediatric opd. I genuinely feel that I am better equipped after the fellowship to spot syndromic children, and have a better idea on how to approach rare disorders and also prenatal counselling. I am eternally grateful to DR Sankar VH for guiding me and igniting the spark of clinical genetics in me.
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I am currently working in a multispecialty hospital in the department of Pediatrics and Neonatology. I am planning to study further in clinical genetics and neonatology in the near future. |
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S.R.Sruthi Meenaxshi |
MD ( Internal Medicine )
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine
MGMCRI, Pondicherry |
January 2023 to March 2023 |
NIMS , Hyderabad and CDFD |
Im thankful to Dr . Prajnya Mam, DR.Shagun Mam and Dr. Ashwin Sir for offering SIAMG Genzyme Fellowship to me at this time of the year . It was a comprehensive training in all aspects of clinical genetics , including diagnosis , treatment and research. I had an opportunity to understand the intricacies in molecular genetics, cytogenetics ,clinical genetics , perform fetal autopsy and gain hands on experience with genetic testing and diagnostic techniques at CDFD. Im really grateful to Dr.Prajnya mam and DR.Shagun mam for being an excellent mentor. You conveyed complex genetic concepts with so much clarity and now I feel more confident applying those genetic principles in my career.Your dedication to teaching genetics has left a lasting impression on me and I will always remember your class with fondness and gratitude.I am also thankful for the positive impact you have made on my growth and development. Im also thankful to all the co residents. Though Three month fellowship is not enough, It has definitely helped me develop the skills needed to diagnose variety of patients with genetic disease, and also expertise needed to pursue different career paths within the field.The fellowship program in clinical genetics is an excellent opportunity for who are passionate about this field and looking forward to advance their career.
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Dr. Pankhuri Dubey |
MBBS, MS
Consultant OBG |
3 months
(20-07-22 to 20-10-22)
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Department of Medical Genetics, SGPGI, Lucknow |
The fellowship helped me develop:
1. Better understanding of diseases and pathologies in the light of genetic origins.
2. Improved clinical competence in managing and counselling patients in a non-directive manner.
3. Deeper insight and perspective into the quantity and quality of information derived from the
available testing strategies, their indications, utility, limitations and attendant ethical considerations.
4. Cognizance about inherent limitations as an practicing clinician and understanding channels to facilitate well-timed referral to geneticist.
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Dr. Karthik senthilvel |
MD Radiodiagnosis, Fellowship in Advanced obstetric ultrasound and fetal echo
Fetal medicine consultant in MS hospital, Trichy |
7-7-2022 to 7-10-2022 |
Nizam's institute of medical sciences, Hyderabad |
This clinical genetics fellowship was such an eye-opener. As a fetal medicine practitioner, my idea before joining the course was to know which test to write for which condition. Then after joining understood it's not that simple. Now for every abnormal case, I take three generation pedigree and guide my patients appropriately. Apart from our prenatal cases, I have started seeing other clinical genetics cases and counselling them to the best of my knowledge. Shagun madam and Prajnya madam were so approachable and will patiently clear all my doubts, no matter how silly it is. Grateful to both of them for making me what I'm today. The department was so peaceful, which was very helpful in the learning process. Overall it was a wonderful learning experience. I would advise every fetal medicine practitioner to undergo such dedicated genetics training for a better understanding of the subject and to serve the people better. |
Planning to start my own Fetal medicine and genetic center to help the people of south Tamilnadu. |
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DR SUMITA KUNDU |
MD(Pediatrics), Fellowship in Medical Genetics, Senior Resident in Institute of Child Health, Kolkata |
15th January,2019 to 14th April,2019 |
Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow |
We come across lots of genetic disorders during day to day clinical practice. With the advancement of medical science and technology, many of them can be diagnosed prenatally or by newborn screening or during childhood. Early diagnosis is of great importance for start of proper management, so far available, before irreversible damage occurs. Prevention of genetic disorder is another important aspect to reduce the incidence of disability. For this the knowledge of genetics is required. |
To run a Genetics Clinic in future. |
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Dr.Sheena.P.Kochumon |
MBBS,DCH,
MD(Paediatrics),
Fellowship in
Paediatric Genetics |
01.01.2019
To
31.03.2019 |
SAT Hospital &
Genetic Lab CDC,
GOVT.Medical
college ,
Thiruvanathapur
am |
I am truly grateful to SIAMG –GENZYME Team for bestowing me this prestigious fellowship Award. I am so fortunate to complete my training under the guidance of Prof Dr SANKAR Sir, who is a Pioneer in the field of Medical Genetics in Kerala. The systematic approach to various Genetic cases definitely improved my clinical skill in Phenotype - Genotype correlation.The training program helped me a lot to achieve my confidence in
providing Genetic Counseling including Pre –conceptional and Prenatal sessions. Our Genetics lab team at CDC -Dr Shanthi,Anu and Remya also encouraged me in learning Cytogenetics and Molecular techniques.I would definitely suggest my co lleagues to take up this fellowship program. |
I would like to conduct awareness sessions at the grassroot level in the diagnosis and management of genetic conditions.Also wish to initate preventive measures by offering Prenatal diagnosis to every possible cases.
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Dr. Komal Uppal |
MBBS, DCH, DNB Paediatrics |
01st July 2018 to 30th October 2018 |
NIMS, Hyderabad |
I am grateful to my Institute KIMS Narkatpally and the HOD of Paediatrics Dr. Suresh Thomas for giving me the permission to do this fellowship programme at NIMS, Hyderabad. The Department has very much dedicated faculty – Dr. Prajnya, Dr. Shagun and Dr. Dhanya. From the very first day of the Course the learning process starts. Many cases which I read there only in Textbooks, during the course I got the opportunity to see those cases also. There is diversity of cases in the OPD which enriches the Medical knowledge and helps to gain experience in Genetic disorders. I also gained experience in the most toughest part of the Medical Genetics, the Genetic counselling during the course. I also got a chance to take part in fetal autopsy and academic activities like case presentation, journal club and seminars. During the course I got exposure to the lab procedures at CDFD under Dr. Ashwin. Thanks to everyone for giving support in guiding how to approach the patients of genetic disorders.
Thanks to all the Residents in the Department who helped me a lot. |
Plan to join Medical Genetics Department to explore this field further.
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Dr Geetanjli Behl |
M.B.B.S,D.G.O, D.N.B,Fellowship, In fetal medicine Fetal medicine Consultant
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1/11/2017-31/1/2018
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SGPGI Lucknow |
It was a great pleasure to work in the genetic department of SGPGI Every day it was a combo of dealing with variety of cases,their diagnosis and management,high risk antenatal Ultrasound, counseling, invasive Procedures as well as laboratory Exposure of different genetic tests. Course was very helpful to understand The basic concepts of genetics,diagnosis And management of common as well as rare genetic disorders ,appropriate use of different genetic tests and their inter pretation and genetic association of various antenatally detected anomalies ,recurrent abortion and infertility. I want to give my special regards to Dr shubha phadke mam for her valuable guidance and affectionate behaviour.I am also thankful to Dr kausik Mandal , Dr Deepti and all my co-fellows For their cooperation and help.Thanks to SIAMG GENZYME and Dr Shagun for providing me this opportunity.
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Use of information gathered during this course in improving my clinical skill and abilitites to work as a fetal medicine specialist.
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JETA Y. BUCH |
MBBS (BJMC, AHMEDABAD)
[2005- 2010]
MD (DERMATOLOGY)
(NHL MUNICIPAL MEDICAL COLLEGE, AHMEDABAD) [2012 – 2015]
FELLOWSHIP IN PAEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY (AIMS, THRISSUR)
[2015-2016]
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15/11/2018 –
15/2/2019
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NIMS/CDFD, HYDERABAD |
At the outset, I'm grateful to Dr. Shagun and the entire SIAMG committee for going out of the way to consider my application.
1) It's a unique initiative with a noble intention. Every day was a very enriching learning experience. OPD was a visual treat as I had the chance to see many exotic cases just mentioned as a rare entity in textbooks.
2)The course enables a clinician to develop a systematic approach to an inherited disorder and draw a definite conclusion on the basis of key clinical features. I got a chance to participate in foetal autopsy equipping me to identify dysmorphic features, lab exposure at CDFD gave me an insight into the various available tests. Also had the exposure of telemeet conducted in the second week of every month.
3)Extremely grateful to the very friendly residents Dr. Surya, Dr. Gayatri, Dr. Laxmi, Dr. Mallikarjun and Dr. Priya for teaching me the basic approach ie History taking, clinical examination, interpreting the reports, helping me deal with the patients and clearing my doubts every day.
4)My sincere gratitude to dedicated mentors Dr. Prajyna, Dr. Shagun, Dr. Dhanya and Dr. Ashwin for taking due interest and guiding me throughout. The discussion during OPD and seminars gave me a better practical understanding of genodermatoses. The experience gained thus enhanced my acumen in this field.
Would recommend this fellowship to be of longer duration and open for clinicians of all specialities.
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To increase the awareness of the availability of genetic testing and its application in prenatal diagnosis to reduce the burden of the disease.
To create a network amongst dermatologists (paediatric in particular) and geneticists for a more integrated and comprehensive approach to orphan diseases
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Rabindran Chandran |
MBBS, MD (PAEDIATRICS)
DNB (NEONATOLOGY)
Consultant Neonatologist
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3rd July 2017 - 9th October 2017 |
CMC VELLORE |
I am thankful to Dr.Shagun and SIAMG- GENZYME for this wonderful opportunity. I am grateful to Dr. Sumita Danda and Dr.Gautham Arunachal for their valuable guidance throughout the course.
During Genetic counselling sessions, I felt helpful in sharing the pain of parents and giving hope for subsequent healthy pregnancies. This training stimulated me to work for the needy. I acquired basic skills like interpreting neurochemical diagnostic results and metabolic errors. It has strengthened my confidence in approaching genetic disorders. I have carried out Out-patient and In-patient referals with a sense of responsibility. I also sought every oppurtunity to interact with junior and senior collegues to further my learning process by attending various academic activities like clinical meetings, group discussions and interdepartmental debates.
This training helped me to develop the confidence and skills in managing varied genetic disorders. It also enhanced my acumen and readiness to handle difficult diagnostic situations demanding detailed analysis.
I developed the qualities of patience, hard work and perseverance during the training and sharpened my skills in effective counselling with honesty and empathy for the parents. I acquired the passion for genetics with human values of sharing the joy and pain of the parents being supportive to them even at odd times.
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After acquiring the training in
Genetics possessing sufficient
related skills, I look forward to
achieve my goal of offering
the best medical treatment
to the young sufferers
particularly the
newborns.
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Dr. Sreelakshmi KN |
MSOBG), DNB, FICOG
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3 months, 01.04.2018 to 30.06.2018 |
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal |
After fellowship for a period of 3 months, I am able to confidently diagnose whether this is genetic or nongenetic condition. This will definitely improve my ultrasound skills and counselling. |
I would like to incorporate genetic counselling as part of my prenatal diagnosis.
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Dr Nupur Shah |
MS (OBGYN), Fellow in Fetal medicine (ACFM-FMF,UK), Fellow in Medical Genetics |
Jan to March 2018 |
Gangaramm hospital, New Delhi |
Genetics, fetal medicine, postnatal correlation and laboratory techniques, each form an important pillar over which the grand idea of delivering healthy babies stand. Being a fetal medicine person, this fellowship in genetics was indeed helpful to build up the remaining pillars. It provided an insight to variety of genetic disorders in pre and postnatal conditions, a plethora of neuromuscular, metabolic , hematologic(esp thalassaemia) and developmental disorders and an exposure to infertility, reproductive and cancer genetics as well as the emerging genetic therapies. I also had an opportunity to understand the application of bioinformatics and the laboratory techniques during my tenure. It was pleasure and privilege working under Dr I C verma, Dr Ratna Puri and Dr Sunita Bijarnia . I am grateful to Dr Shagun , Dr Ashwin Dalal and Genzyme for choosing me for the fellowship. |
Apply and incorporate this knowledge for better PRENATAL diagnosis of genetic disorders and syndromes, better pre-post correlation, better diagnosis and care of the affected.
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Dr Sweta Singla |
MBBS, MD Medicine, DM Neurology |
July - September 2018 |
Institute of Medical Genetics and Genomics - GRIPMER / Sir Ganga Ram Hospital |
Due to lack of understanding about the subject, Genetics or may I say Genomics is presently misunderstood topic especially for people who are not in direct touch with the subject. Most of us from clinical branches have very little idea about the Genomics and how that can help understand disease pathology in our respective fields. In this short period of 3 months, I have realised that the clinical work should have a genomic correlation especially in Neurology where a big number of disorders have a genetic basis. Even-though many of the disease might be having polygenic inheritance so may have much complexities to their etiopathogenesis but an attempt to understand those complexities might be our first step to solve them and provide clinically relevant solutions. |
At present, I am joining my previous duties. I aim to continue studying neurogenetics in some form and to get more doctors interested in this topic.
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Nishant Rathod  |
MBBS , DNB( Peds), Fellowship in Pediatric Neurology & Epilepsy |
3 months - April to June |
SGPGI, Lucknow |
Though being a neurologist I am quite familiar with genetics tests used now a days , these 3 months training gave me a detailed idea of it . It will help me understand the diseases in a better way & ultimately help me become a good neuropediatrician .I am very much thankful to Dr Shubhama'am for giving me this opportunity. |
Planning to join pediatric Neurology department at Hinduja Hospital , Mumbai.
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Dr. Suvarna Ghansham Magar  |
MBBS,DCH, DNB pediatrics,
Asst. Professor , department of Pediatrics, MGM Medical College, Auranagabad, Maharashtra |
1st November 2017 to 31st January 2018 |
Nizam's Institute of medical sciences, Punjagutta, Hyderabad, telangana. |
It was a very enriching experience to work at NIMS in genetics. I saw a huge number and variety of genetic cases , got to learn from basics to advances in genetics. The faculties at NIMS Dr Prajnya R., Dr. Shagun Agarwal Dr. Ashwin Dalal sir, Dr. Dhanya were best teachers I have met so far. The PG students DR. kartik,Dr. Vijaya, Dr. Surya, Dr.gayatri and Dr laxmi were really helpful to me in studies and even otherwise. I Got me friends for life. I have started once a week pediatric genetic OPD and I see that my diagnostic ability is much more increased and genetic counseling is definitely helping the patients. Wants to work in this field further |
Set up Pediatric genetic OPD and dedicate my work life to Genetics
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Dr Sarah Bailur  |
Paediatric Genetecist( Mbbs, DNB Paed, Fel Clinical Genetics) |
16 July 2017 to 16 OCT 2017 |
NIMS Hyderabad |
The fellowship at NIMS has been very useful as it got me a lot of exposure to various genetic diseases . I also was enriched by the teachings received by Dr Prajnya and Dr Shagun. The academics at NIMS was not only good, but also very disciplined, enabling students to learn well. Approach to many genetic disorders has become much more clearer to me. I was also fortunate to attend the molecular genetics workshop conducted at CDFD which was very informative. |
I plan to study and work in the field of Genetics, bring newer therapies to our country and contribute in the field of research.
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Rabindran Chandran  |
MBBS, MD (PAEDIATRICS)
DNB (NEONATOLOGY)
Consultant Neonatologist
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3rd July 2017 - 9th October 2017 |
CMC VELLORE
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I am thankful to Dr.Shagun and SIAMG- GENZYME for this wonderful opportunity. I am grateful to Dr. Sumita Danda and Dr.Gautham Arunachal for their valuable guidance throughout the course.
During Genetic counselling sessions, I felt helpful in sharing the pain of parents and giving hope for subsequent healthy pregnancies. This training stimulated me to work for the needy. I acquired basic skills like interpreting neurochemical diagnostic results and metabolic errors. It has strengthened my confidence in approaching genetic disorders. I have carried out Out-patient and In-patient referals with a sense of responsibility. I also sought every oppurtunity to interact with junior and senior collegues to further my learning process by attending various academic activities like clinical meetings, group discussions and interdepartmental debates.
This training helped me to develop the confidence and skills in managing varied genetic disorders. It also enhanced my acumen and readiness to handle difficult diagnostic situations demanding detailed analysis.
I developed the qualities of patience, hard work and perseverance during the training and sharpened my skills in effective counselling with honesty and empathy for the parents. I acquired the passion for genetics with human values of sharing the joy and pain of the parents being supportive to them even at odd times.
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After acquiring the training in
Genetics possessing sufficient
related skills, I look forward to
achieve my goal of offering
the best medical treatment
to the young sufferers
particularly the
newborns.
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Dr Shweta Sikarwar  |
M S (O &G), Fellow in Fetal Medicine |
22Feb2016 to 21May2016 |
Dept of Medical Genetics, SGPGIMS ,Lucknow
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I consider myself fortunate for having had this opportunity for learning .The fellowship gave a better approach and insight into dealing with genetic diseases in both prenatal cases and children.The caseload in terms of OPD and the variety of cases was huge , as was the opportunity of working directly under the guidance of Dr Shubha R Phadke. The fellowship included the unique combination of hands on OPD, USG,Prenatal procedures like amnio, CVS ,IUT ,fetal autopsy,lab ( karyotyping, microarray,MLPA) and counselling part of the affected patients and parents. The knowledge gained is very useful in the field of fetal medicine and better equips a clinician in dealing with a case right from selecting the appropriate procedure till the counselling part.I would like to thank the SIAMG for making this a very positive experience. |
Incorporating more molecular methods in prenatal detection of genetic diseases and syndromes. |
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Dr. Rita Panyang Kataki  |
MBBS , MD (Pediatrics)
Asistant Professor Department of Pediatrics,
Assam Medical College , Dibrugarh , Assam
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2nd November 2015 to 1ST February 2016 |
Department of Medical Genetics
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences
Lucknow
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Training is very practical oriented . Learned about approach to a patient with genetic disorder and genetic counseling of families with genetic diseases. Also have practical knowledge on laboratory test i.e : karyotyping, Mutation analysis by sequencing, MLPA and microarray. Now I am quite confident when I see a patient with genetic disorder regarding counseling and what investigation to be send. |
Presently Running OPD Every Tuesday for pediatrics patient. In future include the adult with genetic disease, specially women with RSA, Primary amenorrhorea and previous child with genetic disease. |
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Dr. Prathiba |
MBBS,MD PAEDIATRICS(RRMCH,BANGALORE) |
3 months( October-1st -2015 TO January- 1st - 2016 |
NIMS, CDFD |
I am grateful to my institution - RRMCH, Bangalore and Dr.Adarsh, the HOD of Pediatrics, for having given me the permission to do this fellowship program. My heartfelt thanks to SIAMG-GENZYME for conducting this unique program which enriches medical knowledge and helps to gain experience in medical genetics.
I recently had an opportunity to attend the 14th ICMR medical genetics course which was a great experience, but my curiosity did not stop there ... At end of the course, I heard about the fellowship program. And hence, enrolled in it at NIMS, Hyderabad.
The NIMS medical genetic department has excellent and dedicated consultants - Dr. Prajnya and Dr. Shagun.
There is a diversity of cases presented to the OPD from the different parts of India. Many patients have visited many places to arrive at a diagnosis; this center helped those patients. With an advancing medical field in India, many investigations are now available. Interpretation of the investigation results make difference in the patient's demeanor.
Many cases which we might have read and seen in the textbook or have heard from colleagues, we get the opportunity to see on a first hand basis.
This course helps in the approach of rare diseases and of inherited diseases. It also teaches us the importance of premarital, prenatal and preimplantation diagnosis and newborn screening.
The learning process started from the first day, where there was importance of detailed history taking, careful examination and arriving at a probable diagnosis. The tough part initially was counseling the patient and trying to make them understand the disease. The treatment of many of these diseases are still in the research phase. These needed an extended counseling to patients. In this courses I got chance to take part in fetal autopsy and see the malformations, which I had only read about.
In addition to routine teaching while seeing the patient, there are case presentations, journal clubs and seminars. However it does not end here, telemedicine is done every month.
The course provided exposure to the lab at CDFD. Dr. Ashwin sir, helped me in the interpretation of investigation reports.
Two friendly residents- Dr. Karthik and Dr. Vijayalakshmi, also helped me a lot.
Overall it is great course, allowing me to take home many new concepts, knowledge and profound confidence. |
I plan to do more fetal autopsy and will continue to help pediatric patients especially the genetically based ones. |
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Dr. Diksha Shirodkar |
MBBS,MD PAEDIATRICS(GOA) |
3 months( July-11th-2015 TO October- 10th - 2015 |
NIMS, CDFD |
This fellowship has been memorable.
The case load, rare diseases, observing different clues to syndromes, prenatal testing and the teaching by the consultants has been remarkable.
Genetics for me prior to this course was a sentence which we wrote in the opd case papers of patients "REFER TO HIGHER CENTRE FOR GENETIC EVALUATION".
Now I can go back to say I have tested the waters of this field , obviously not entirely, but atleast a bit.
Would recommend this fellowship to be of longer duration.
My Learning curve did experience an exponential rise.
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Dr N Gayatri |
MBBS DGO, DNB. |
1st Feb to 31st April 2015 |
NIMS, CDFD |
It is a great opportunity given by Genzyme -SIAMG to undergo fellowship in medical genetics. This helps how to approach inherited disorders. The genetic disorders that I have seen in 3 months, their prenatal diagnosis, counselling have enhanced my counselling capacity. Helps in improving quality of life. |
To increase awareness of clinical genetics and its importance. If possible to do DNB medical genetics |
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Dr. Subapriya K |
MS (O&G). Fellow in Fetal Medicine. Fellow in Genetics.
Fetal Medicine Consultant |
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SGPGIMS, Lucknow |
Knowledge of Dysmorphology and Genetics makes Fetal Medicine complete. I have started fetal autopsy unit in my center. Genetics is extensive. But basic knowledge about cytogenetics and molecular diagnosis has definitely enhanced my counseling. |
Increase the awareness and importance of genetics and prenatal diagnosis. |
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Dr. Sony |
M.D.(Gen Med);PDF(Endo)
PG Tutor
Dept of Clinical Genetics CMC,Vellore |
Oct1, 2013-December31, 2013 |
SGPGIMS |
It was indeed a great honour and opportunity bestowed on me by SIAMG-GENZYME to undergo fellowship training in the field of Medical Genetics at Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, India. Medical genetics department at SGPGIMS provides a very pleasant and friendly learning environment where the rarest genetics problems are addressed.
Though the time spent at SGPGIMS was very short, every day was a new and exciting learning experience. The morning sessions, Journal club, paper reading, case discussions etc. were very informative. Not only did I learn to diagnose, plan and treat but also gained a lot of insight on approaching patients and their problems gently and methodically. I gained hands on experience in molecular genetics testing techniques and interpretation of the results.
I am extremely grateful to all the dedicated, talented and friendly members of the Medical Genetics department for all their significant contribution to my learning. My sincere gratitude to Dr. Shubha Phadke, Head of the Medical Genetics Department for her support and guidance. The department has all the potentials to continue to excel in the field of medical genetics.
I am also thankful to SIAMG Secretary Dr.Ashwin Dalal for timely help and Dr.Sumita Danda, Professor and Head of the department of Clinical Genetics, Christian Medical College, Vellore for her guidance & encouragement.
I am grateful to SIAMG-GENZYME for the opportunity given to enrich knowledge, sharpen skills and gain experience in Medical Genetics. |
To work in areas of
Clinical Genetics/Metabolic
Genetics/Molecular endocrinology |
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Dr Karthik Bharadwaj |
MD Paediatrics |
September 1 – November 30 |
NIMS/CDFD |
I would recommend it for any clinician who wants to improve his/her clinical skills and academics. The range of genetic conditions that I could see in the past 3 months has been simply amazing. This fellowship in clinical genetics gave me a birds eye view of what to expect from a career in medical genetics. Even if one is not interested in pursue a career in medical genetics, this fellowship helps you to refine and redefine your approach to inherited disorders. I believe this would be particularly useful to paediatricians, obstetricians, neurologists, endocrinologists and general physicians in their daily practice. |
DM or DNB in Medical Genetics hopefully |
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Dr Kundan Mittal |
MD, PGDMLS, MBA, FPCC, FIAP, FNNF, FCCM, FICCM
Professor in Pediatrics, Pt. B D Sharma, PGIMS, Rohtak-Haryana |
November1/2014
To
Jan 31/2015 |
Department of Medical Genetics, SGPGIMS, Lucknow |
Our college see lot of patients with genetic disorders and as we know many diseases have genetic basis. Having this service in the institution will enhance the patient care, diagnostics and counsel about future prognosis or outcome. This will add in improving the quality of life. SGPGIMS is one of best centre in India to offer such hand on training. |
We have plan to start genetic services in our institution. We have specialist in cytogenetics in our institution. A good team will offer better services in relation to genetics and molecular diagnostics. |
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Dr Spurthi Chitta |
MBBS, FAAP, ABP(USA) |
3 months( November 16th 2014 - February 15th 2015) |
NIMS CDFD |
Knowledge of Medical genetics through this fellowship program would definitely be an asset to practicing Pediatricians. As a pediatrician one would be equipped to identify dysmorphic features in patients, learn about available investigations and treatments with appropriate referrals as would be deemed necessary. |
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Dr. Abha Shalya |
MS OBGY, private practice |
1st September to 31st December |
SGPGI, LUCKNOW |
I am planning to do private practice as a medical geneticist and fetal therapist and this fellowship has helped me a lot. It improved my knowledge on clinical syndrome and approach to diagnosis and has also observed good number of TIFA and invasive procedures. The genetic lab exposure was also helpful to learn Karyn type and QfPCR |
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Dr SAMEER BHATIA |
MBBS, MD (PAEDIATRICS), PAEDIATRICIAN |
15 NOV 2016 TO 14 FEB 2017 |
SIR GANGA RAM HOSPITAL, NEW DELHI |
03 MONTHS EXPERIENCE UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF PROF I C VERMA SIR WAS LIKE A DREAM REALISED. Dr I C VERMA SIR IS AN OCEAN OF KNOWLEDGE AND EVEN IF I WAS ABLE TO ADSORB ONLY FEW DROPS, I BELIEVE MY TRAINING HAS BEEN PRODUCTIVE AND SUCCESSFUL. THE MODEST APPROACH TO PATIENT CARE AND PRACTICAL TIPS GIVEN BY Dr RATNA PURI WILL CONTINUE TO GUIDE ME FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. I HAVE ALSO BEEN LUCKY TO LEARN ABOUT THE COMPLEX METABOLIC DISORDERS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF Dr SUNITA BIJARNIA MAHAY. I FEEL PRIVILEGED TO HAVE WITNESSED SUCH COMPASSIONATE PATIENT CARE IN THE LEADING CENTRE FOR GENETICS AND GENOMICS IN THE COUNTRY. |
UTILISE THE TRAINIG IN CLINICAL SCENARIO.
SPREAD AWARENESS OF THE AVAILABILITY OF VARIOUS GENETIC TESTING AND THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES AVAILABLE IN OUR COUNTRY
ACT AS RESOURCE PERSON FOR THE SAME
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Dr. Nisha. M  |
MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Paediatric Genetics. |
1/1/17 to 31/3/17 |
SAT Hospital and Genetic Lab, CDC, Govt. Medical College , Trivandrum,Kerala. |
The fellowship program was very useful. I had a great opportunity of working with Dr. Sankar and his excellent lab team. I have seen many rare interesting clinical cases in the genetic clinic. Also met with many difficult Counseling scenarios, antenatal cases, pre and post test counseling. As I have done fellowship in pediatric Genetics earlier, this training gave me an opportunity to have a hands on experience in Karyotyping, DNA isolation, PCR and in depth knowledge of mutation analysis by sequencing. Also I was able to clarify many of my lab related doubts with the excellent genetic lab team. I presented poster in "Manipal Genetics Update on Genetic Counseling ", March 3rd & 4th , 2017, which won the first prize. I am grateful to Genzyme, SIAMG for having given me this great opportunity. |
To work more in the field of genetics. To increase the awareness of genetic diseases among public and provide proper genetic counseling. |
