DR. MOHIT PODDAR

Allergy & Asthma Specialist & Clinical Immunologist

M.D., F.A.C.I., F.C.C.P.

Ex. Assistant Professor

SMS Medical College, Jaipur

Qualification
Dr. Mohit Poddar is specialist of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology. He has 14 years‟ extensive experience in Health & Medical Science and doing allergy tests and asthma management since last nine years. He is awarded Fellowship in Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology at Saveetha Medical College in 2015 - 2016.

Dr. Mohit also did Post Graduate Program in Pediatric Nutrition at Boston University School of Medicine (2014 – 2015) and Good Clinical Practice Training at World Health Organization in 2008 and Asthma Management Training at Chest research Foundation in 2010.

Designation
Dr. Mohit has over successfully completed over 23 clinical trials as a Principal Investigator. He has been the writer of various chapter in many medical books. He has been the Assistant Professor at SMS Medical College.

Administration
Dr. Mohit was trained for Fundamental Critical Care Service Provider course by American Academy of Critical Care, Pediatric Advanced Life Support Course, Neonatal Advanced Life Support Course, Good Clinical Practices by WHO, Basic Pediatric Intensive Care Course (Hyderabad) and Management of Asthma in Children (CASPER) at Chest Research Foundation (Pune).
Then he worked extensively in field of Asthma and Allergy in Pune and Jaipur. He managed Pediatric Pulmonology and Allergy Division at SMS Medical College & Hospital.

Research experience
His paper was published in Indian Journal Of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology based on-“Estimation of serum immunoglobulin E levels as suggestive indicator of atopy in children having Allergic Rhinitis”.
He has presented various papers & posters and has been awarded for them too. He has been Past Member of advisory board for nasal influenza vaccine.
Dr. Mohit has been also become a part of Five Arm Blind Oral Polio Vaccine Trial conducted by WHO published in Lancet, secondly a research comparing two different formulations of Hib Vaccine Trial by Serum Institute of India and conducted phase II & III Swine Flu Vaccine (NasoVac) Trial by Serum Institute Of India.
He has Chaired many sessions in many national conferences and delivered various talk on Allergy, Asthma and Vaccines.

Social Milestones
Dr. Mohit is The Treasurer of Indian Academy of Pediatrics Allergy and Applied Immunology Chapter Rajasthan State, Treasurer in Agarwal Doctors Forum Rajasthan, Oragnising Finance Secretary for PEDALLERCON 2022 (National Conference of IAP Allergy and Applied Immunology chapter). He also is the Executive Board Member at Indian Academy of Pediatrics Jaipur Branch and Ex Secretary in Indian Academy of Pediatrics Respiratory Chapter Rajasthan State.

DR. MAHESH KUMAR PODDAR

M.B.B.S., D.M.R.D., F.I.C.A., M.A.G.S.

Senior Physician

Special Interest in Diabetes, Hypertension & Thyroid Disorders

Designation
Consultant Physician and Sonologist

Qualification
He did his M.B.B.S. and D.M.R.D. from S.M.S. Medical College, Jaipur and Working as a Consultant Physician since 37 years.

Achievements
Dr. Mahesh Honoured as one of top 5 practitioners of Jaipur by Rajasthan Patrika. He became Founder Secretary for bringing up a 100 bedded charitable hospital in Vidhyadhar Nagar, Jaipur and Honorary Physician for India International School and International College for Girls since their inception.

Social Milestones
Dr. Mahesh has been Former President of Rotary Club Jaipur Round Town, Former President Medical Practitioners‟ Society, Former Honorary Secretary Indian Medical Association and JMA Club and Former Honorary Secretary Agrasen Medical Relief Society in past years
He conducted Researches on Diabetes, Hypertensive and Thyroid disorder medications and also did Special work in Geriatric Medicine, Family Medicine and Child Health
At present, he is vice president of IMA (Rajasthan).

Conferences
Dr. Mahesh has attended many Medical conferences as a chair person in India and Abroad.

DR. PRATIMA PODDAR (AGARWAL)

M.B.B.S., D.G.O., F.C.C.P.

Obstetrician & Gynecologist

Laparoscopic Gynae Surgeon & Inertility Specialist

Academic Qualifications
Dr. Pratima completed her M.B.B.S. in May, 2007 from Mahatama Gandhi Institute Of Medical Sciences, Jaipur. She also did Diploma in Gynecology and Obstetrics in June, 2011 from Padm. Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pimpri. Pune. She was trained for Fundamental Critical Care Service Provider Course by American Academy of Critical Care. She is awarded Fellowship in MINIMAL ACCESS SUREGERY from BIMAST, Jaipur.

Current Designation
Dr. Pratima is working in Poddar Hospital as Laproscopic Surgeon in Gynaecology and Obstetrics Department.

Work Experience
Dr. Pratima worked at various places including Bhandari hospital and Research Centre for 9 years as Consultant Laproscopic Surgeon, Vasundhara IVF Centre, Jaipur Hospital, Jaipur Fertility & Microsurgery Research Centre and Pandya Hospital.

Research Experience
Dr. Pratima has done 100 patient case study on “Relevance of Ovarian Volume in Adolescents with Menstrual Disorders”. She was Presented paper on the same topic in National Conference, West Zone YUVA FOGSI 2010, Mahabaleshwar and awarded as the 'Best Paper Overall'.
She has given presentations in various seminars on various topics related to Laparoscopic Gynae Surgery and attended various CME‟s at National Level. Her article on the topic “Cesarean Scar - Ectopic Pregnancy” A rare case Presented in Indian Journal of Applied Research in October, 2018.

DR. S.R. AGARKHEDKAR

M.B.B.S., M.D. (Pediatric Medicine)

Dr. Sharad Agarkhedkar’s illustrious career as a Consultant Pediatrician, past Professor and Head of Dept of Pediatrics in Medical college is marked by influential leadership, groundbreaking research, and invaluable contributions to medical education and healthcare policy. His dedication to advancing the field of Pediatric medicine is truly commendable.

Current Position: Esteemed Consultant in Clinical Trials and Research

 Recognized for invaluable contributions as an Advisory Committee Member tasked with redrafting the National Medical Commission (NMC) bill, a critical endeavor in shaping the future of medical regulations.

 Elected as the illustrious President of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) in Pune during the year 2001, demonstrating visionary leadership in the field of Pediatric medicine.

 Distinguished mentorship, having supervised over 225 Postgraduate Dissertations and more than 5 Ph.D. Theses, shaping the future of Pediatric research and education.

 Esteemed Speaker at National Conferences of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and the Dental Association, sharing invaluable insights and expertise with peers. Highly regarded Faculty member at numerous national conferences, actively contributing to the dissemination of cutting-edge medical knowledge.

 Trusted Reviewer for articles slated for publication in esteemed journals like Indian Pediatrics and Elsevier, ensuring the quality and relevance of scientific contributions

 Principal Investigator for over 55 groundbreaking clinical trials, leading pioneering research collaborations with globally recognized institutions and pharmaceutical giants such as WHO, Sanofi, Pfizer, and Serum.

Dr. Shalaka S. Agarkhedkar

M.B.B.S., D. Opthal.

Clinical Trial Consultant

  • Work Expertize - She worked as a Clinical Trial Specialist, establishing units at medical colleges and hospitals, executing over 50 trials, and collaborating with industries like Pfizer, Sanofi, Novartis, GSK, Serum, WHO, and Johnson & Johnson.

  • Educational Qualifications – Completed M.B.B.S., Diploma in Ophthalmology, Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research& Clinical Data Management, Medico-Legal Certificate from Indian Medical Association, and Ph.D. from Dr. D. Y. Patil University,Pune.

  • Professional Trainings She completed research ethics course , Medico-Legal Certificate Course, WHO ICH-GCP Training, IMPALA training, and monitoring process training, focusing on clinical trials in children.

  • Research Activities as Clinical Trials Specialist – She developed effective methodologies and protocols for study tasks, trained 160-170 investigators on Good Clinical Practices, and prepared the site and team for audits and inspections. Expert in implementing a standardizedoperating procedure and reworded it for clear guidance, resulting in exceptional results for stakeholders and simplifying trial procedures.

  • Teaching Experience – She played a crucial role in teaching students in various Clinical Research and Clinical Data Management subjects at Pune University and Bilcare Research Academy, Pune.

  • Publications & Presentations - 7 International Publications to credit in Vaccine, and Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, 2 National Publications

  • Special Awards - She was a distinguished faculty member, panellist and guest speaker at various conferences. She was invited to evaluate Instruction Course abstracts in Pediatric-Community Ophthalmology for AIOC 2022 and 2023, demonstrating expertise by evaluating 78 abstracts.