Dr. Anand R is an accomplished medical professional specializing in Respiratory Medicine, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Velammal Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Madurai. He completed his M.D. in Respiratory Medicine with Gold Medal distinction in the May 2022 outgoing examination, reflecting his academic excellence and clinical acumen.

His early career is marked by active participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and continuous professional development programs, including advanced certification courses from Harvard Medical School and Yashoda Hospitals.

Achievements & Honors

• Gold Medalist – M.D. (Respiratory Medicine), May 2022

• Second Prize – Oral Presentation at NAPCON 2020
  “Clinical usefulness of eosinophilia in differentiating COVID-19 Suspect versus other flu-like illnesses in an Outpatient setup.”

Professional Memberships

Dr. Anand is an active member of numerous national and international professional bodies, underscoring his engagement in global medical advancement:

• Association of Pulmonologists of Tamil Nadu (L-089)

• Indian Medical Association – IMA Madurai

• Indian Chest Society (L-3639)

• European Respiratory Society (467505)

• Society for Pulmonology, Interventions, Critical Care and Sleep (SPICE TN & Pondy)

• Madurai Respiratory Society

• South East Asian Academy of Sleep Medicine (SEAASM – SSM/0339)

• Indian Association of Bronchology (LM-1088)

• World Association for Bronchology & Interventional Pulmonology (WABIP – 121360)

• National Academy of Medical Sciences

Research & Publications

With 26 research publications, Dr. Anand has significantly contributed to the field of pulmonology, focusing on infectious diseases, COVID-19, tuberculosis, and diagnostic innovations in respiratory medicine. His research reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine and translational clinical applications.

Conferences, Workshops & Faculty Engagements (2019–2025)

Dr. Anand has actively presented papers and posters, participated in specialized workshops, and served as faculty in several national and international events, including:

• NAPCON, TAPPCON, PULMOCON, RRRR, MEDICON, and NATCON conferences.

• EBUS Certification Courses, Sleep Workshops, and TB Day CME Programs.

• Harvard Medical School Programs – Pulmo 360 (2024) and Advanced Management of Respiratory Diseases (2025).

His participation as faculty and panelist in multiple scientific events reflects both academic leadership and mentorship potential.

Eligibility for the Young Researcher Award

Dr. Anand R is highly eligible for the Young Researcher Award based on:

• Outstanding academic distinction (Gold Medal in M.D.).

• Strong research portfolio with 26 peer-reviewed publications.

• Recognized contributions to scientific conferences and workshops.

• Active engagement in clinical education and translational research.

• International exposure through Harvard Medical School programs.

His consistent dedication to clinical excellence, academic research, and teaching embodies the spirit of a Young Researcher Award recipient in the field of Respiratory Medicine.