Dr. Chaitra Mc is an accomplished ophthalmologist and academician currently serving as Associate Professor at Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College since 1st February, with 10 years of continuous service in SDUMC. She holds an MBBS degree with MS in Ophthalmology and is duly board certified by the Karnataka Medical Council. Her academic career reflects a strong balance between clinical excellence, teaching, and research leadership in ophthalmology.

Clinical Expertise & Research Focus

Dr. Chaitra Mc’s clinical and academic interests lie in ophthalmic diseases with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice. Her MS thesis, titled “A Clinical Study of Dacryocystitis”, highlights her early commitment to clinical research and patient-oriented outcomes. She continues to contribute actively to multidisciplinary and epidemiological research initiatives.

Research Contributions & Publications

Dr. Chaitra Mc has made significant scholarly contributions, with:

• 45 publications in indexed journals

• H-index: 4

• Funded Research Projects:

  • 1 ongoing funded multidisciplinary project (funded by SDUAHER)

  • 1 completed funded multidisciplinary project

• Non-Funded Projects:

  • 3 completed

  • 9 ongoing research projects

Her research output demonstrates consistency, relevance, and growing impact in ophthalmic and interdisciplinary medical research.

Conference Presentations & Academic Engagement

She has actively disseminated her research findings through:

• 15 paper presentations and 10 poster presentations at state and national conferences

• Invited Keynote Speaker at the International Ophthalmology Conference (IOC) 2026, Singapore (March 23–26, 2026)

• Oral paper presentation at the same international conference

These engagements reflect her recognition as a respected academic voice in ophthalmology.

Professional Memberships & Affiliations

Dr. Chaitra Mc is a life member of several prestigious professional bodies:

• Karnataka Ophthalmic Society – Life Member (Membership No. 1698)

• All India Ophthalmic Society – Life Member (Membership No. C22954)

• Epidemiology Foundation of India – Life Member (Membership No. 06855)

Eligibility for Distinguished Researcher Award 

Based on her substantial publication record, ongoing and completed funded research projects, active mentorship and academic service, and international recognition through keynote and oral presentations, Dr. Chaitra Mc is highly eligible for the Distinguished Researcher Award by Scientific Laurels. Her sustained contributions to ophthalmic research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic leadership clearly meet and exceed the criteria for this prestigious recognition.