
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY
KPT(JPS)/(R/421/7/0025) 11/20

PROGRAMME INTRODUCTION
AIMST University now offers a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Medical Microbiology. This innovative programme provides a solid foundation in medical microbiology as a basis for teaching, as well as basic and applied research. It considers all aspects of medical microbiology and incorporates local requirement as stipulated by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency.
This programme has been develop to provide postgraduate training in medical microbiology and is intended for students graduating from life science and related disciplines who wish to extend their knowledge of microbiology and / or wish to pursue a career in the medical sciences.


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General Health Practice
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Specialist Practice
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University Teaching & Research
WHY AIMST

AIMST University pledges to provide the best array of services and facilities to meet the discerning needs of our students. We have a range of specialist services ready to help and support them during their time with us. Our Student Affairs Officers will assist students in making arrangements for accommodation, transportation and even help to organise extracurricular activities for them. We also have a team of professionally trained Student Counsellors who are ever willing to assist students in handling any personal difficulties or problems. Students who require financial assistance may also contact the Student Affairs Division.
Diligent Security Officers help to ensure the safety of our students while healthcare needs can be met at the Student Health Clinic. Above all these, we have a strong team of support staff to ensure efficient and up-to-date learning facilities such as computer laboratories and a fast-growing library of books, journals and other resources for information retrieval. Our International Office is a one-stop centre catering to enquiries from international students, as AIMST University opens its door to students from the region and the rest of the world. With the services and facilities provided, we hope to create a cosy home-away-from-home environment for all our students and to provide the right atmosphere so that they can experience a lively, exciting and productive university life.




FACILITIES
AIMST is fully equipped with a full range of modern lifestyle as well as sports & recreational facilities for the comfort and convenience of our students. These encompass a state-of-the-art library, cafeteria, healthcare and IT facilities and specially designated prayer rooms for Muslim staff and students.
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Assoc. Professor Dr. Anthony Leela

ASSOC. PROF. DR. LEELA ANTHONY
Deputy Dean (Research, Postgraduate and Administration)
MBBS - Andhra University, India
MSc Occup Med - National University of Singapore, (NUS)
PhD - National University of Singapore, (NUS)

Professor Dr. P. K. Rajesh

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Gokul Shankar
ANATOMY

Prof. Dr. R. Arulmoli

Dr. R. Arulmoli
Professor
MBBS, M.S( Anatomy)
Research Interests:
- Animal Experiments
- Medical Genetics
- Medical Education

Dr. Namani Satyanarayana

DR. NAMANI SATYANARAYANA
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
PhD (AIMST University, Malaysia)
M.Sc Medical Anatomy - Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar, INDA. (Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, INDIA)
BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and surgery) – JSPSGH Medical College, Hyderabad, INDIA. (Dr NTR University of Health sciences, INDIA.)
Research Interest:
- Experimental Diabetes and Glucose metabolism regulating gene expression
- Neuro Anatomy, Micro Anatomy, Experimental embryology

Dr. Jagadeesh Dhamodharan

Dr. Jagadeesh Dhamodharan
Lecturer
BDS(Bachelor of Dental Surgery, The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR. Medical University), MSc.Medical Anatomy( Saveetha University), FAGE( Manipal University)
Research Interests:
- Anthropometric Anatomy
- Quantum Anatomy
- Forensic Anatomy & Clinical Anatomy

Mr. Savinaya

Mr. Savinaya
Lecturer
MSc (Medical) - MAHE (MANIPAL UNIVERSITY), INDIA
Research Interest:
- Human Anatomy
- Comparative Anatomy
- Anthropology, Evolution & Genetics

Dr. Parthiban Govindarajoo

Dr. Parthiban Govindarajoo
Lecturer
M.D., M.Sc. (Human Anatomy)
Research Interests:
- Anthropometry and Biomechanics

Dr. Victor

Dr. Victor A. David Alexander
Lecturer
M.Sc Human Anatomy - AIMST University,
MBBS - Mysore UNIVERSITY
Research Interest:
- Clinical Anatomy
- Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
- Anatomical Variation in Cadaveric Study
- Histology and Tissue Processing
- Music Therapy for Autistic Mind

Ms. Normah Abd Jamil

Ms. Normah Binti Abd Jamil
Lecturer
Qualifications:
BSc.(Hon) Applied Rehabilitation - Physiotherapy(UK),
MSc. Human Anatomy (AIMST)
Research Interests:
- Anatomy (Anthropometry)
- Physiotherapy (Biomechanic & Musculoskeletal Pain)

Mr. Aswinprakash

Mr. Aswinprakash Subramaniam
Lecturer
MSc. Medical Human Anatomy (University of Kanchipuram,India),
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Dr. MGR Medical University,India)
Research Interest:
- Embryology, Biomechanics, Neuro Anatomy

Mr. K.Balaji

Mr. K. Balaji
Lecturer
M.Sc. (MEDICAL ANATOMY)
Research Interest:
- Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells
- Imaging Anatomy
- Macro Anatomy
PHYSIOLOGY

Sr. Assoc. Professor Dr. Usha Kumari

SENIOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. USHA KUMARI
Qualifications:
MSc (Medical Physiology), PhD
Research Interest:
- Cancer Genetics
- Molecular Biology
- Electrophysiology

Prof. Rabindarjeet Singh

PROF. RABINDARJEET SINGH
Qualifications:
Ph.D (Physiology) - King's College, London,UK.,B.Sc (Hons) Biological Chemistry - Essex,UK.
Research Interest:
- Sports nutrition and the effects of supplements on performance
- Effects of exercise in heat on the blood, metabolic, hormones and electrolyte parameters
- Relationship between physical activity, physical fitness and health

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Francis Stanley Mangalakumar Robert

DR. FRANCIS STANLEY MANGALAKUMAR ROBERT
Sr. Associate Professor
Qualifications:
M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D.(Physiology- CMC)
Research Interest:
- Primate Pancreatic Islet Transplantation as a Permanent Cure to Type I Diabetes

Dr. Paripelli Sunitha

DR. PARIPELLI SUNITHA
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
PhD (AIMST University, Malaysia)
MSc Medical Physiology -Prathima Medical College, Kariminager,India (Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, INDIA.)
BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and surgery) - JSPS Govt. Homoeo Medical College, Hyderabad, INDIA. (Dr NTR University of Health sciences, INDIA.)
Research Interest:
- Neuro Physiology, Endocrine Physiology, Cardiovascular Physiology
- Experimental Diabetes and Glucose metabolism regulating gene expression

Dr. Rajiv Pathak

Name: | DR. RAJIV PATHAK |
Grade/position held: | Sr. Lecturer |
Unit: | Physiology (FOM) |
Qualifications: | PhD., MSc. Honors |
Area of Research Interest: | Antioxidants, Trace Metal Toxicology, Medical Education |

Dr. Tanbira Alam

DR. TANBIRA ALAM
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS, MPHIL(Medical Physiology)
Contacts:
Ext: 8129
Email Address: alamtanbira@gmail.com
Research Interest:
- Sports Physiology/Sports Medicine
- Medical Education

Dr. Sherly Deborah. G

Name: | DR. SHERLY DEBORAH. G |
Grade/position held: | Lecturer |
Unit: | Physiology (FOM) |
Qualifications: | M.Sc Medical Physiology,MBA - Hospital Management, Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) |
Area of Research Interest: | Medical Education & Reproductive Strategies |

Ms. Harini Narayanam

Ms. Harini Narayanam
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MSc Medical Physiology
Research Interest:
- Exercise Physiology
- Neurophysiology

Dr. Ng Chin Theng

Dr. Ng Chin Theng
Lecturer
Qualifications:
PhD. Physiology, Universiti Putra Malaysia
BSc. Biomedical Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia
Research Interest:
- Vascular biology
- Inflammation
- Permeability
- Oxidative stress
- Angiogenesis - Natural products drug discovery
BIOCHEMISTRY

Senior Assoc. Professor Dr. Khin Mar Aye

Senior Assoc. Professor Dr. Khin Mar Aye
Head of Unit
MBBS (University of Medicine 1 Yangon), MMedSc (Biochemistry), Dip Med Ed (University of Medicine Mandalay)
Research Interests:
- Nutrition
- Lipids & Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. A. Diwakar

SR. ASSOC. PROFESSOR DR. A. DIWAKAR
Qualifications:
M.D Acupuncture - Nagpur University, M.D Biochemistry - Madras India,
D.C.H. Paediatrics - Madras University, MBBS - Madras University
Research Interest:
- Inborn Errors of Metabolism

Assoc. Professor Dr. Uma Sankar Akula

Assoc. Professor Dr. Uma Sankar Akula
PhD in Biochemistry, MSc in Biochemistry (Andhra University, India)
Research Interest:
- Thermostable and alkaline enzymes.
- Anti oxidant and Anti inflammatory compounds.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rohini Karunakaran

DR.ROHINI KARUNAKARAN
Associate Professor
Preclinical Coordinator
Qualifications:
PGDMLT, PGDCFS, PGDBI, PGDHR
CIMHSE (HKU); PGCertMedEd (Dundee)
M.Sc(Biochem), M.Sc(Clin Microbio), M.Phil, B.Ed, PhD
Research Interest:
- Medical Education, Genomics, Proteomics & Bioinformatics
- Molecular Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches to Diseases, Procalcitonin

Ms. Sridevi Visvanathan

Ms. Sridevi Visvanathan
Senior Lecturer
M.Sc- Biochemistry,
M.Phil- Biotechnology,
PG Diploma in DNA finger printing and forensic Biotechnology,
Good Clinical Practice
Research Interests:
- Role of non-protein coding RNAs in bacterial pathogenesis
- Role of protein misfolding pathway in human cancer

Mr. M.Bala Sundaram

Mr. M.Bala Sundaram
Senior Lecturer
M.Sc - Appl.Nutrition,
M.Sc- Biochemistry,
M.Phil- Biotechnology,
PG Diploma in DNA finger printing and forensic Biotechnology,
Good Clinical Practice
Research Interests:
- Nutritional Bio-Chemistry
- Phytochemical studies on Medicinal plants
- Nano Medicine

Dr. Sam Annie Jeyachristy

Dr. Sam Annie Jeyachristy
Senior Lecturer
Faculty Postgraduate Coordinator
Deputy Director, Centre for Postgarduate Studies
Qualifications:
PhD., MSc. in Biochemistry, FSAB
Research Interests:
- Protein Folding and Misfolding
- Nitric Oxide Signaling
- Herbal/ Traditional Medicines
- Platelet Functions

Prof. Lalitha Pattabhiraman

Prof. Lalitha Pattabhiraman
Qualifications:
PhD. in Biotechnology, Anna University India
MSc. in Medical Biochemistry, Christian Medical College, Vellore India
BSc. Chemistry, University of Madras India
Research Interests:
- Molecular diagnostics
- Phase Biology
- Human lymphatic filariasis diagnostics
PHARMACOLOGY

Prof. Dr. M.A. Naga Rani

PROF. DR. M.A. NAGA RANI
Professor & HOD
Qualifications:
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Research Interest:
- Pharmacoepidemiology & Prescription Audit
- Experimental Diabetes Mellitus
- Medical Education

Dr. Suprava Das

DR. SUPRAVA DAS
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS
Master in Pharmacology
Area of Research Interest:
- Experimental Pharmacology
- Interventional Pharmacology
- Toxicology

Dr. Myat Thu Thu Win

DR. MYAT THU THU WIN
Sr. Lecturer
Qualifications:
PhD (Japan), M.Med.Sc.(Pharmacology), MBBS
Research Interest:
- Aging

Dr. Nazmun Nahar Alam

Dr. Nazmun Nahar Alam
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS, M.Phil
Research Interests:
- Experimental Pharmacology
- Neuro-Pharmacology
- Medical Education
MICROBIOLOGY

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arun Kumar Adhikary

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arun Kumar Adhikary
Sr. Assoc. Professor & Head of Unit
Qualifications:
MBBS, PhD (The University of Tokyo), PostDoc (JSPS fellow, National Institute of Infectious Diseases, Tokyo)
Research Interests:
- Development of molecular diagnostics of respiratory, enteric and oculopathogenic viruses.
- Development of siRNA based therapy against medically important human adenoviruses (HAdVs).
- Genetics & Bioinformatics analysis of medically important viruses.
- Genomic fingerprinting of medically important viruses.

Prof. Emeritus Dr. Harcharan Singh Sidhu

Prof. Emeritus Dr. Harcharan Singh Sidhu
Qualification:
PhD, University of London
MSc. Herriot-Watt University Edinburgh UK
BSc. University of Bombay
Research Interests:
- Biopharmaceutical production of botanical drugs for cancer treatment
- Medical plant research targeting angiogenesis
- Mycorrhiza Applications (Fungi) in palm oil root augmentation
- Antibiotic resistance of bacterial strains isolated from clinical specimens
- Production of bioinsecticide effective against mansonia larvae for the prevention of Elephantiasis

Professor Dr. P. K. Rajesh

PROF. DR. P.K.RAJESH
Deputy Dean (Academic & International Affairs)
MBBS, MD (Madras University)
Research Interests:
- Antibiotic Resistance
- Effective Teaching Methods
- Peer Assisted Learning

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr. S. Gokul Shankar

SR. ASSOC. PROF. DR. S.GOKUL SHANKAR
Deputy Dean (Student Affairs & Alumni)
MSc, PhD (MS University)
Research Interests:
- Medical Mycology: Evolutionary studies, Parasitic adaptations and Reservoir status of Medically important fungi; Dermatophytes, Malassezia sp, Cryptococcus neoformans Diabetic foot infections: Medical plants Research; Immunomodulatory Properties; Antimicrobial research - Synergy studies.
- Development of supplementary health foods for children, women, diabetic and convalescing people.
- Cosmeticology - Development of new formulationsand novel evaluation methods for functional Cosmetics/drugs

Dr. Tahmina Monowar

DR. TAHMINA MONOWAR
Senior Lecturer
MBBS (SUST), CCD (BIHS), M.Phil in Microbiology (SUST)
Research Interests:
- Antibiotic Resistance, Bacteriology, Environmental Biotechnology, Immunology

Ms. Remya Vallathol

Ms. Remya Vallathol
Senior Lecturer
Joint Preclinical Coordinator
MBBS Year 1 Coordinator
PG Diploma in Criminology and Forensic Science - Annamalai University),
M.Phil ( Microbiology ) - Bharathidasan University,
M.Sc ( Microbiology) - Bharathiar University
Research Interest:
- Clinical Bacteriology and Mycology

Ms. Nur Adilla Binti Zaini

MS. NUR ADILLA BINTI ZAINI
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MSc. Medical Microbiology (dist.) - Manchester, UK
Research Interest:
- Antibacterial effect of nature's sources and commercial products
- Modulating susceptibilities of bacteria using honey

Dr. Sharmin Rozhana

DR. SHARMIN ROZHANA
Lecturer
Qualifications:
M.Phil (Virology)- Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka
MBBS - University of Rajshahi (Rangpur Medical College)
Research Interest:
- Opportunistic Infections in HIV Infected Patients

Dr. Komathi Selvarajah

Dr. Komathi Selvarajah
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS,MSC Medical Microbiology
Research Interests:
- Antibiotic Resistance
- Clinical Microbiology
- Medical Simulation
- Exploring the therapeutic effects of yoga on various diseases
PATHOLOGY

Senior Assoc. Professor Dr. Bharathi Sengodan

Senior Assoc. Professor Dr. Bharathi Sengodan
HOD
MBBS (Madras University), MD (Sri Ramachandra Deemed University)
Research Interests:
- Medical education

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Matiullah Khan

DR. MATIULLAH KHAN
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
MBBS, PhD
Research Interest:
- Protein misfolding pathway as a genetic mechanism of Human Cancers
- Therapeutic targeting of protein misfolding pathway in human cancers with novel protein conformation modifiers

Dr. Ashok Kumar

DR. ASHOK KUMAR
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
Postdoc Fellowship, PhD., D.C.P., MBBS
Research Interest:
- Oncogenes, Stem Cells, Drugs Against Cancers

Dr. Shyamoli Mustafa

DR. SHYAMOLI MUSTAFA
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
M.Phil (Pathology), MBBS
Research Interest:
- Pathobiology of Cancer

Dr. Muhammad Nazmul Baqui

DR. MUHAMMAD NAZMUL BAQUI
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
MD (Pathology)- University of Dhaka
MBBS- University of Dhaka (Mymensingh Medical College)
Research Interest:
- Nephropathology
- Lupus nephritis
- Drug nephrotoxicity

Dr.Urmila Banik

Dr. Urmila Banik
Senior Lecturer
PBL Coordinator
Qualifications:
MBBS, MPhil (Pathology)
Research Fellowship (National Cancer Center, Tokyo, Japan)
Research Intern (NIID, Tokyo, Japan)
Research Interests:
- Studying modulatory effect of natural products on different cancer models at the cellular and molecular level.
- Molecular analysis of clinically important human adenoviruses from pathological aspect.
- Viral oncogenesis and viral genomics.

Dr. Aye Aye Tun

Dr. Aye Aye Tun
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
M.Med.Sc (Pathology), MBBS
Research Interests:
- Pathobiology of Cancer
- Targeted Antitumor Therapeutics
MEDICINE

Prof. Dr. K.K.Perumal

DR.K.K.PERUMAL
Professor
Head of Unit
Qualifications:
M.D, PhD, Dip.in DIAB & DMRD
Research Interest:
- Diabetes Mellitus
OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY

Assoc. Professor Dr. Kailash Chandra Kharkwal

Assoc. Professor Dr. Kailash Chandra Kharkwal
LMBBS (Kanpur University, India), MD (University of Poona, India)
Research Interests:
- Uro- Gynaecology

Dr. Smita Sharma

Dr. Smita Sharma
Clinical Tutor
MBBS (University of Bombay - Goa Medical College), DGO (University of Rajasthan - RNT Medical College)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Moopil Velayudhan Jaipal

ASSOC. PROF. DR. MOOPIL VELAYUDHAN JAIPAL
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS DGo, MD
Research Interest:
- Urinary Incontinence

Assoc. Prof.
Dr. Rajesh Panicker

Dr. Rajesh Panicker
Assoc. Prof.
Qualifications:
MBBS, MD
Research Interest:
- Urogynecology
- Gynecological Oncology

Dr. Ng Hock Beng

Dr. Ng Hock Beng
Qualifications:
M.B.B.S. (Malaya), M.R.C.O.G. (London), F.R.C.O.G.(London)
Institutions Membership:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Society (Kuala Lumpur)
- Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ( London)
PAEDIATRICS

Dr. Md. Kanchan Ali Mallik

DR. MD. KANCHAN ALI MALLIK
Head of Unit
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS, DCH, DTCH, FACTM, MSc, MRCPCH (part2)
Contacts:
Ext: 8062
Email Address: kanchanmallik09@gmail.com
Research Interests:
- Haematology in Paediatrics
- Haemolytic Anaemia in Children eg. Thalassemia
- Breast Feeding

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lei Lei Win

Assoc. Professor Dr. Lei Lei Win
Qualifications:
M.B;B.S(Ygn), M.Med.Sc (Paediatrics), University of Medicine II, Yangon, Myanmar. MRCPCH Applied Knowlege in Practice (UK).
Research Interests:
- Haematology
- Infectious Diseases

Dr. Mariam
Mahmoud Hassan

DR. MARIAM MAHMOUD HASSAN
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
MRCPCH part-I (Royal College Paed & Child Health,UK), MRCPCH part-II (Royal College Paed & Child health,UK)
M.Sc of Paediatrics (Cairo University, Egypt)
MBBS (Cairo University, Egypt)
Research Interest:
- Chronic Paediatric Airway diseases (Bronchial Asthma, Bronchiectasis, PCD and Cystic Fibrosis)
- Obesity in Paediatrics and Hemolytic diseases (Thalassemia and SCD)

Dr. Vimalah Devi
Gengathurai

Name: | DR. VIMALAH DEVI GENGATHURAI |
Grade/position held: | Doctor |
Academic positions/duties: | Tutor |
Unit: | Paediatrics |
Office room no: | 024 |
Qualifications: | Medical Degree - Methodist University of Indonesia |
Area of Research Interest: |
PSYCHIATRY

Prof. Dr. S.Sudarsanan

Prof. Dr. S.Sudarsanan
Qualifications:
MBBS,MD (Psychiatry)
Research Interest:
- Substance Use Disorders
- Liaison Psychiatry and Depression

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arun Sen

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Arun Sen
Qualifications:
MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)
Research Interest:
- Borderline Personality Organisation
- Transference Focused Psychotherapy

Ms. Makespary Karunanidi

Ms. Makespary Karunanidi
Qualifications:
Masters in Clinical Psychology(UKM)
Bachelor Degree in Psychology and Mass Communication(UKM)
Registered and Licensed Counselor(Malaysia Counselor‘s Board)
Certified Substance Abuse Therapist (Asia Pacific Certification Board (APCB) )
Diploma in Psychology (Counseling) (UKM)
Certificate in Applied Psychology (Singapore Institute of Human Resource and Management (SIHRM), Singapore)
Certificate in Counselling (Counselling & Care Centre (CCC), Singapore)
ORTHOPAEDICS

Assoc. Professor Dr. Sara Thomas

Assoc. Professor Dr. Sara Thomas
MBBS (Madras Medical College, Chennai India), D.Orth (Madras Medical College. Chennai, India), MS.Orth (All India Institute of Medical Sciences. New Delhi, India)
Research Interests:
- Paediartric Orthopaedics and Reconstructive Surgery
OPHTHALMOLOGY

Senior Assoc. Professor Dr. Christina Gellknight

Sr. Assoc. Professor Dr. Christina Gellknight
Head Of Unit
Qualifications:
MBBS. MS (Master of Surgery, Ophthalmology),
DNB (Diplomate National Board),
DOMS (Diploma in Ophthalmology),
Cornea Fellowship, Erasmus University, Rotterdam.
Paediatric Ophthalmology, Loma Linda University, California, USA.
Research Interests:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Diabetic Retinopathy
A & E
CLINICAL LIAISON UNIT
RADIOLOGY

Dr. Arefuddin Ahmed

Dr. Arefuddin Ahmed
Associate Professor
MPhil (Radiology & Imaging) – Institute of Postgraduate Medicine & Research under Dhaka University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
MBBS – Dhaka Medical College under Dhaka University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Research Interests:
- Newer imaging techniques in ultrasound and their role in differentiating malignant tumours from the benign ones
- Newer imaging techniques in MRI and their role in early detection of ischemic stroke in brain
FAMILY MEDICINE
Assoc. Prof. Dr Sawri Rajan L.Rajagopal Naidu
DR SAWRI RAJAN L. RAJAGOPAL NAIDU
Associate Professor
Head of Community Medicine Unit
Qualifications:
B.Sc., - Madras University
MBBS - Madras University
PGDp Fam Med.(Adv.Level) - AFPM
M.Sc.Occ Med - NUS
Area of Research Interest:
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2, Obesity, Adolescent Health

Dr. Tin Soe

Dr.Tin Soe @ Saifullah Bin Hashim
Lecturer
M. B.;B.S (University of Medicine (Mandalay); D.F.T(Diploma in Food Technology)(Ygn);
Dip;Med.Sc (G.P) (General Practice)(University ofMedicine(I) Yangon; C.C.F.M (Family Medicine )(MMA,Ygn) ;
D.F.M(PG:C.F.M)(Family Medicine)(AFPM-Malaysia); C.C.M (Primary Clinical Care Cardio Medicine)(AFPM+IJN)(Malaysia);
PG:Diploma in Primary Care Clinical Dermatology
Research Interests:
- Family Medicine & Public Health
ANAESTHESIOLOGY
COMMUNITY MEDICINE

Assoc. Prof. Dr Anthony Leela

DR. ANTHONY LEELA AMN AMP AM
Assoc Prof / Deputy Dean Postgraduate, Research and Administration
Qualifications:
MBBS, MSc Occp Med, PhD
Contacts:
Ext: 3021
Email Address: drleelaa@yahoo.com; leelajoe90@gmail.com; leela_j@aimst.edu.com
Research Interest:
- Occupational, Public and Environmental Health

Assoc. Prof. Dr Tracy Sein

DR. TRACY SEIN
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
DLSHTM & M.Sc. Medical Demography - London School of Hygien & Tropical Medicine, University of London
DP & TM - University of Medicine (1), Yangon
MBBS - University of Medicine Mandalay
Research Interest:
- Field Epidemiology
- Population Studies
- Public Health Related Research
- Nutrition and Health
- Health Promotion Related Research

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saraswathi Bina Rai

Dr. Saraswathi Bina Rai S. K Nagalingam
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
M.B.B.S. (Un of Mysore), MPH (Un of Malaya), EIP Malaysia
Research Interest:
- Field Epidemiology
- Outbreak Investigation
- Zoonosis

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Theingi Maung Maung

Dr. Theingi Maung Maung
Associate Professor
Qualifications:
MBBS, M.Med.Sc (Public Health)
Research Interest:
- Epidemiology
- Community Based Research
- Reproductive Health
- Adolescent Behavior

Dr. Swe Swe Latt

DR. SWE SWE LATT @ HANIFAH
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
Advanced Dip. Bussiness Management - A.B.E (UK), M.Med.Sc. - Public Health, MBBS
Research Interest:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Medical Education

Dr. Thamina Afrose

DR. THAMINA AFROSE
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MPH., MBBS
Research Interest:
- Public Health
- Infertility
CLINICAL SKILLS CENTRE

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Patrick Tan Kee Seng

ASSOC. PROF. DR. PATRICK TAN KEE SENG
Assoc. Deputy Dean Student Affairs & Alumni
Head Of Clinical Skills Centre
Qualifications:
LLM (Medical) UK, FRCA (UK),
Diploma Anesthesia (UK) Royal College of Anaesthetists,
MBBS (Vellore) Tamil Nadu, India
Research Interest:
- Medico-legal Aspect of Patient Care
- Patient Safety

Dr. Dharma Raj Tanimale

DR.DHARMA RAJ TANIMALE
Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBA Healthcare Management (AIMST University)
MD (Doctor if Medicine) – University of Medicine and Pharmacy G.R.T.Popa
Research Interest:
- Change Profile in Leadership Management
- Alternative Medicine

Dr. Mohamed Asem Bin Mohamed Ameerdin

DR. MOHAMED ASEM BIN MOHAMED AMEERDIN
Clinical Skills Instructor
Qualifications:
MD (Doctor of Medicine) - University of Medicine & Pharmacy GR.T Popa of Iasi, Romania
Contacts:
Ext: 8039
Email Address: mohamed_asem@aimst.edu.my
Research Interest:
- Cognitive & Behavioural Neuroscience
- Developmental Neuroscience, Clinical Neuroscience, Simulation

Dr. Pandian Paneerselvam

Name: | DR. PANDIAN PANEERSELVAM |
Grade/position held: | Clinical Skills Instructor |
SURGERY

Assoc. Professor Dr. Ashutosh Sharma

Assoc. Professor Dr. Ashutosh Sharma
Qualifications:
M.B.B.S , M.S. (General Surgery)
Research Interests:
- Clinical Research

Sr. Assoc. Prof. Dr Kartik Saxena

SR. ASSOC. PROF. DR. KARTIK SAXENA
Deputy Dean (Research, Postgraduate and Administration)
Qualifications:
MBBS, MS, FICS, FIAGES, FAIS, FEHS
Research Interest:
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopic TEPP Repair for Inguinal Hernia, Laparoscopic Extraperitoneal Nephrectomy)
- Endourology (Transurethral Electrovaporisation of Prostate i.e. TUEVP, Transurethral Resection of Prostate TURP)

Assoc. Professor Dr. Neoh Chin Boon

Assoc. Professor Dr. Neoh Chin Boon
MBBS (University of Malaya), FRCS (Glasgow) (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, United Kingdom)
Research Interest:
- Knee in Sports Injuries
OTOLARYNGOLOGY

Dr. Kallyan Kishore Debnath

DR. KALLYAN KISHORE DEBNATH
Senior Lecturer
Qualifications:
MBBS, DLO (Dhaka Medical College, University of Dhaka, BD)
MSc (Cardiff University, UK)
Cert. in Occup Med. (MY)
GCP Certification (MY & UK)
Research Interest:
- Hearing Loss, Allergy, Medical Education
Financial Aid

The Student Affairs Division assists students in obtaining financial aid for their courses through a number of agencies. Students may apply for the National Higher Education Student Loan Scheme (Perbadanan Tabung Pendidikan Tinggi Nasional - PTPTN) upon enrolment to a degree programme at AIMST, provided they possess a minimum of three credits in their Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM).
AIMST offers students with excellent performance in the SPM discounts on tuition fees upon enrolment in our Foundation programmes. The discount rate is based on the number of A’s obtained and could be as high as 70% of their tuition fees.
AIMST offers students with excellent performance in the SPM discounts on tuition fees upon enrolment in our Foundation programmes. The discount rate is based on the number of A’s obtained and could be as high as 70% of their tuition fees.