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Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) of Prof. Dr. R. Thanikgaivasan: Professor of Clinical Sciences for
IUSOM's Clinical Programs at MIOT Hospitals in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, for Students
Enrolled at IUSOM - Michigan Clinical Campus in Dearborn, Michigan, USA
CURRICULUM VITAE (C.V.)
Prof. Dr. R. Thanikgaivasan, M.D., M.S., M.Ch., FICS, FIACS
ADDRESS
Chennai
Tamil Nadu
India
E.-Mail: prof_dr_r_thanikgaivasan@internationaluniversity-schoolofmedicine.org
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
M.B.B.S. (Equivalent to M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, University of Madras, India
M.S (General Surgery)
M.Ch. (Cardio Thoracic Surgery)
F.I.C.S. (Fellow International College of Surgeons) – Cardio Thoracic Surgery
F.I.A.C.S. (Fellow Indian Association of Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgeons)
MEMBERSHIP PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
1. Life Member – The Association of Surgeons of Madras, India.
2. Member of International College of Surgeons – Indian Chapter.
3. Life Member – Indian Association of Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Surgeons.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
(i) 2013 - Present: Professor of Clinical Sciences for IUSOM’s Clinical Programs at MIOT Hospitals in
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, for Students enrolled at IUSOM’s Branch Campus, namely, International
University School of Medicine (IUSOM) – Michigan Clinical Campus in Michigan, USA. Duties include to
provide Clinical Training to Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Degree and to Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical
Cardiology (PGDCC) Programs Students from Worldwide IUSOM Campuses.
(ii) September 2003 - Present: Director of Medical Education and Medical Superintendent at MIOT
Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, USA.
As Director of Medical Education duties include to conduct the following Medical Courses:
DNB Orthopaedics
DNB Anaeshesia
DNB Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery
DNB Nephrology
DNB Gastroenterology
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Spine Surgery
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Trauma Care Nursing Courses
B.Sc. Nursing
Diploma Nursing
As Medical Superintendent, responsible for the proper administration of the Hospital.
(iii) May 1997 - June 2001: Chief Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
For General Administration, duties include:
Overall In-charge of all Establishment, Administration and Disciplinary matters in the Medical
Department.
Responsible to ensure that all the equipment are in proper working condition
For Professional services, duties include:
Responsible for rendering prompt and Adequate Health care to all eligible patients.
For Financial Responsibilities, duties include:
Responsible for proper utilization of Budget Grant.
(iv) July 1992 - April 1997: Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil
Nadu, India.
(v) September 1986 - June 1992: Chief Surgeon at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu,
India.
(vi) September 1979 - August 1986: Medical Officer (Selection Grade) at Chennai Port Trust Hospital,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
(vii) December 1969 - September 1979: Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil
Nadu, India.
DR. THANIKGAIVASAN'S OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS DURING HIS CAREER IN CHENNAI PORT
TRUST HOSPITAL, CHENNAI, INDIA
1. Founded the Speciality of General Surgery on Sound Surgical Principles and improved the techniques
of Surgeries and introduced many Advanced Surgical procedures.
2. Founded the Speciality of Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgery in Chennai Port Trust Hospital in
1986 which was the only one of its kind among the Hospitals of Major Ports in India.
All types of Closed & Open Heart Surgeries, Lung, Oseophageal, and Chest Wall Surgeries were routinely
performed.
Chennai Port Trust Hospital was a Referral Centre for Cardio Thoracic Surgery for other Port Hospitals.
3. A Pathology Museum was started by Dr. Thanikgaivasan with a good number of specimens.
4. Chennai Port Trust Hospital’s Ultra-Modern Operating Theatre Department, which houses four
Operating Theatre suites was solely designed and equipped by Dr. Thanikgaivasan.
5. The Chennai Port Medical services were reorganised and streamlined to provide prompt and proper
health care to the patients.
LIST OF SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
1. Meckel’s Diverticulum: Mediscope, April 1975, Vol.XVIII No.1
2. Thrombo – Angitis Obliterans: Mediscope, 1975, Vol.XVIII No.V
3. Burns: Mediscope, December 1976, Vol.XIX No.IX
4. Sapheno Nodal Anastamosis: Mediscope, March 1977, Vol.XIX No.XII
5. Tetanus Immunization: Maharashtra Medical Journal, Vol.XXIV No.5, August 1977
6. Dermoid Cyst of the Ovary: Medicscope, June 1978, Vol.XXI No.III
7. Non-Specific Stricture of Ileum: Mediscope, August 1978, Vol.XII No.V
CONFERENCES
Attended almost all Annual Conferences of Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons, since
1980.
Conferences attended – Some Highlights:
Paper Presentations in Conferences
40th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE ASSOCIATION OF SURGEONS OF INDIA, CALCUTTA 1980
1. Partial absence of Pericardium in association with Pulmonary Atresia
2. Anterior Thoracotomy in Supine position for lung resection.
5th ASIAN CONGRESS OF THORACIC AND CARDIO VASCULAR SURGERY, CHENNAI, INDIA –
FEBRUARY 14-18, 1981
Surgery for Benign Vena Caval non-specific Phlebitis
JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF ASSOCIATION OF THORACIC AND CARDIO VASCULAR SURGEONS
OF INDIA AND CARDIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA – HELD AT BANGALORE 27th SEPTEMBER TO 1st
OCTOBER 1987
Poster Presentation
Bizarre Presentation of a Mediastinal Dermoid.
XXVI WORLD CONGRESS OF THE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS HELD AT MILAN, ITALY –
3rd TO 9th JULY 1988
Paper and Video Presentation
"CLOSED MITRAL COMMISSUROTOMY” – ITS ROLE AS A SURGICAL PROCEDURE IN DEVELOPING
COUNTRIES.
________________________________________________
IUSOM Main Campus and Headquarters
International University School of Medicine
Kaya Mòfi 1
P. O. Box # 59
Kralendijk, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands (Dutch Caribbean) 0000BQ
The Netherlands, European Union (EU)
Telephone: + 599 - 717 - 6792
Fax: + 599 - 717- 8385
CRIB (Tax) Number at Caribisch Nederland Belastingdienst: 303056514
info@InternationalUniversity-SchoolOfMedicine.org
All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be verified
by the viewer.
Copyright © 2005 - 2505 The Trustees of International University School of
Medicine
IUSOM's Clinical Programs at MIOT Hospitals in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, for Students
Enrolled at IUSOM - Michigan Clinical Campus in Dearborn, Michigan, USA
CURRICULUM VITAE (C.V.)
Prof. Dr. R. Thanikgaivasan, M.D., M.S., M.Ch., FICS, FIACS
ADDRESS
Chennai
Tamil Nadu
India
E.-Mail: prof_dr_r_thanikgaivasan@internationaluniversity-schoolofmedicine.org
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
M.B.B.S. (Equivalent to M.D.), Faculty of Medicine, University of Madras, India
M.S (General Surgery)
M.Ch. (Cardio Thoracic Surgery)
F.I.C.S. (Fellow International College of Surgeons) – Cardio Thoracic Surgery
F.I.A.C.S. (Fellow Indian Association of Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgeons)
MEMBERSHIP PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
1. Life Member – The Association of Surgeons of Madras, India.
2. Member of International College of Surgeons – Indian Chapter.
3. Life Member – Indian Association of Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Surgeons.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
(i) 2013 - Present: Professor of Clinical Sciences for IUSOM’s Clinical Programs at MIOT Hospitals in
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, for Students enrolled at IUSOM’s Branch Campus, namely, International
University School of Medicine (IUSOM) – Michigan Clinical Campus in Michigan, USA. Duties include to
provide Clinical Training to Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Degree and to Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical
Cardiology (PGDCC) Programs Students from Worldwide IUSOM Campuses.
(ii) September 2003 - Present: Director of Medical Education and Medical Superintendent at MIOT
Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, USA.
As Director of Medical Education duties include to conduct the following Medical Courses:
DNB Orthopaedics
DNB Anaeshesia
DNB Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery
DNB Nephrology
DNB Gastroenterology
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Spine Surgery
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Trauma Care Nursing Courses
B.Sc. Nursing
Diploma Nursing
As Medical Superintendent, responsible for the proper administration of the Hospital.
(iii) May 1997 - June 2001: Chief Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
For General Administration, duties include:
Overall In-charge of all Establishment, Administration and Disciplinary matters in the Medical
Department.
Responsible to ensure that all the equipment are in proper working condition
For Professional services, duties include:
Responsible for rendering prompt and Adequate Health care to all eligible patients.
For Financial Responsibilities, duties include:
Responsible for proper utilization of Budget Grant.
(iv) July 1992 - April 1997: Deputy Chief Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil
Nadu, India.
(v) September 1986 - June 1992: Chief Surgeon at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu,
India.
(vi) September 1979 - August 1986: Medical Officer (Selection Grade) at Chennai Port Trust Hospital,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
(vii) December 1969 - September 1979: Medical Officer at Chennai Port Trust Hospital, Chennai, Tamil
Nadu, India.
DR. THANIKGAIVASAN'S OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS DURING HIS CAREER IN CHENNAI PORT
TRUST HOSPITAL, CHENNAI, INDIA
1. Founded the Speciality of General Surgery on Sound Surgical Principles and improved the techniques
of Surgeries and introduced many Advanced Surgical procedures.
2. Founded the Speciality of Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgery in Chennai Port Trust Hospital in
1986 which was the only one of its kind among the Hospitals of Major Ports in India.
All types of Closed & Open Heart Surgeries, Lung, Oseophageal, and Chest Wall Surgeries were routinely
performed.
Chennai Port Trust Hospital was a Referral Centre for Cardio Thoracic Surgery for other Port Hospitals.
3. A Pathology Museum was started by Dr. Thanikgaivasan with a good number of specimens.
4. Chennai Port Trust Hospital’s Ultra-Modern Operating Theatre Department, which houses four
Operating Theatre suites was solely designed and equipped by Dr. Thanikgaivasan.
5. The Chennai Port Medical services were reorganised and streamlined to provide prompt and proper
health care to the patients.
LIST OF SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
1. Meckel’s Diverticulum: Mediscope, April 1975, Vol.XVIII No.1
2. Thrombo – Angitis Obliterans: Mediscope, 1975, Vol.XVIII No.V
3. Burns: Mediscope, December 1976, Vol.XIX No.IX
4. Sapheno Nodal Anastamosis: Mediscope, March 1977, Vol.XIX No.XII
5. Tetanus Immunization: Maharashtra Medical Journal, Vol.XXIV No.5, August 1977
6. Dermoid Cyst of the Ovary: Medicscope, June 1978, Vol.XXI No.III
7. Non-Specific Stricture of Ileum: Mediscope, August 1978, Vol.XII No.V
CONFERENCES
Attended almost all Annual Conferences of Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons, since
1980.
Conferences attended – Some Highlights:
Paper Presentations in Conferences
40th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE ASSOCIATION OF SURGEONS OF INDIA, CALCUTTA 1980
1. Partial absence of Pericardium in association with Pulmonary Atresia
2. Anterior Thoracotomy in Supine position for lung resection.
5th ASIAN CONGRESS OF THORACIC AND CARDIO VASCULAR SURGERY, CHENNAI, INDIA –
FEBRUARY 14-18, 1981
Surgery for Benign Vena Caval non-specific Phlebitis
JOINT ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF ASSOCIATION OF THORACIC AND CARDIO VASCULAR SURGEONS
OF INDIA AND CARDIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA – HELD AT BANGALORE 27th SEPTEMBER TO 1st
OCTOBER 1987
Poster Presentation
Bizarre Presentation of a Mediastinal Dermoid.
XXVI WORLD CONGRESS OF THE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS HELD AT MILAN, ITALY –
3rd TO 9th JULY 1988
Paper and Video Presentation
"CLOSED MITRAL COMMISSUROTOMY” – ITS ROLE AS A SURGICAL PROCEDURE IN DEVELOPING
COUNTRIES.
________________________________________________
IUSOM Main Campus and Headquarters
International University School of Medicine
Kaya Mòfi 1
P. O. Box # 59
Kralendijk, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands (Dutch Caribbean) 0000BQ
The Netherlands, European Union (EU)
Telephone: + 599 - 717 - 6792
Fax: + 599 - 717- 8385
CRIB (Tax) Number at Caribisch Nederland Belastingdienst: 303056514
info@InternationalUniversity-SchoolOfMedicine.org
All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be verified
by the viewer.
Copyright © 2005 - 2505 The Trustees of International University School of
Medicine
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