Top Clinical/Medical Geneticists in India
The Definitive Guide to India’s Top Clinical/Medical Geneticists
Medical genetics has transformed from a niche research field into a cornerstone of modern healthcare in India. Navigating this complex landscape requires connecting with experts who can interpret the language of DNA.
This guide serves as a comprehensive directory of the visionaries, department heads, and clinical experts at the forefront of India‘s genomic revolution.
Dr. Annie Q. Hasan
MSc. PhD, FNASc
Senior Consultant & Head, Department of Genetics & Molecular Medicine, Kamineni Hospitals
Dr. Ashwin Dalal
Head of Diagnostics, CDFD
Dr. Shagun Aggarwal
Professor, Medical Genetics, NIMS Hyderabad
This full guide is designed to serve as a high-authority resource for patients, researchers, and medical professionals. By structuring it as a "Who’s Who" of Indian Genetics, it builds credibility and provides a clear roadmap for anyone looking for specialized care.
🏛️ The Institutional Pillars
The following experts lead the departments that define the standards of genetic medicine in India. These institutions—AIIMS, SGPGI, CMC, and Sir Ganga Ram—are the primary referral centers for complex cases.
The National Leaders
| Name | Institution & Focus |
| Dr. Shubha Phadke | SGPGI, Lucknow: Professor & Head of Medical Genetics. A pioneer in clinical dysmorphology. |
| Dr. Madhulika Kabra | AIIMS, Delhi: Professor, Division of Genetics. A global authority on pediatric genetic disorders. |
| Dr. Sumita Danda | CMC, Vellore: Professor & Head. Leading genetic research and care in South India. |
| Dr. Ratna Dua Puri | Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi: Chairperson. Key expert in rare disease management and policy. |
| Dr. Ashwin Dalal |
CDFD, Hyderabad: Head of Diagnostics. Bridging high-end research with clinical diagnostics.
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| Dr. Meenakshi Bhat |
CHG, Bangalore: Consultant at Centre for Human Genetics. Renowned for her work in rare diseases and pediatric counseling. |
To make this the most definitive and professional guide, I have integrated Dr. Anup Rawool (a key figure in Western India) along with the other missing pioneers. This version now provides a balanced geographical representation of the country.
The Definitive Guide to India’s Top Clinical Geneticists
Medical genetics has transformed from a niche research field into a cornerstone of modern healthcare in India. Navigating this complex landscape requires connecting with experts who can interpret the language of DNA.
This guide serves as a comprehensive directory of the visionaries, department heads, and clinical experts at the forefront of India’s genomic revolution.
🏛️ The Institutional Pillars
The following experts lead the departments that define the standards of genetic medicine in India. These institutions—AIIMS, SGPGI, CMC, and Sir Ganga Ram—are the primary referral centers for complex cases.
The National Leaders
| Name | Institution & Focus |
| Dr. Shubha Phadke | SGPGI, Lucknow: Professor & Head of Medical Genetics. A pioneer in clinical dysmorphology. |
| Dr. Madhulika Kabra | AIIMS, Delhi: Professor, Division of Genetics. A global authority on pediatric genetic disorders. |
| Dr. Sumita Danda | CMC, Vellore: Professor & Head. Leading genetic research and care in South India. |
| Dr. Ratna Dua Puri | Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Delhi: Chairperson. Key expert in rare disease management and policy. |
| Dr. Ashwin Dalal | CDFD, Hyderabad: Head of Diagnostics. Bridging high-end research with clinical diagnostics. |
| Dr. Meenakshi Bhat | CHG, Bangalore: Consultant at the Centre for Human Genetics. A leading authority on rare diseases. |
🩺 Regional Centers of Excellence
For patients and practitioners seeking localized expertise, these clinicians represent the leading edge of genetic counseling and diagnosis.
North & Central India
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Dr. Neerja Gupta (AIIMS, Delhi) – Specialist in Pediatric Genetics.
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Dr. Divya Aggarwal (Apollo Indraprastha, Delhi) – Clinical Geneticist.
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Dr. Priyanshu Mathur (SMS Medical College, Jaipur) – Leading genetic services in Rajasthan.
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Dr. Veronica Arora (Sir Ganga Ram Hospital) – Expert in Molecular Genetics.
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Dr. Aradhana Dwivedi (Army Hospital R&R, Delhi) – Military medical genetics.
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Dr. Inusha Panigrahi (PGIMER, Chandigarh) – Focus on metabolic and rare disorders.
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Dr. Kaushik Mandal (SGPGI, Lucknow) – Advanced clinical genomics.
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Dr. Ashutosh Halder (AIIMS, Delhi) – Reproductive genetics.
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Dr. Kuldeep Singh (AIIMS, Jodhpur) – Director and pediatric geneticist.
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Dr. Mandakini Pradhan (SGPGI, Lucknow) – Fetal Medicine specialist.
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Specialist Panel: Dr. Reena Trivedi, Dr. Amita Pandey, Dr. Savita Agarwal, and Dr. Jagannath Pahi.
South India
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Dr. Prajnya Ranganath (NIMS, Hyderabad) – Professor & Head of Medical Genetics.
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Dr. Shagun Aggarwal (NIMS, Hyderabad) – Expert in prenatal diagnosis.
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Dr. Annie Hasan (Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad) – Senior Consultant & Head, Department of Genetics & Molecular Medicine.
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Dr. Girisha Katta (KMC, Manipal) – Renowned for skeletal dysplasias and rare diseases.
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Dr. Sankar V.H. (SAT Hospital, Trivandrum) – Pioneer of genetic services in Kerala.
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Dr. Gayatri Nerakh (Fernandez Hospital, Hyderabad) – Head of Department, Genetics.
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Dr. SJ Patil (Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre, Bangalore) – Clinical Lead in Rare Diseases.
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Dr. M. Naveed – Clinical consultant and researcher.
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Specialist Panel: Dr. Surya Balakrishnan and Dr. Mallikarjun Patil.
West India (The Mumbai-Pune-Gujarat Hub)
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Dr. Anup Rawool (Global Hospital/SRCC, Mumbai) – A key expert in clinical genetics, metabolic disorders, and prenatal counseling.
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Dr. Mamta Muranjan (KEM Hospital, Mumbai) – Veteran in metabolic and clinical genetics.
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Dr. Koumudi Godbole (Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune) – Expert in clinical genetics and maternal-fetal medicine.
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Dr. Seema Thakur (Fortis, Mumbai/Delhi) – Specialist in Fetal medicine and clinical genetics.
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Dr. Anil Jalan (Navi Mumbai) – Renowned for work in Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM).
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Dr. Harsh Sheth (FRIGE, Ahmedabad) – Molecular geneticist focusing on rare disease diagnostics.
🔬 Diagnostic Experts & Consultants
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Dr. Sarah Bailur – Expert consultant in clinical genomics.
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Dr. Hemalata Bhatia – Focused on diagnostic applications.
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Dr. Manoj SelvaKumar- Pediatric Medical Geneticist
🎗️ In Memoriam: The Legacy of Dr. I.C. Verma
No directory of Indian genetics is complete without honoring Padma Shri Dr. I.C. Verma (1936–2024). Known as the "Father of Medical Genetics in India," his work at AIIMS and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital laid the foundation for the field. The experts listed in this guide continue the mission he started over five decades ago.
🤝 Help Us Complete the Map
The field of genetics is growing rapidly, with new departments and brilliant specialists emerging every year. While we strive to make this the most comprehensive directory in India, we recognize that there are many other professionals contributing to this vital field.
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