Prof. Jagannadha R. Peela
MD, PhD; FAACC; NRCC-CC (USA)
Provost & Interim Dean
Prof. & HOD of Biochemistry (Molecular Biology & Medical Genetics) Board Certified member of The National Registry of Certified Chemists, United States.
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About
Prof. Jagannadha Rao Peela, also known as Prof. Rao, is a distinguished researcher and academician who has made significant contributions in the fields of medical genetics, biochemistry, and clinical chemistry.

Academic Background
His alma mater is Andhra Medical College, a public medical college in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India, affiliated to Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences. The oldest medical college in Andhra Pradesh, the sixth oldest & one of the top medical colleges in India.



1987 – he graduated from his MBBS.

2000 – he received his MD in Biochemistry.

2022 – he was awarded with a Doctorate, PhD in Human Genetics.



He furthered on to obtaining his Fellowship in ADLM (Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine) formerly the National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (NACB) and AACC (American Association of Clinical Chemists), the home of scientifically engaged and distinguished laboratory experts who provide the leadership and research to move the profession forward to provide better health for patients .



Prof. Rao is also board certified in Clinical Chemistry by the National Registry of Certified Chemists (NRCC-CC) in the United States.

Professional Background
Prof. Jagannadha Rao Peela is currently the Provost, Head of the Department of Biochemistry (Molecular Biology & Medical Genetics) at the BIMS School of Medicine and Health Professions – Bioprist Institute of Medical Sciences, Montego Bay, Jamaica-West Indies.
Previously he was associated with the Department of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry at the School of Medicine, St. Matthews University, Cayman Islands in addition to other Medical Universities in Libya and Malaysia, and also was the Consultant Biochemist at KIMS-ICON Hospital, Visakhapatnam, India.
His research interests span in tumor markers, cardiac biomarkers, and clinical chemistry.
Memberships
American Society of Human Genetics,
Indian Society of Human Genetics,
Biochemical Society of India,
APBionet (Singapore).
AACC (American Association of Clinical Chemists), U.S.A, and
WHO’S WHO (WORLD HISTORICAL SOCIETY), U.S.A
Research and Publications
Prof. Rao has authored numerous research papers, contributing to the scientific community.
His publications cited more than 500 times with H index of 11 and i10 index of 13.
Presented several research papers in various medical conferences across the globe. Some of his notable publications include:



Prof. Rao has 100 verified review records and 20 verified editor records in his credit and reviewed several high impact Medical Journals including International Medical Journal, Saudi Medical Journal, Phototherapy research, Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Journal of the American Nutrition Association, Sau Paulo Medical Journal, Eurasian Journal of Medical Investigation, Archives of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Journal of International Medical Research, Cureus, Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira and so on.

Editorial Works and others
Rao is currently Editorial Member of International Journal on Bioinformatics & Bio-sciences, Asian Journal of Research in Dermatological Science, EC Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine, EC Nutrition, Ecology an International Journal, Mediterranean journal of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences and Benghazi Medical Journal.
Rao is also a PhD examiner for few Indian Universities including Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences) in Andhra Pradesh – India and Bharathiar University in Tamil Nadu, India.
In summary, Prof. Jagannadha Rao Peela’s dedication to advancing medical knowledge through research and teaching has left an indelible mark on the scientific community. His contributions continue to shape the field of medical genetics and biochemistry.

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