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Dr. S. Ramkumar is a highly respected Diabetologist and Thyroid Specialist based in Chennai, affiliated with Apollo Hospitals. With dual qualifications in DM and DNB Endocrinology, he specialises in paediatric endocrine disorders and insulin pump therapy, demonstrating his commitment to cutting-edge care.

Trained at the prestigious AIIMS, Dr. Ramkumar is dedicated to addressing complex hormonal issues, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, and Turner Syndrome. He combines expert medical knowledge with a compassionate approach, ensuring patients receive personalised care and support throughout their health journey.

Dr. S. Ramkumar has trained over 1,000 school teachers in six years and screened more than 1,000 children for autism, managing around 600 under the Smile-CAMP (Comprehensive Autism Management Program).

He leads a transdisciplinary team of ABA therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers, and special educators, ensuring holistic care for children with developmental challenges. His expertise extends beyond clinical practice, fostering inclusive education and community support.

Dr. Venkata Karthikeyan Chokkalingam is a highly accomplished ENT – Head & Neck Skull Base Surgeon and Clinical Lead for Robotic Head & Neck Oncology at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai. A former Associate Professor at AIIMS, New Delhi, he was the first ENT surgeon from India to receive the *Advanced Fellowship in Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery* at the *University of Miami, USA (2012–2014).

He has also undergone specialized training in **Transoral Laser Surgery (UK)* and *Transoral Robotic Surgery (USA). Recognized for his excellence, he received the **Kamani Charity Trust Prize for the Best Postgraduate Student in Otorhinolaryngology at AIIMS (2001)*.

Dr. Karthikeyan has pioneered several robotic and minimally invasive surgeries in India, including the country’s first *Paediatric Transoral Robotic Surgery (2017), Robotic Branchial Cyst Excision (2018), Robotic Parotidectomy (2018), and Transoral Ultrasonic Surgery (2018).

He also performed **Southern India’s first single-stage multi-level robotic surgery for OSA (2019)*. With his expertise in advanced surgical techniques, he continues to push the boundaries of ENT and head & neck surgery, offering cutting-edge treatments to patients.

Dr. Valentina Chiavaroli began her clinical research journey in 2005 under the supervision of Prof. Francesco Chiarelli and Prof. Angelika Mohn while studying Medicine at the University of Chieti, Italy. In 2007, she commenced her Pediatrics residency training at the same institution.

In November 2012, Dr. Chiavaroli pursued a PhD at the University of Chieti, focusing on early life events and their impact on later cardio-metabolic disorders. In 2014, she continued her PhD research at the prestigious Liggins Institute, University of Auckland, New Zealand, under the guidance of Prof. Wayne Cutfield, and successfully completed her PhD in March 2016.

Following her doctoral studies, she worked as a Research Fellow at the Liggins Institute, investigating the impact of gut bacteria on health and disease—a position supported by a Long-term Research Fellowship awarded by the European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) in 2015.

In May 2018, Dr. Chiavaroli returned to Italy and is currently working as a Neonatologist in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Pescara Public Hospital, Pescara, Italy.

Her primary research interests include:

• The impact of early life events (e.g., preterm birth or being born small- or large-for-gestational-age) on long-term health outcomes.
• The role of the gut microbiome in metabolism.

Dr. P. Sudhakar is a Development Pediatrician and Applied Behavior Analyst who specialises in autism, ADHD, and learning disability management.

He has trained over 1,000 school teachers in six years and screened more than 1,000 children for autism, managing around 600 under the Smile-CAMP (Comprehensive Autism Management Program).

He leads a transdisciplinary team of ABA therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers, and special educators, ensuring holistic care for children with developmental challenges. His expertise extends beyond clinical practice, fostering inclusive education and community support.

D. Priya is a Surgical Oncologist and General Surgeon dedicated to providing advanced surgical care with a special focus on oncology. With extensive expertise in cancer surgery, she leads *Halsted Surgical Clinic* and is committed to improving patient outcomes through precision and compassion.

Driven by a strong sense of social responsibility, Dr. Priya actively supports initiatives like the *Turner Syndrome Society*, contributing her medical expertise to enhance awareness, early diagnosis, and holistic care for individuals with Turner Syndrome.

Her dedication to both clinical excellence and community service makes her a valuable advocate for better healthcare access and patient support.

Dr. Anuradha is a Consultant Paediatric and Adult Congenital Interventional Cardiologist at Apollo Children’s Hospital, Chennai, who brings over 14 years of expertise in paediatric cardiology.

As the Lead of the Apollo Paediatric Heart Failure and Transplantation Programme and Academic Coordinator for the DNB Paediatric Cardiology Training Programme, Dr. Anuradha is committed to advancing cardiac care and medical education.

Trained at Dr. KM Cherian’s Heart Foundation and Dr. Mario Carminati’s esteemed unit in Milan, Italy, she specializes in managing complex congenital heart conditions, including those associated with Turner Syndrome, providing comprehensive and compassionate care for every patient.

Dr. Kathirvel M is a dedicated clinical geneticist with expertise in pediatric, fetal, and adult genetics. He holds an M.D. in Pediatrics from JIPMER, Pondicherry, and a D.M. in Medical Genetics from AIIMS, New Delhi.

His work spans genetic counselling, rare disease diagnosis, precision medicine, and advanced genomic technologies, including gene therapy and AI-driven healthcare solutions.

He is actively involved in clinical research and is committed to advancing genomic medicine and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge diagnostics and personalized treatments.