Dr. Sharath K. Rao Receives Honorary FRCP from the Royal College of Physicians in London for Outstanding Leadership in Health and Administrative Healthcare
Dr. Sharath K. Rao, a renowned figure in the field of medical leadership and health management, has been conferred with an honorary Doctorate (FRCP) by the Royal College of Physicians, London. This prestigious award recognises his lasting impact on medical education and healthcare delivery, particularly at the international level.
Currently serving as the Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences) at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Dr. Rao's contributions have been widely acknowledged on an international platform. His career is marked by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to building systems that serve both patients and healthcare professionals effectively.
Dr. Rao's exemplary leadership embodies the values of academic integrity, clinical excellence, and visionary leadership. As a specialist in complex trauma, joint replacement, and knee arthroscopy, his work has left an indelible mark not just within MAHE but across the wider healthcare and academic landscape. His international exposure has helped raise the standard of orthopaedic care and surgical training at MAHE and beyond.
In the realm of healthcare policy and management, Dr. Rao has designed systems that balance academic excellence with efficient, patient-centric healthcare delivery. These efforts have created sustained and transformative outcomes across the healthcare spectrum. His work in medical education and training has also enhanced the standards of orthopaedic care and surgical training, elevating the quality of medical education and practice.
The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. With campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bangalore, Jamshedpur, and Dubai, MAHE offers over 400 specializations across various streams: Health Sciences, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Technology & Science. The institution boasts a remarkable academic track record, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant research contributions.
In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. As of the latest ranking, MAHE is ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
Dr. Rao's journey at MAHE began in 2009 when he took on the role of Head of the Department of Orthopaedics. He then served as Associate Dean from 2015 to 2019 and, most recently, as Dean of Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, from 2019 to 2023. His tenure at KMC culminated in the conferral of the honorary doctorate from the Royal College of Physicians, London, in a ceremony held on July 8 at the Royal College in London.
This recognition is a testament to Dr. Rao's lifelong dedication to advancing medical education and healthcare delivery, and his contributions will continue to influence the field for years to come.
- Dr. Sharath K. Rao's dedication to medical education and healthcare delivery has earned him an honorary Doctorate (FRCP) from the Royal College of Physicians, London, recognizing his impact on both fields, particularly at an international level.
- As a specialist in complex trauma, joint replacement, and knee arthroscopy, Dr. Rao's work has not only left an indelible mark at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) but also across the wider academic and healthcare landscape.
- The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University, offers over 400 specializations across various streams including Health Sciences, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Technology & Science.
- In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status, and as of the latest ranking, MAHE is ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
- Dr. Rao's leadership embodies values of academic integrity, clinical excellence, and visionary leadership, and his efforts in healthcare policy and management have created sustained and transformative outcomes across the healthcare spectrum.
- His contributions in the field of medical education and training have enhanced the standards of orthopaedic care and surgical training, thereby elevating the quality of medical education and practice.
- In the realm of health-and-wellness, Dr. Rao's commitment to innovation, leadership, and building effective systems in healthcare has led to significant advancements, impacting both patients and healthcare professionals, and contributing to the growth of his institution's standing in the world of business and education-and-self-development. Additionally, his work in financial management of healthcare institutions is noteworthy.
