Dr. Jay Krishnan

Medical Director

MBBS, H Dip Surgery (SA), FCS (SA), FRCSEd, FICS

Dr. Jay Krishnan is currently serving as the Head of the General Surgery Division at Cecilia Makiwane Hospital in East London, South Africa and holds a Senior Lecturer position at Walter Sisulu University in the Eastern Cape.

Professional Achievements

· Leadership in Medical Organizations: Dr. Krishnan has played pivotal roles in the South African Medical Association (SAMA) and as the founding National Marketing Officer for the South African Surgeons in Training (SASSIT) organization.

· Research and Innovation: A recipient of the prestigious Discovery Research Fellowship, Dr. Krishnan continues to contribute to research in the medical field as a Discovery Alumni.

· Global Surgery Advocate: He is an active member of the Governance Committee for the Academic Association for Global Surgery (AAGS), working to improve surgical care worldwide.

· International Collaboration: Dr. Krishnan serves on the board of trustees and is Chair designate for the Dr. N. Radhakrishnan Centre for Medical Innovation at Mahatma Gandhi University in India, fostering international medical cooperation.

Gold Honour

This award recognises that the individual has organised at least 4 PTC Course cascades and has trained at least 10 instructors.

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