Lucknow. Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) has once again proved its global stature in medical research. Known for its excellence in patient care and cutting-edge research, the institute has earned international recognition after 15 of its professors were featured in Stanford University’s prestigious list of the world’s top 2% scientists.
The list, released annually by Stanford University, California (USA), is based on career-long data as well as research contributions made in the year 2024. It evaluates scientists across diverse fields of study, highlighting their published work and overall impact in the scientific community.
Among those honored from SGPGI are:
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Prof. Rakesh Aggarwal (Head, Gastroenterology)
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Prof. Amita Aggarwal (Head, Clinical Immunology)
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Prof. Ujjwal Poddar (Head, Pediatric Gastroenterology)
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Prof. Jayanthi Kalita (Head, Neurology)
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Prof. Gaurav Aggarwal (Head, Endocrine & Breast Surgery)
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Prof. Narayan Prasad (Head, Nephrology)
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Prof. Mohan Gurjar (Critical Care Medicine)
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Prof. Anshu Srivastava
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Prof. Uday Chandra Ghoshal (Former Head, Gastroenterology)
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Prof. Balraj Mittal (Retd., Medical Genetics)
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Prof. Rama Devi Mittal (Retd., Urology)
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Prof. Radha K. Dhiman (Director, SGPGI & Head, Hepatology)
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Prof. Prabhakar Mishra (Additional Prof., Biostatistics & Health Informatics)
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Dr. Durga Prasanna Mishra (Additional Prof., Clinical Immunology)
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Dr. Rohit Sinha (Associate Prof., Endocrinology)
This recognition places SGPGI alongside the world’s most renowned medical institutions, reaffirming its role not only as a leader in healthcare but also as a powerhouse of medical research.
Director’s Statement
Expressing his delight, SGPGI Director Prof. Radha K. Dhiman, who himself is among the listed scientists, said:
“This is a proud moment for the institute. The inclusion of 15 of our professors in the global list of top scientists demonstrates the quality and impact of research carried out here. SGPGI is recognized across the world not just for excellent patient care but also for pioneering contributions to medical science. I hope this achievement inspires young faculty members and students to strive for even greater heights.”
He further added that the institute remains committed to advancing medical knowledge through high-quality research publications and will continue to set new benchmarks in the years to come.
With this recognition, SGPGI has strengthened its position on the world map as a hub of clinical excellence, innovation, and groundbreaking medical research.
