Faculty profile
Professor, Department of Anatomy
Dr Ajay Rao is a Professor of Anatomy with academic interests in gross anatomy, neuroanatomy, embryology and anatomical education. He has extensive experience in undergraduate medical teaching, postgraduate mentoring, curriculum development and innovative approaches to anatomy education.
Meridian Medical College, Bengaluru
2003
National Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru
2007
18 Oct 2010 – present
Aurelia Institute of Medical Sciences
Conducted undergraduate anatomy lectures, dissection demonstrations, practical sessions and tutorials with emphasis on clinically applied anatomy.
1 Jan 2007 – 18 Jun 2010
Meridian Medical College
Involved in undergraduate anatomy teaching, cadaveric dissection, histology demonstrations, practical examinations and departmental academic activities.
My research interests focus on anatomical variation, clinically applied anatomy, anatomical education and the use of innovative teaching methodologies to improve understanding of three-dimensional anatomical relationships. I am particularly interested in integrating imaging, digital resources and cadaveric-based learning into medical education.
Scholarly work
Nidhi Sinha, Queentaj Baruah, Bijay Singh, PNarendranatha Reddy, Kaveri Baruah, Vaishak Augustine
Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry · 2018
Aurelia Institute of Medical Sciences
23 Jun 2026
Anatomical Society of India
18 Mar 2026
Life Member
18 May 2026 – present
Member
17 Sept 2026 – present
I believe anatomy is best learned by connecting structural knowledge with its clinical relevance. My teaching approach combines cadaveric dissection, surface anatomy, imaging, three-dimensional visualisation and clinical correlations to help students develop a strong and lasting understanding of human anatomy.
ANA-1012025–26
ANA-3022025–26