Dr. Savitha Mudalagiryappa

Core Competencies

• Diagnostic microbiology in bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and molecular microbiology
• Antimicrobial resistance surveillance and antibiotic stewardship
• Infection prevention and control
• Healthcare accreditation (JCI, CAP, NABL, ISO)
• Research and academic teaching

Brief Profile

Dr. Savitha Mudalagiriyappa is a highly experienced clinical microbiologist with over 15 years of practice in diagnostic laboratories across India and the UAE. She has successfully led microbiology departments and contributed significantly to hospital accreditation efforts. Dr. Savitha has extensive expertise in microbiological diagnostics including bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology, and molecular microbiology using advanced techniques such as VITEK, MaldiTOF, PCR, and automated blood culture systems.

She is actively involved in infection control as the Chairperson of the Infection Prevention and Control Committee and plays a pivotal role in antibiotic stewardship programs. Her responsibilities extend to quality assurance, outbreak investigations, academic mentorship, and commissioning new diagnostic assays.

Dr. Savitha is also a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), has contributed to numerous international conferences, and holds multiple scientific publications.

Qualification

• MBBS
• MD in Medical Microbiology
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)