Kokila Ramamurthy
Assistant Professor / Research Scholar
Chennai
Summary
Detail-oriented forensic professional with extensive experience in conducting autopsies for medicolegal cases, specializing in determining causes of death in sudden and unnatural circumstances. Expertise includes meticulous evidence collection, handling, and analysis, along with comprehensive reporting and professional testimony to support legal cases. Dedicated researcher in forensic pathology and genetics, actively engaging in advanced studies to remain current with the latest medical advancements and best practices. Committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care while contributing to medical education and mentoring future healthcare practitioners through active participation in peer review processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Assistant Professor of Forensic Medicine
Saveetha Medical College Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Mentored students and communicated internship and employment opportunities.
- Inspired critical thinking skills among students by fostering a learning environment that encouraged open-mindedness, curiosity, and intellectual exploration.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Enhanced cross-disciplinary collaboration through active participation in departmental meetings and workshops.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
Research Scholar
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
10.2019 - 09.2024
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to identify gaps in existing knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Published articles in top-tier academic journals, which have been widely cited by other scholars in various disciplines.
- Contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge through continuous collaboration with fellow researchers and experts in the field.
- Participated in peer review processes for academic journals, providing constructive feedback on manuscripts submitted by fellow researchers.
- Mentored junior researchers, providing guidance on study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation for successful submissions to journals.
- Enhanced understanding of complex phenomena through advanced quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques.
Postgraduate Resident
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Conducted postmortem in various medico-legal cases and specialized in medico-legal autopsies and death investigations. Skilled in determining the cause and manner of death, providing expert testimony, and training junior medical staff. Eager to contribute to criminal and legal investigations by applying scientific and medical expertise.
- Managed post-mortem examinations for cases involving suspicious circumstances, accidents, and sudden, unexpected death
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by organizing regular meetings and promoting open dialogue between team members.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods during lectures for enhanced understanding of complex subjects among peers and attendings alike.
- Delivered high-quality educational presentations to peers in various national and attended various international conferences, seminars and discussions.
Senior Medical Officer
Coromandel Public Health Care Ltd
05.2015 - 04.2019
- Managed complex medical cases with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior medical officers, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
- Provided expert consultation for challenging cases, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Intensivist
Medicity Health Centre & Diagnostics
03.2013 - 04.2014
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and developed individualized treatment plans for critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
- Optimized use of resources within the ICU by participating in daily rounds with multidisciplinary teams, discussing goals of therapy, discharge planning needs, and potential barriers to achieving desired outcomes.
- Provided support for family members during end-of-life decision-making processes by offering empathetic guidance on available options for palliative care or advanced directives.
Intensivist
Aakash Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care to patients with life-threatening medical conditions and their families.
- Assisted in developing unit policies and procedures to ensure consistency of care within the ICU setting.
Intensivist
Hindu Mission Hospital
12.2007 - 12.2010
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Ongoing - Forensic Pathology and Genetics
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education And Research
Chennai, IndiaDoctor of Medicine (M.D.) - Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
05.2022
Bachelor of medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - undefined
KAPV Govt Medical College
11.2007
Skills
Developed expertise in medico-legal documentation
Proficient in conducting autopsies
Experienced in analyzing decomposed body samples
Experienced in teaching medical and dental students
Attended Conferences/CME’s/Workshops and presented oral and poster presentations
Effective communication skills
Mentoring students
Student counselingStudent research guidance
Awards
Awarded Special appreciation award for the e-poster presented in 1st Bioethics national summit.
Secured Gold medal in Doctor of Medicine, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology.
Publications
- Detection and Estimation of age of injuries in fresh bodies using Immunohistochemistry in American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology. Am J Forensic Med Pathol Volume 44, Number 4, December 2023
- A case of post operative death - Natural or Homicide? Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology, Volume 17, Number 3, July-September 2024
- Sexual Dimorphism in Lip prints - Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Vol. 19 No 3 July-September 2025.
- Dating of wounds using Immunohistochemistry of Matrixmetalloproteinase - 2, submitted to Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, under review, JCFM-25-99R1
- Wound Dating using Genetic Biomarkers: A Comprehensive Review of DNA, RNA and Micro-RNA Signatures in Forensics, submitted to Journal of Legal Medicine, under review.
- Immunohistochemical analysis of Matrixmetalloproteinase-II for wound dating: A Forensic approach, submitted to American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology, with editor.
MD THESIS
Detection and Estimation of age of injuries in fresh bodies using Immunohistochemistry.
PHD TITLE
Detection and Estimation of age of injuries in fresh and decomposed bodies using Immunohistochemistry and gene expression.
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Forensic Medicine
Saveetha Medical College Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Research Scholar
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
10.2019 - 09.2024
Postgraduate Resident
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
05.2019 - 05.2022
Senior Medical Officer
Coromandel Public Health Care Ltd
05.2015 - 04.2019
Intensivist
Medicity Health Centre & Diagnostics
03.2013 - 04.2014
Intensivist
Aakash Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2013
Intensivist
Hindu Mission Hospital
12.2007 - 12.2010
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
Bachelor of medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - undefined
KAPV Govt Medical College
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Ongoing - Forensic Pathology and Genetics
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education And Research