Dr Navin Kumar

Dr. Navin Kumar is a highly respected clinical microbiologist and infection control specialist with extensive national and international experience. As the Head of Clinical Microbiology and Infection Control at Manipal Hospitals, Delhi, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring accurate diagnostics, patient safety, and hospital-wide infection prevention standards. With advanced training from the UK and strong academic involvement, he is widely recognized for his expertise in managing complex infections and drug-resistant organisms. His patient-focused and quality-driven approach makes him a trusted leader in laboratory medicine.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry
• MD – Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi
• Higher Specialty Training in Clinical Virology – Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Professional Experience:

• Consultant & HOD – Clinical Microbiology and Infection Control, Manipal Hospitals, Delhi
• Extensive experience in laboratory medicine and hospital infection control
• Technical Assessor – NABL
• Active involvement in infection surveillance, quality assurance, and antimicrobial policies

Professional Memberships & Fellowships:

• Member – British Infection Association
• Member – American Society of Microbiology
• Life Member – Hospital Infection Society of India
• Life Member – Indian Association of Medical Microbiology (Delhi Chapter)

Awards & Achievements:

• Certificate of Attainment in Antimicrobial Stewardship – University of Dundee, UK

Talks & Publications:

• Authored 13 publications in national and international journals
• Invited faculty at national and international infection control meetings
• Media contributions and expert panels on COVID-19 and infection prevention:
  • “Effective isolation of those infected with Coronavirus is the need of the hour”
  • Expert commentary on COVID-19 therapies (IANS Flash & TOI Online)
  • Panel discussion on COVID-19 second wave – NDTV 24×7