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Dr. V.V. Pillay
Occupation(s)Chief of Poison Control Centre & Clinical Forensic Unit, Professor & Head of Forensic Medicine and Medical Toxicology
Organization(s)Amrita School of Medicine (Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham), Cochin
Websitehttps://www.amrita.edu/faculty/dr-pillay-v-v/

Dr. V.V. Pillay is a medical professional and academician, serving as the Chief at the Poison Control Centre and holding the position of Professor and head in the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS) in Cochin, Kerala, India. With a distinguished career in toxicology and forensic medicine, Dr. Pillay has made substantial contributions to medical science[1]. In 2004, Dr. Pillay founded the Indian Society of Toxicology and held the position of President for eight consecutive years[2].

Poison Control Centre of AIMS is listed in the Global Directory of Poison Control Centres of the World Health Organization (WHO)[3]. Analytical Toxicology Laboratory attached to it is a nationally accredited clinical toxicology laboratory, and receives samples from poisoned victims from all over the country. Till date, analyzed over 80,000 samples[4].

Early Life and Education

Dr. V.V. Pillay, born in Kerala, India, exhibited an early passion for medicine. His academic journey led him to complete his undergraduate medical education at Gandhi Medical College, followed by postgraduate studies in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. Driven by his deep interest in forensic medicine and toxicology, he became an expert in these fields[1].

In addition to his formal education, Dr. Pillay pursued further training in forensic immunology, analytical toxicology, and forensic DNA analysis. Notably, he held the distinction of being a Certified Instructor for the Advanced HAZMAT Life Support (AHLS) Course offered by the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology[1].

Education
Year Degree/Program University
1984-1987 MD (Forensic Medicine & Toxicology) Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, India
1976-1982 MBBS Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, India
1974-1976 College Little Flower Junior College, Hyderabad, India
1972-1974 High School All Saints High School, Hyderabad, India
1967-1971 Primary School Kendriya Vidyala, Picket, Secunderabad

Professional Career

Dr. V.V Pillay served as a Chief at Poison Control Centre of AIMS

Chief at Poison Control Centre

Dr. Pillay's role as Chief of the Poison Control Centre at AIMS has been pivotal in providing immediate assistance and guidance in cases of poisoning, chemical exposures, and toxicological emergencies. Under his leadership, the Poison Control Centre has become a crucial resource for healthcare professionals, patients, and the public, ensuring timely intervention and treatment in poisoning incidents[1].

Professor and Head of the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

As the Professor and head of the Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology at AIMS, Dr. Pillay has been responsible for shaping the education and training of future medical professionals. He has been actively involved in curriculum development, research, and academic programs related to forensic medicine and toxicology. His dedication to teaching and mentoring has influenced numerous medical students and forensic experts[2].

Contribution and Achievements

Dr. V.V. Pillay's contributions to the field of forensic medicine and toxicology include:

Research and Publication

Dr. Pillay has authored more than hundred research papers and publications national and international on topics ranging from toxicological studies to forensic investigations, 27 of them being featured in PUBMED[2]. His work has contributed to the understanding of poisoning and forensic medicine[1]. In addition, he served as the editor of the Journal of Indian Society of Toxicology from 2005 to 2014 and has been a respected referee on toxicology for the Journal of the Association of Physicians of India and the National Medical Journal of India[2].

Speaking at TOXOCON, National Conference of Indian Society of Toxicology

Education and Training

He actively educates the medical community about poison management, toxicology, and forensic medicine through lectures, workshops, and training programs[1].

Public Awareness

Dr. Pillay has been involved in public awareness campaigns on poison prevention and safety, striving to reduce the incidence of poison-related incidents[1].

Awards

  1. Society of Toxicology,USA (SOT Endowment Fund)/International Union of Toxicology Travel Award - 2018[1]
  2. In 2021, Dr Pillay had received Lifetime Achievement Award in Toxicology.
    Lifetime Achievement Award for Contribution to Medical Toxicology in India - 2021[1]
    • Awarded by the Indian Society of Toxicology at their 15th annual national conference in Madurai, Tamil Nadu
  3. Fellowship of the Indian Congress of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology - 2007[1]
  4. Certificate of Appreciation for Contributions to the Field of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology - 2011[1]
  5. Scroll of Honour from Goa Medical College for 'Dedicated Teaching Service' - 2014[1]
  6. Certificate of Honour from Jaipur National University Institute for Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Jaipur, Rajasthan - 2017[1]
  7. VR Joshi Best Referee Award - 2006[2]

Publications

Dr. Pillay also is an author and editor of several books, including the first ever Indian textbook devoted to toxicology include[2]:

List of publication
Year Publication Publisher
2023 Textbook of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (20th Edition) Paras Medical Publisher
2019 Textbook of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (19th Edition)
2003 Comprehensive Medical Toxicology (3rd Edition)
2023 Modern Medical Toxicology: Completely Updated, Revised and Profusely Illustrated Jaypee Brothers Medical Publisher
2012 Modern Medical Publisher (4th Edition)

Dr. Pillay's expertise extends beyond his publications. He has contributed sections on toxicology to esteemed textbooks such as[2]:

Contribute Sections
Textbook Publisher
Oxford Textbook of Medicine Oxford University Press, UK
API Textbook of Medicine Association of Physicians, India
Textbook of Emergency and Trauma Care Jaypee Brothers, India
Tandon's Textbook of Cardiology Wolters Kluwer, India

Dr. Pillay's impact reaches a global scale. He has collaborated on monographs on analytical toxicology for the World Health Organization and served as an external reviewer for the new edition of Guidelines for Poison Control published by WHO in 2021. Furthermore, he is an esteemed member of the working group for the WHO's Guidelines for Poison Control Network in Edinburgh, UK. He also become a referee on toxicology for Journal of the Association of Physicians of India and the National Medical Journal of India[2].

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m "Dr. Pillay V. V. - Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham". www.amrita.edu. Retrieved 2023-10-19.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g h Minj, Kimee (2022-08-17). "In Conversation with Dr. V. V. Pillay, Chief of Poison Control Centre & Head of Analytical Toxicology, AIMS, Cochin, Kerala". Legal Desire Media and Insights. Retrieved 2023-10-26.
  3. ^ "Directory of poison centers". apps.who.int. Retrieved 2023-10-27.
  4. ^ "Amrita Hospital: Providing World-Class Healthcare Services in Kochi". www.amritahospitals.org. Retrieved 2023-10-27.