Dr. Nikhil Tandon Appointed as Director of AIIMS Delhi
Nikhil Tandon named AIIMS Delhi director
Hindustan Times
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Dr. Nikhil Tandon, currently the head of the endocrinology and metabolism department at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, has been appointed as the new director following the departure of Dr. M Srinivas. This appointment is effective immediately and will last for six months or until a permanent director is appointed.
- 01Dr. Nikhil Tandon has been appointed as the director of AIIMS, New Delhi.
- 02This appointment follows the exit of Dr. M Srinivas, who joined NITI Aayog.
- 03Dr. Tandon will maintain his current responsibilities without additional pay.
- 04Dr. M Srinivas served as director since September 2022.
- 05The appointment of Dr. Tandon is a temporary arrangement for six months.
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The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi has appointed Dr. Nikhil Tandon as the new director following the exit of Dr. M Srinivas, who has taken on a role as a full-time member of NITI Aayog. Dr. Tandon, who is already the head of the department of endocrinology and metabolism and dean (academics) at AIIMS, will oversee the director's functions in addition to his existing duties. The official statement indicated that this arrangement will last for six months or until a regular director is appointed. Notably, Dr. Tandon will not receive any extra remuneration for this additional role. Dr. M Srinivas had been in his position since September 23, 2022, succeeding Dr. Randeep Guleria, and prior to his tenure at AIIMS, he was the dean of ESIC Hospital and Medical College in Hyderabad.
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Dr. Tandon's leadership is expected to maintain stability at AIIMS during this transitional period, ensuring continued focus on medical education and patient care.
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