Amulya Nageswara Rao, MD
About Amulya Nageswara Rao, MD
Amulya Nageswara Rao, MD, is a Senior Clinical Trial Physician at Bristol Myers Squibb with extensive experience in pediatric hematology/oncology, previously serving in various roles at Mayo Clinic.
Title and Current Role
Amulya Nageswara Rao, MD, is currently a Senior Clinical Trial Physician at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, Dr. Rao is involved in overseeing clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and contributing to the development of new treatment protocols.
Professional Experience at Mayo Clinic
Dr. Amulya Nageswara Rao previously held various roles at Mayo Clinic, including Associate Professor of Pediatrics from 2017 to 2019, Consultant in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology from 2014 to 2019, and Program Director for the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship from 2014 to 2017. Additional roles included Assistant Professor of Pediatrics from 2011 to 2017, Associate Program Director for the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship from 2011 to 2014, Director of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Clinic from 2011 to 2019 in Rochester, Minnesota, and Senior Associate Consultant in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology from 2011 to 2014. Earlier in his career, he served as an Instructor in Pediatrics at the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine from 2008 to 2010.
Educational Background and Fellowships
Dr. Rao completed his Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at the PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in India. He then pursued a Pediatric Residency at Bronx Lebanon Medical Center in New York, followed by a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine. Additionally, he achieved a Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Fellowship at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
Research and Publications
Dr. Rao has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles in the field of pediatric oncology. His research contributions include participating as a principal investigator in several clinical trials focused on pediatric brain tumors. He has presented his findings at international conferences such as the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting.
Awards and Teaching Contributions
Dr. Rao received the 'Excellence in Teaching' award from the Mayo Clinic for his contributions to medical education. He has been actively involved in mentoring medical students and residents through structured mentorship programs. Additionally, he has contributed to the development of educational materials for pediatric oncology patients and their families, as well as collaborating on research projects with leading cancer research institutions.