Victoria Shanmugam, MD
About Victoria Shanmugam, MD
Victoria Shanmugam, MD, serves as the Director of the Office of Autoimmune Disease Research at the National Institutes of Health since 2023. She has held various academic and leadership roles, including positions at Georgetown University and The George Washington University, and has contributed significantly to the field of rheumatology.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Victoria Shanmugam serves as the Director of the Office of Autoimmune Disease Research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the advancement of research in autoimmune diseases. Her role involves overseeing research initiatives and fostering collaborations within the NIH and with external partners.
Education and Expertise
Victoria Shanmugam holds a Bachelor of Medicine (MBBS) from Imperial College London, where she studied from 1996 to 1999. She also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Physiology from the University of Oxford, completing her studies there from 1993 to 1996. Additionally, she is currently pursuing Organizational Leadership at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies, which she began in 2023.
Background
Victoria Shanmugam has extensive experience in academia and research. She has worked at several prestigious institutions, including The George Washington University and Georgetown University. Her roles have included Associate Professor, Chair of various committees, and Director of Rheumatology. Her leadership in these positions has focused on advancing medical education and research in rheumatology.
Achievements
Victoria Shanmugam successfully transitioned the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting to a virtual platform in 2020, which included introducing educational innovations. She has also developed philanthropic support for the Rheumatology division at The George Washington University, establishing endowed lectureships and securing sustained donations. Her research program has received NIH R01 funding and support from DARPA and other federal agencies.
Professional Affiliations
Victoria Shanmugam is actively involved with the American College of Rheumatology, where she has served in various capacities, including as a host for the ACR Journals on Air Podcast. She has also chaired the Annual Meeting Planning Committee and participated in committees focused on education and nominations. Her leadership extends to the Rheumatism Society of the District of Columbia, where she served as President.