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'''H.J. Jaikrishna''', MDS, PGDMLE (NLSIU), FDS RCPS (Glasg), is a distinguished dental surgeon and stomatologist renowned for his impactful contributions to dental education, clinical practice, and healthcare administration in India. He has served as Member of the Senate, Academic council and the Syndicate of Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka,with vast experience in the field of Dentistry in various positions including Clinical, Academic, Administrative and also Legal domain. where he influenced policy and academic advancements in medical and dental education,<ref>https://www.practo.com/bangalore/doctor/dr-jaikrishna-h-j-dentist</ref><ref>https://www.1mg.com/doctors/dr-h-j-jaikrishna-b-d-s-m-d-s-dental-surgery-in-bengaluru/DR-5j896</ref> 

==Early Life and Education==

Dr. H.J. Jaikrishna, born on January 23, 1973, in Bengaluru, India, is a highly accomplished dental professional with an impressive academic background. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Bangalore University in September 1995 and earned his Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Oral Medicine and Radiology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in September 2000, achieving the university's third rank. Furthering his expertise, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics (PGDMLE) from the National Law School of India University, Bengaluru, in June 2022 and obtained a Diploma of Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDS RCPS) from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2023.

==Professional Career==

Dr. Jaikrishna has a long and distinguished career in dental education and administration:

* Syndicate Member, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore (2022–present)
* Syndicate Member, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore (2018–2021)
* Senate Member, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore (2012–2015)
* Academic Council Member, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (2014)
* Academic Council Member, Rani Chennamma University, Belgaum (2011)

Dr. Jaikrishna established the Dental Diagnostic Centre in 2001, a multispecialty dental hospital with digital OPG facilities, orthodontic, CBCT centre and implant centre in Koramangala, Bangalore. In 2016, he expanded the centre to HSR Layout, Bangalore, providing advanced dental care services.

==Contributions and Initiatives==

As a member of the Senate and Syndicate at RGUHS, Dr. Jaikrishna has moved and adopted several key resolutions and proposals aimed at improving the quality of education and services provided by the university. His initiatives include:

* Time-bound guaranteed services for students to obtain necessary documents from the university.
* Mandatory Kannada learning for effective patient communication.
* Inclusion of senate and syndicate members in the governing councils of affiliated institutions for transparency.
* Proposals for health insurance and fee assurance for meritorious students.
* Development of paradental certificate courses and interdisciplinary PhD programs.
* Establishment of a centre for intellectual property rights, student scholarships, and financial assistance programs.
* Setting up of audio-visual studios, virtual learning centers, and placement/career centers.
* Introduction of evaluation reforms in medical education and changes to the MDS syllabus.

==Vision Statement==

Dr. Jaikrishna's vision is to contribute to a credible education system that provides inclusive quality education equipped with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values necessary for leading a productive life and responding to the country’s development needs and global societal changes. 
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