Chief Editor

Dr. Phulen Sarma
Position: Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology, AIIMS Guwahati
Location: Changsari, Kamrup, Assam, India.

Dr. Phulen Sarma is a pharmacologist currently associated with AIIMS Guwahati, specializing in neurosciences and pharmacogenomics. He holds both MBBS and MD degrees, with a strong focus on research related to pharmacology, including systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical trials. He has contributed to various projects funded by esteemed organizations such as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

At AIIMS Guwahati, he is involved in academic and clinical research initiatives, particularly in understanding drug interactions and their genetic implications. His expertise extends to data analysis using advanced tools like R Programming and Python, and he has authored research articles in high-impact scientific journals.

Dr. Sarma has also played a role in collaborative studies, contributing to the development of evidence-based guidelines. His research interests include drug safety, efficacy, and innovative therapeutic strategies

Professional Roles and Contributions:

  • Principal Investigator (PI): Leads the "Centre for Evidence-based Guidelines" project under the aegis of ICMR-DHR, focusing on systematic reviews and evidence synthesis for clinical guidelines. Specific areas include empirical antibiotic use for sepsis, vaginal discharge, and dental pain.
  • Academic Contributions: Engages in the teaching and training of medical students at AIIMS Guwahati, with a focus on pharmacology and evidence-based medicine.
  • Research Interests: Involved in advanced pharmacology, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and drug safety evaluations. Works on collaborative projects addressing global health challenges.

Contact Information:
Email: phulensarma@aiimsguwahati.ac.in
Office Address: 2nd Floor, Medical College Building, AIIMS Guwahati

Dr. Sarma's expertise spans both academic pharmacology and applied clinical research, with significant contributions to guideline development and interdisciplinary healthcare projects.