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Personal profile
Biography
Dinesh Ramachandram is a Lecturer at School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia. He brings a wealth of experience as a Clinical Pharmacist and also as a Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs Executive, where he worked closely with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).
Dinesh is currently the Unit Coordinator for Professional Practice IV, where he leads the integration of Evidence-Based Medicine into the curriculum. His teaching is incredibly impactful within clinical units focused on acute and comprehensive care, ensuring students gain the practical skills necessary to excel in complex healthcare settings. With a commitment to bridging theory and practice, Dinesh has established himself as a pivotal figure in advancing clinical education.
Beyond his teaching, Dinesh has a remarkable research portfolio with over 50 publications. He has cultivated solid industrial linkages and secured significant research funding, contributing to the growth and innovation within the field. Dinesh also plays a crucial role in mentoring and supervising undergraduate students within and across disciplines, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages multidisciplinary research. His dedication to education and research underscores his leadership in the academic community.
Research interests
Primary Research Area(s):
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Digital Health
- Medication Management
- Dementia
Other Research Area(s):
- Substanse Use
- Integrative Medicine
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Pharmacy, BPharm, SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Pharmacy, MSc Pharmacy, Universiti Sains Malaysia (University of Science Malaysia)
External positions
Internal Auditor, Association of Integrative Medicine Malaysia
Network Member, South East Asia Dementia Research Network
Research area keywords
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Practice
- Digital Health
- Public Health
- Evidence informed practice
- integrative medicine
- Pharmacy Education
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Innovate for Impact: A Youth led Research-Driven Program for Dementia-Friendly Communities
Wang, L. S. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)) & Ramachandram, D. S. (Chief Investigator (CI))
20/08/25 → 31/07/26
Project: Research
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Effectiveness of Medication Dispensing with a full-fledged Automation Equipment in Hospitals
Ramachandram, D. S. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Kow, C. S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Watterson, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Rajandra, P. (Partner Investigator (PI))
1/06/23 → 30/06/25
Project: Research
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Comparative efficacy of liberal and restrictive blood transfusion strategies in anemic patients with acute myocardial infarction: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., Feb 2025, In: Transfusion. 65, 2, p. 260-266 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Decriminalizing and Legalizing Cannabis for Clinical Benefits in Malaysia: Perspective Among Pharmacists (A Qualitative Study)
Koh, J. A., Loo, X. J., Tay, J. W., Haw Liew, B. Y., Mohammed, A. H., R, R. & Ramachandram, D. S., 2025, In: Journal of Psychoactive Drugs. 57, 5, p. 561-571 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Development and validation of a questionnaire assessing pharmacists' knowledge and practice towards antimicrobial stewardship in oncology care
Mohammed, A. H., Hassan, B. A. R., Sern, L. J., Xuan, L. J., Yun, L. J., En, L. J., Ramachandram, D. S., Lim, A., Dujaili, J. A. & Blebil, A. Q., May 2025, In: PLoS ONE. 20, 5, 20 p., e0321551.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access1 Citation (Scopus) -
Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) in pharmacy education: perspectives among pharmacists in the workforce (a qualitative study)
Ramachandram, D. S., Min Yuiann, R. G., Shi Hao, K., Le Huai, R. L., Muhammad Azmi Khor, H. K., Hanum Dadameah, N. E., Mohammed, A. H. & Wang, L., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Interactive Learning Environments. 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Antibiotics in COVID-19: Unveiling disturbing truths through critical scrutiny
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., Jun 2024, In: Journal of Medical Virology. 96, 6, 2 p., e29720.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus)
Prizes
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Alzheimer Disease International (ADI) Travel Bursary Award 2024
Ramachandram, D. S. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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DOCQUITY External Funding
Ramachandram, D. S. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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EduTECH Asia Awards- Finalist for Outstanding Industrial Collaboration
Ramachandram, D. S. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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International Medical University (IMU) Research Grant 2023
Ramachandram, D. S. (Recipient), Kow, C. S. (Recipient) & Shanmugham, S. (Recipient), 28 Mar 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment 2025
Ramachandram, D. S. (Recipient), 2025
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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SEGi Public Health Campaign 2025
Ramachandram, D. S. (Invited speaker)
May 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Launch of AvantMind Matters 2025
Ramachandram, D. S. (Organiser) & Wang, L. S. (Organiser)
Jun 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Research Partner: Research, Experimentation and Discovery (RED) 2025
Ramachandram, D. S. (Contributor)
Nov 2025Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Brain Awareness Forum & Workshop
Appalasamy, J. R. (Organiser), Sekar, M. (Member of programme committee), Shaharuddin, S. (Member of programme committee), Ramachandram, D. S. (Member of programme committee), Sajid Ali, N. (Member of programme committee) & Mohammed, A. H. (Member of programme committee)
16 May 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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AI in Healthcare Webinar- University of Nottingham Malaysia
Ramachandram, D. S. (Invited speaker)
29 Nov 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
Press/Media
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5 terima Geran Anugerah Merdeka Untuk Penempatan Antarabangsa 2025
30/08/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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5 Young Malaysians Receive The 2025 Merdeka Award Grant For Their Innovative Research
30/08/25
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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Five Malaysians Awarded 2025 Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment
30/08/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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Five Malaysians Awarded 2025 Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment
29/08/25
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature