Dr. Rachna Tewari
MBBS, MD
Professor & HOD, Department of Microbiology
Reg. Number: DMC-20719
About
I am a dedicated medical microbiologist with over 20 years of experience in clinical diagnostics, teaching, and hospital infection control. Have expertise in bacteriology, virology, serology, mycology, molecular diagnostics, and antimicrobial stewardship. As Head of the Microbiology Department, oversee laboratory operations, quality assurance, equipment management, and staff training. I am passionate about medical education and regularly teach MBBS and MD students through case-based learning. C
ommitted to improving patient safety, strengthening laboratory systems, and promoting evidence-based infection control practices within the hospital. I bring discipline, compassion, and continuous learning to my professional role.
Educational Qualifications
| Degree | Year | Name of College & University | Registration Number | Date of Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 1999 | JNMC AMU | DMC-20719 | 29-04-2000 |
| MD | 2004 | JNMC AMU | DMC-20719 | 29-10-2010 |
| PGCPAHM | 2025 | IIM and AIIMS Nagpur |
Details of Teaching Experience
| Designation* | Institution | From | To | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | HIMSR, NewDelhi | 17-01-23 | Present | |
| Associate Professor | JNMC, AMU | 11-11-2014 | 31-12-2020 | |
| Assistant Professor | HIMSR. NewDelhi | 27-12-2010 | 10-11-2014 | |
| Demonstrator / Tutor | HIMSR. NewDelhi | 01-07-2010 | 26-12-2010 | |
| Lecturer | JNMC, AMU | 28-08-2006 | 14-10-2006 | |
| Demonstrator / Tutor | JNMC, AMU | 09-08-1999 | 14-10-2006 |
Total Publications:-21
Publications(Last Three Year)
- Gupta V, Tewari R. Antibiotic resistance patterns of ESBL and MBL producing gram-negative bacteria in a tertiary care hospital. Int J Sci Res. 2025 Jan;14(1).
- Khan A, Tewari R. Biofilm producing Staphylococcus aureus: an emerging threat in bloodstream infections and its challenging treatment issues. J Med Sci Clin Res. 2024;5(1):10–17.
- Ansari MJ, Tewari R, Dudeja M. Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus epidermidis in blood samples – can its spread be prevented in hospitals? Int J Curr Microbiol App Sci. 2020;9(9):542–8.
- Khan A, Tewari R, Shree N. Mupirocin-resistant methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus – Are these strains wrongly reported and treated? Int J Med Sci Public Health. 2020;9(6):363–7
- Khan A, Tewari R, Shree N, Dudeja M. Biofilm production and its effects on virulence of MRSA: a study in tertiary care hospital, Delhi. Int J Community Med Public Health. 2020 Sep;7(9):3518–23.
Research Work & Projects
- Dengue virus serotypes and their correlation with clinical severity and laboratory parameters
- Risk factors for surgical site infections and antimicrobial resist5ance of bacterial isolate s
- Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of high level aminoglycoside resistance in clinical enterococcus isolates
- To study the molecular determinants of mother-to-child transmission of Human Immunodeficiency virus Type -1 (DHR)
Workshops/ CMEs/ Conference Organised
- Community outreach – womens international day. 2017.
- Induction programme for 2 nd batch ,HIIMSR.
- Co - Organizer Dengue Symposium . 2012.
- Street show on world AIIDS Day for Spreading Awareness.
- Symposium on Crimean Congo Haemorrahgic fever in Feb2011
Institutional Responsibilities
| S.No. | Name of the Committee | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MBBS Phase-II | Coordinator |
| 2 | DR-TB centre committee | Member |
