Mr. V. Rajarathnam

Mr. Vaikunthan Rajaratnam FRCS, Dip Hand Surgery(Eur)

Senior Consultant Hand Surgeon

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital 

Singapore

Dr. Vaikunthan Rajaratnam is an esteemed hand surgeon, medical educator, and instructional designer with over forty years of clinical practice and teaching experience. He has made significant contributions to public and professional health education, leveraging technology to empower learners and educators.

Dr. Rajaratnam is a Senior Consultant Hand Surgeon at KTPH National Healthcare Group and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore’s School of Medicine. He also holds the position of Program Director of Instructional Design and Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare Professionals at NHG College, Singapore. Furthermore, he is an APU-UNESCO Chair Partner and Adjunct Professor at the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation in Malaysia.

Dr. Rajaratnam is a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators (UK), the Faculty of Surgical Trainers, the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, and the Higher Education Academy (UK). He examines various prestigious institutions, including the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and the National University of Singapore.

Dr. Rajaratnam's research interests and professional contributions are diverse and extensive. His expertise spans hand surgery, orthopedic surgery, microsurgery, medical education, instructional design, technology, generative AI in education, and surgical volunteerism. He has developed online teaching programs for health professional research and mentored surgeons globally. His broad experience encompasses teaching, training, curriculum development, research, and healthcare management, including the design of ambulatory surgical centers. As a prolific author, he has published numerous books and journal articles and serves as an academic journal reviewer.

Dr. Vaikunthan Rajaratnam's commitment to education and mentorship is a cornerstone of his professional journey. He has made invaluable contributions to the advancement of hand surgery in Sri Lanka, significantly enhancing the field through his expertise and dedication. His efforts have elevated the standards of hand surgery practice in the region and fostered a culture of continuous learning and professional growth in the surgical community. His work in Sri Lanka is a testament to his dedication to improving global healthcare through knowledge sharing and capacity building.