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Dr. Vandana Dave

Assistant Professor, Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Faridabad

Qualification: Med MSc, Med PhD
vandanadave@fbd.amrita.edu
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Research Interest: Clinical anatomy, Medical education

Bio

Dr. Vandana Dave is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anatomy at Amrita School of Medicine, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad. She holds a PhD in Medical Anatomy from Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences & Technology, Jaipur, and an MSc in Anatomy from Dr. S.N. Medical College, Jodhpur.

With over a decade of academic and teaching experience, she has served at reputed institutions including VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital and Army College of Medical Sciences. Her research spans clinical anatomy, anatomical variations, embryology, and applied anatomy, with numerous publications in national and international indexed journals.

Dr. Dave is actively involved in medical education, having completed multiple certified courses in medical education technology, research methodology, and biomedical research. She has presented several papers at national conferences and serves on the editorial board of the Indian Journal of Anatomy.

A life member of the Anatomical Society of India and the Society of Medical Anatomists, she continues to contribute to academics, research, and skill-based anatomical training.

Publications

Research Article

Year : 2025

Morphometric Evaluation of Foramen Transversarium in Atlas Vertebrae among the North Indian Population

Cite this Research Publication : Vandana Dave, Hem Singh, Pankaj Kumar Rathi, Meetu Agarwal, Morphometric Evaluation of Foramen Transversarium in Atlas Vertebrae among the North Indian Population, Journal of Medical Academics, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing, 2025, https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-11003-0161

Publisher : Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing

Journal Article

Year : 2025

Anatomy of Valves of the Coronary Venous System and Great Cardiac Vein: Implications for Interventional Cardiology

Cite this Research Publication : Vandana Dave, Samta Gaur, Vandana Mehta, Manish Singh Ahuja, Anatomy of valves of the coronary venous system and great cardiac vein: implications for interventional cardiology, Journal of Research in Applied and Basic Medical Sciences, Apex Publishing, 2025, https://doi.org/10.61186/rabms.11.2.139

Publisher : Apex Publishing

Year : 2024

Anatomical Correlation of Plantar Fascia Morphology with Symptom Severity in Plantar Fasciitis: An Ultrasound-Based Study

Cite this Research Publication : Meetu Agarwal, Rishu Malik, Vandana Dave, Ruchika Dhankar. Anatomical Correlation of Plantar Fascia Morphology with Symptom Severity in Plantar Fasciitis: An Ultrasound-Based Study International Journal of Toxicological and Pharmacological Research 2024; 14 (11); 01-04.

Publisher : International Journal of Toxicological and Pharmacological Research

Year : 2023

An Observational Study of Effects of Maternal Socioeconomic Status on Birth Outcome in Western Rajasthan

Cite this Research Publication : Samta Gaur, Vandana Dave, Natwar Lal Gaur, Ritu Agarwal. An observational study of effects of maternal socioeconomic status on birth outcome in western Rajasthan. I. J. of Life Sciences, Biotec. and Pharma Res.2023; 12(4):1-6.

Year : 2020

Comparative Study of Formalin Solution and Saturated Salt Solution for Embalming Cadavers for Surgical Skills Training

Cite this Research Publication : Rachna Gulati, Manish S Ahuja, , Vijay Langer, , Parikshat Gopal, , Shaifaly M Rustagi, , Vandana Dave, , Comparative Study of Formalin Solution and Saturated Salt Solution for Embalming Cadavers for Surgical Skills Training, Indian Journal of Anatomy, Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd., 2020, https://doi.org/10.21088/ija.2320.0022.9120.5

Publisher : Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd.

Year : 2020

Perception analysis of students and faculty of a recently implemented Interactive Teaching session in Anatomy using ‘Jigsaw Technique’ in a north Indian medical college

Cite this Research Publication : Niket Verma, Shaifaly M Rustagi., Suraj Prakash, Vandana Dave, Ruchi Dhuria, Perception analysis of students and faculty of a recently implemented Interactive Teaching session in Anatomy using ‘Jigsaw Technique’ in a north Indian medical college, Journal of Education Technology in Health Sciences, IP Innovative Publication Pvt Ltd, 2020, https://doi.org/10.18231/j.jeths.2020.004

Publisher : IP Innovative Publication Pvt Ltd

Year : 2020

Case Based learning in Neuroanatomy in Small Groups for First MBBS Students

Cite this Research Publication : Shaifaly Madan Rustagi, Suraj Prakash, Vandana Dave, Ruchi Dhuria, , Shilpa Gorla, , Case Based learning in Neuroanatomy in Small Groups for First MBBS Students, Indian Journal of Anatomy, Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd., 2020, https://doi.org/10.21088/ija.2320.0022.9120.8

Publisher : Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd.

Year : 2020

Variations of Coronary Venous Anatomy with Implications for Cardiac Interventions

Cite this Research Publication : Vandana Dave, Simmi Mehra,Ram Prakash Busar,Manish Singh Ahuja,Variations of Coronary Venous Anatomy with Implications for Cardiac Interventions, Indian Journal of Anatomy, Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd., 2020, https://doi.org/10.21088/ija.2320.0022.9120.11

Publisher : Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd.

Year : 2018

Anatomical Variations and Clinical Correlations of Sacral Hiatus and Sacral Canal

Cite this Research Publication : Ruchi Dhuria, Vandana Dave, Manish Ahuja, Anatomical Variations and Clinical Correlations of Sacral Hiatus and Sacral Canal, Journal of Medical Academics, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing, 2018, https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-10070-0016

Publisher : Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing

Year : 2017

Changing scenario of obesity and underweight among women in India – Revisited

Cite this Research Publication : Changing scenario of obesity and underweight among women in India – Revisited, Santosh University Journal of Health Sciences, IP Innovative Publication Pvt Ltd, 2017, https://doi.org/10.18231/2455-1732.2017.0002

Publisher : IP Innovative Publication Pvt Ltd

Year : 2014

An unusual array of extensor musculature and tendons of the hand clinico-anatomical insight

Cite this Research Publication : Dave V, Gandhi S, Mehta V, Kumar A, Arora J, Suri RK, Rath G. An unusual array of extensor musculature and tendons of the hand clinico-anatomical insight. Clin Ter. 2014;165(2):103-6. doi: 10.7471/CT.2014.1685. PMID: 24770813.

Case Reports

Year : 2025

Patent ductus arteriosus coinciding with anomalous aortic arch branches: Clinico-embryological spectrum

Cite this Research Publication : Vandana Dave, Meetu Agarwal, Devesh K. Sharma, , Sushil Kumar, , Patent ductus arteriosus coinciding with anomalous aortic arch branches: Clinico-embryological spectrum, European Journal of Anatomy, Loki & Dimas, 2025, https://doi.org/10.52083/etmf6810

Publisher : Loki & Dimas

Year : 2024

Unilateral Anomalous Venous Pattern of Face and Neck—Clinico-embryological Perspective: A Case Report

Cite this Research Publication : Sushil Kumar, Vandana Dave, Ruchika Dhankar, Meetu Agarwal, Unilateral Anomalous Venous Pattern of Face and Neck—Clinico-embryological Perspective: A Case Report, Journal of Medical Academics, Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing, 2024, https://doi.org/10.5005/jp-journals-11003-0149

Publisher : Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing

Year : 2022

Persistent Left Superior Vena Cava: An Anatomical Variation

Cite this Research Publication : Vandana Dave, Kishore Sesham, Simmi Mehra, T.S. Roy, M.S. Ahuja, Persistent left superior vena cava: An anatomical variation, Medical Journal Armed Forces India, Elsevier BV, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mjafi.2020.01.009

Publisher : Elsevier BV

Year : 2013

Unusual Architecture of Extensor Digitorum Muscle of Hand in Conjunction With Accessory Belly of Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis: A Clinico-anatomical Insight

Cite this Research Publication : Arora J, Dave V, Kumar A, Mehta V, Nayyar A, Suri RK, Rath G, Das S. Unusual architecture of extensor digitorum muscle of hand in conjunction with accessory belly of extensor carpi radialisbrevis: a clinico-anatomical insight. Clin Ter. 2013;164(1):31-3. Indexation: PubMed

Year : 2013

Duplex Appendix: A Morphological, Embryological and Applied Aspect

Cite this Research Publication : Dave, Duplex Appendix, Int J Cur Res Rev, [publisher], 2013, [url]

Year : 2012

Quadrifurcation of the Hepatic Artery Proper in Conjunction With Double Right Gastric Arteries

Cite this Research Publication : Mehta Vandana, Dave Vandana, Suri Rajesh Kumar, Rath Gayatri. Quadrifurcation of the hepatic artery proper in conjunction with double right gastric arteries. Singapore Med J. 2012 Oct; 53(10): e211-3. Indexation: PubMed

Year : 2011

Supernumerary Peronei in the Leg Musculature- Utility for Reconstruction

Cite this Research Publication : Mehta Vandana, Suri R K, Arora Jyoti, Dave Vandana, Rath Gayatri. Supernumerary peronei in the leg musculature- utility for reconstruction. Chang Gung Med J. 2011; 34(6): 62-5. Indexation: PubMed

FDP / Workshops
  1. Participated in the Basic Course in Medical Education conducted at Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad from 22 – 24 Feb 2024 co-ordinated by NMC Regional Center Pt BD Sharma PGIMS Rohtak.
  2. Completed the Basic Course in Biomedical Research (Mar-Jun 2020) from Swayam – NPTEL.
  3. Completed one month course on Research Methodology & Bio-statistical Analysis at ICPO, Noida. (Under ICMR), during 1st August to 31st August 2016.
  4. Participated in Mini-workshop (Capsule Course) in “Medical education Technologies” for Senior Residents based on MCI Revised Basic Course Workshop pattern, 13 Mar, 2019 – 15 Mar, 2019, held in MCI Regional Centre, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
Membership
  • ASI, SOMA
Conferences
  • Participated in One-day hands-on workshop Title – “Foundations in Genetics & Genomics” organized by the Department of Molecular Biology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, on October 11th, 2025.
  • Attended the “2nd Foetal Autopsy Workshop, 2025” organized by Department of Anatomy, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, on 7th & 8th February, 2025.
  • Participated in National Conference “RRR” Anatomy – The Recent, Relevant & Research based” held at Army College of Medical Sciences, Delhi Cantt on 26 – 27th July 2024.
  • Participated in DASMOS – 2024 on 27th April 2024 in Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
  • Participated in “Puppeteer of Poise”- CME on clinical anatomy of Basal Ganglia, An integrated approach conducted by GMC, Thiruvallur, Tamil-Nadu on 26th April, 2024.
  • Attended the Basic Course in Medical Education conducted at Amrita School of Medicine, Faridabad from, 22 Feb, 2024 to 24 Feb, 2024, co-ordinated by NMC Regional center Pt BD Sharma PGIMS Rohtak.
  • Attended the Anatomical Society of India 70th National Conference 2023 organized by TRIHMS, Naharlagun held from 29th Nov. to 2nd Dec. 2023 and presented the oral presentations titled: – “Comparative study of Formalin solution and Saturated salt solution embalming methods for surgical skill training workshop”.
  • 3-months introductory course on “Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare” conducted by Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, 5th may, 2023.
  • Participated in “Skills and Simulation Training” conducted by Laerdal at Amrita School of Medicine on 26th & 27th April, 2023.
  • Participated as Chairperson in Scientific session in SGTeAnatCon2023 held on 5th & 6th April 2023, organized by FMHS, SGT University.
  • “Principles and Practices of Embalming and Morphometry” on 28th to 29th march 2023 organized by Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
  • BLS training on 23 February, 2023 conducted by AHA certified instructor at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad.
  • “A video editing software for medical teachers to create learning resources – hand’s on training” held at Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry on January 20th, 2023.
  • “The Prodigious Jecur 2022 – CME on clinical Anatomy of the Hepatobiliary System” conducted by Tirunelveli Medical College, Tamil Nadu on 9th Dec,2022.
  • Web Seminar on “Dissection Images and their Surgical Importance by Dr Sanjoy Sanyal” on 26th Nov, 2022 organized by Thieme Publishers.
  • 3rd International e-conference on “Role of Basic Medical Sciences in Academia, Diagnosis and Research Advancement” BMSeCON 2022 held from 17th to 19th November, 2022, conducted by AVMCH, Puducherry, India.
  • “2nd Basic Histological Techniques – 2022” organized by MAMC New Delhi 25th-26th March 2022 MAMC New Delhi.
  • National CME on “Micrometry in Microscopic Image Analysis using ImageJ Software” conducted by Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry on 12 Feb 2022.
  • “A virtual Academic Fiesta” the National conference of Anatomical Society of India, NATCON-68, conducted by King George’s Medical University, Lucknow from 28-30 Jan 2022.
  • CME on “Expanding Horizons of Anatomy: Knowing the Unknown” 68th National Conference of Anatomical Society of India, conducted by King George’s Medical University, Lucknow on 28 Jan 2022.
  • International workshop of Anatomy IWA-2021 on Evolving trends of Anatomy: A Global Prospective, Organized by Teerthanker Mahaveer Medical College and Research Center under aegis of ASI from 22-23 Oct 2021.
  • CME-World Heart Day 2021, “Use Heart to Connect” held at Army College of Medical Sciences, Delhi Cantt on 28th September 2021.
  • Impact-2021 online workshop and conference on “Scientific Writing and Reviewing” held by Medical Journal Armed Forces Medical College, Pune from 16-18 Sep 2021.
  • Participated in the CME on “Small group teaching methodology” conducted at Army College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 01 Nov, 2019.
  • Participated in Mini-workshop (Capsule Course) in “Medical education Technologies” for Senior Residents based on MCI Revised Basic Course Workshop pattern, 13 Mar, 2019 – 15 Mar, 2019, held in MCI Regional Centre, Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.
  • Attended the Annual Conference of Anatomical Society of India 2019 organized by VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi and presented two oral presentations titled:  “The Anatomy of Coronary Venous System” and “Potential Anatomical Barriers to Coronary Sinus Catheterization and Clinical Implications”.
  • Attended the Annual Conference of Anatomical Society of India 2018 organized by AIIMS, Rishikesh and presented oral presentation titled “Persistent Left Superior Vena Cava with Atrial Septal Defect and Anomalous Venous Pattern: Embryology and Clinical Relevance”.
  • Attended the Annual Conference of Anatomical Society of India 2016 and participated as delegate in the CME cum workshop on Cytogenetics in AIIMS Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
  • Attended ‘DASMOS—a seminar on Anatomy for the Medical Colleges in Delhi’ in Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
  • International Workshop on ‘STEREOLOGY’ in New Delhi on 8-9 September, 2015 in Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi.

Attended the Annual Conference of Anatomical Society of India 2008 in Banaras Hindu University.

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