Lifelong learning is a principle that we here at Avalon University School of Medicine, work hard to impart to the students that make up our drivers and driven student body. We encourage our students to use every opportunity as a learning experience. From their peer group made up of students from all of the world to their lectures and labs, Avalon pushes our community to learn from each other, studies, and mentors.
The joy of pursuing lifelong learning does not stop with our students. Our professors, faculty, and staff actively take steps of their own to enhance their knowledge and reach even greater heights. One such example is Dr. Vishal Saxena.
Dr. Vishal Saxena earned his M.D. (Pathology) from Armed Forces Medical College, University of Pune, India. He has been the chief of the medical laboratory services and blood banks and Medical Superintendent in different parts of the world. Having experience in global USMLE teaching, academic counseling, mentoring, clinical practice, and administrative experience spanning 23 years across 4 continents, Dr. Saxena has been bestowed with the “Most Outstanding Professor” award in recognition of superior teaching and commitment to quality medical education at multiple medical universities across the globe. He has graced white coat graduation ceremonies as the keynote speaker on multiple occasions.
Dr. Saxena brings with him vast experience in working with medical students. He has served in the role of Professor of Pathology at a number of medical universities across the world, including, but not limited to, five Caribbean medical universities. At one of his placements, Dr. Saxenas served as Assistant Dean of Academics and Student Affairs. In his current role, Dr. Saxena serves as Avalon’s MD5 Faculty, Professor of Pathology, and Academic Counselor for USMLEs/NBMEs.
Avalon University is thrilled to announce that Dr. Saxena was recently awarded the Fellowship of Academy of Medical Educators (FAcadMed), UK!
With this most recent accomplishment, Dr. Saxena has access to a network of medical educators at every level of career progression. Dr. Saxena believes the Fellowship of Academy of Medical Educators will allow him to demonstrate his skills and competence as he works to reach new heights in his career.
As a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators (FAcadMEd), Dr. Saxena has achieved a formally recognized and externally peer-reviewed distinction in medical education, demonstrating a high standard of professional excellence. He has the opportunity to contribute his views as part of Academy of Medical Educators (AoME)’s work to influence the future of medical education at the highest levels. He wishes to attend AoME conferences, master classes, workshops and special events, and will sign up for Special Interest Groups which foster participation among particular specialties and areas of professional interest.
On behalf of the Avalon University community, we wish the heartiest Congratulations, Dr. Vishal Saxena!
