Internal Medicine Physician

Company Description

Founded in 1987, L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) is a pioneer in delivering equitable, quality eye care services. Having served over 36.89 million patients, with more than half receiving free services, LVPEI operates a comprehensive eye care network of over 300 centers across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Ballari, and even Monrovia, Liberia. The institute is globally recognized, ranked among the top 10 eye research institutions for three consecutive years by SCImago Institutions Rankings. LVPEI specializes in clinical services, education, research, vision rehabilitation, rural outreach, eye banking, and advocacy, offering sustainable solutions to eliminate avoidable blindness. With a mission to ensure accessible and affordable eye care for all, LVPEI is committed to transforming lives through innovative and impactful interventions.

Role Summary

Team Leader Internal Medicine will lead general medical services within the tertiary eye institute, ensuring safe pre-operative evaluation, effective management of systemic comorbidities, and support for ophthalmology teams. The role focuses on delivering high-quality internal medicine consultations, managing medical emergencies, and enabling integrated care for patients whose systemic conditions impact ocular health.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide internal medicine consultations, pre-operative assessments, and medical clearances.
• Manage systemic conditions relevant to ophthalmic outcomes (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
• Handle on-campus medical emergencies and coordinate referrals as needed.

Leadership & Administration

• Lead the Internal Medicine department, guide physicians and medical officers, and oversee clinical protocols.
• Ensure regulatory, ethical, and quality compliance across medical services.

Collaboration with Ophthalmology

• Work closely with ophthalmologists on complex cases requiring combined systemic and ocular management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions and care planning.

Quality, Safety & Governance

• Support infection control practices and quality monitoring.
• Contribute to NABH/NABL/QMS standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Training & Development

• Mentor junior medical staff and support educational activities related to systemic disease management.

Qualifications

• MD/DNB in General Medicine with 15-20 years of relevant experience; leadership exposure preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work in high-volume, multidisciplinary settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• M.B.B.S. with a specialization in Internal Medicine or equivalent
• Experience - 4yrs to 15 yrs