Journal of Thyroid Disorders & Therapy
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Department of Pathology, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Institute of Health Care and Medical Technology, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Biography

Professor Dr. Irfan Mohamad is a distinguished otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). He earned his Master of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (ORL-HNS) with a gold medal in 2008.Currently, he serves as the Deputy Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Professional Training at USM's School of Medical Sciences. His research interests include advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in otorhinolaryngology, with a focus on head and neck oncology. Throughout his career, Professor Dr. Mohamad has contributed extensively to academic literature, authoring over 540 academic publications and delivering more than 170 oral presentations. His dedication to medical education and research has earned him numerous accolades, including the Anugerah Ibnu Sina PAPISMA Malaysia in 2023 and multiple Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang awards from USM.

Publications

• Case Study   
  Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome and the Pattern of Thyroid Dysfunction among North Coastal Andhra Population
  Author(s): Barla Krishna*, Priya K.Dhas, Bettina J and N. Rama Krishna
  
  Introduction: The prevalence of metabolic syndrome is increasing worldwide with distinct evidence of high prevalence in southern countries including India. Recent evidence suggests thyroid dysfunction primarily subclinical hypothyroidism has been prevalent in the general population. Studies show both metabolic syndrome and thyroid dysfunctions are independent risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Hence estimating the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and thyroid dysfunction in the study population may help to take preventive measures to decrease the complications of non-communicable diseases. Aim: To estimate the prevalence of metabolic syndrome and to observe the pattern of hypothyroidism among the north coastal Andhra population. Materials and methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among 925 .. View More»
  

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