Dr. Harish Rao completed his Medical studies from Gandhi Medical College Bhopal in 1992 when he obtained M.S Orthopaedics. After obtaining his postgraduate degree he advanced his professional and surgical skills through Fellowships in Hand and Joint Replacement Surgery from renowned centres in the country. He is an advanced AO fellow in Trauma surgery. His continuing interest and pursuit towards excellence has led him to various conferences, seminars, workshops and CME in both National and International forums in various capacities.
He worked in private and Government set-ups before commencing his academic career in 1997 as a faculty in Krishna Institute of Medical sciences, Karad following which he joined People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre as Associate Professor in 2004 September, subsequently he was promoted as Professor in 2007 and further as Head of Department in 2009 till Jan 2024. He was appointed as Pro-Vice Chancellor of People’s University and also Director, Centre for Scientific and Research Development, with effect from 11.08.2018 till 31.03.2023, subsequently from 1 st April, 2023 he Officiated as Vice Chancellor of the University till 17 th April, 2024. He was appointed Vice Chancellor on 18 th April, 2024 by the Hon’ble Chancellor of People’s University, the office of which he continues to hold till date.
Being academically oriented he has contributed to scientific literature in National and International journals. He has been actively involved in research and contributed towards medical education as Chairman Board of studies and in Medical Education Technology as a resource person. As a guest speaker he has been invited in various state, National and International scientific forums. He is a member of various scientific associations at National and International levels and also of Grand Masonic Lodge of India.