V. M. Thomas
Dr. V M Thomas | |
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| Member of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly | |
| Assumed office 4 June 2024 | |
| Preceded by | K. Narayana Swamy |
| Constituency | Gangadhara Nellore |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 28 June 1974 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Political party | Telugu Desam Party |
| Spouse | Anarkali Reddy |
| Children | VM Rahul,VM Roshan |
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| Profession | Embryology Scientist |
Dr.V M Thomas is an Embryology Scientist & Indian politician from Andhra Pradesh.[1] He is an MLA from Gangadhara Nellore Assembly constituency which is in Chittoor district. He represents Telugu Desam Party.[2] He won the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election .[3][4]
Thomas having a world record by delivering 65000+ IVF/ICSI babies successfully. He is one of the world famous Embryology Scientist.
Early life and education
[edit]Thomas was born on 28 June 1974 in a middle class family to Vadingadu Prakasam and Vadingadu Rani, Thomas is an Embryology Scientist.
Education Details
[edit]- Fellowship, Karnataka University.
- Ph.D in Bio-technology, Karnataka University.
- M.Sc in Bio-technology (1996-98), S.V. University, Tirupati.
- B.Sc (1992-95) Government Degree College, Puttur.
- Intermediate- BIPC (1990-92), Government Junior College, Karvetinagaram.
- 9th-10th Class, CSI High School , Kollagunta.
- 6th-8th Class,Government School,Padhurukuppam.
- 1st-5th Class, Primary Government School,Annur, Karvetinagaram.
Political career
[edit]Telugu Desam Party
[edit]He joined Telugu Desam party in June-2023 , TDP won GD Nellore assembly constituency in 1994 as it was part of Vepanjeri constituency. Delimitation of assembly constituencies happened in 2006 and it was became as GD Nellore,after that TDP has never won this assembly seat. Then Thomas won the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly election from Gangadhara Nellore Assembly constituency representing Telugu Desam Party. He got polled 101,176 votes and defeated Krupalakshmi, daughter of deputy chief minister K. Narayana Swamy, by a margin of 26,011 votes.[5][6]
Professional & Business Details
[edit]- He completed his Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in 1998 from University of Madras, Chennai.
- Worked as IVF Scientist and IVF Embryologist at Srishti IVF Centre, Chennai during 1998-99.
- He conducted training programs for students on IVF at Madras University in 1999, Department of Animal Biotechnology.
- He conducted IVF training programs at Apollo Hospitals chennai,UK,Singapore,Japan,Dubai,Saudi Arabia,America.
- He Worked in Saudi Arabia as IVF Scientist during the years 2000-2002.
- He Worked as IVF Scientist at Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai during the years 2002-2004 and responsible for first baby birth in India through IVF in the university .
- He worked as IVF Scientist & Chief Embryologist during 2004-2010 at Institute of Reproductive Medicines,Madras Medical Mission,Chennai.
- He started Chennai fertility center & research institute(CFC & RI) in 2010, Now CFC having branches at Chennai, Pondicherry ,Tirupati , Hyderabad , Kolkata and Dhaka(Bangladesh).
- Chennai Fertility Center (CFC) employs over 1000+ people.
- He has written more than 25 books and various articles sharing his knowledge.
- So far, he has assisted the birth of nearly 65,000 IVF babies worldwide with his treatment methods.
- He Conducted more than 200 IVF camps to infertile couples worldwide.
- He is visiting Consultant at Dubai, Saudi Arabia, UK,Singapore, Oman, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Malaysia.
Contribution to the society
[edit]- He is currently sponsoring(Every Year) "V M thomas gold medal" to the topper in Bio Technology at Padmavathi Mahila Vishwavidyalayam,Tirupati,Andhra Pradesh.
- He donated 50,00,000/- rs (50 Lakhs) to CM relief fund for Vijayawada flood relief activities(2024).
- More than 5000 IVF doctors have been trained and qualified by CFC.
- Chennai Fertility Center (CFC) given employment over 1000+ people.
Awards
[edit]V M Thomas has won a number of awards as follows
- Thomas has won more than 30 national and international awards for his expertise in reproduction and embryology.
- Won the University's Best Alumni Award, S V University.
- Prestigious award “SAB Community service Award” from Thiru N.Rangasamy, Chief Minister,Pondicherry
- YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD from from NESA New Delhi for the year 2007
- RAJIV GANDHI GOLD MEDAL AWARD for his excellent contribution in ART and clinical Embryology for the year -2012
- ARCH OF EXCELLENCE AWARD for his outstanding contribution in Reproductive Medicine and Embryology for the year 2012.
- Outstanding National Citizen Award for his remarkable contribution in the field of Reproductive Medicine and Embryology for year – 2012 -New Delhi.
- Most promising infertility specialist for his out standing contribution in the field of infertility for the year-2012-13 – Big Research & NDTV profit.
- Rastriya Gaurav Award for his excellent contribution in InVitro Fertilization(IVF) for the year 2012 – National Citizen Guild – New Delhi.
- Life Time Achievement Award for his incredible service in In Vitro Fertilization – AIAC-2013 – New Delhi.
- Glory of India Award for his splendid performance in IVF- New Delhi – 2013
- Bharath Excellence Award for his outstanding service in IVF- Embryology – FFI-New Delhi – 2013
- Rajiv Gandhi Arch of Excellence Gold Medal Award for his extraordinary performance in infertility treatment(FFI)New Delhi – 2013
- Mother Teresa Excellence Award for his meritorious achievements in Reproductive Medicine and Embryology-ICSEP-Hyderabad-2013
- Award of Excellence in Medical Biotechnology for his pioneering work and his outstanding contribution in clinical Embryology – SAB annual award -Tirupati -2013
- Global Excellence Award for his outstanding performance and contribution in the field of IVFworld wide – New Delhi – 2013
- Indira Gandhi Arch for Excellence Award for his outstanding contribution to the Childless couples – New Delhi 2013
- Bharat SevaRathan Gold Medal Award for his nobel work in the field of Infertility – Bangalore – 2013.
- Jawaharlal Nehru Gold Medal Award from GEPRA,chennai -2014.
- Bharath Jyothi Award for his remarkable achievement in Infertility treatment and for the outstanding pregnancy rates from IIPFS,Chennai – 2014
- Fellow Society of Reproductive Biotechnology (FSAB) – for the year 2012.
References
[edit]- ^ "VM Thomas takes out big rally before filing nomination at GD Nellore assembly". The Times of India. 23 April 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ Vennelakanti, Pradeep (15 February 2024). "Dr Thomas confident of defeating Deputy CM in GD Nellore seat". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "Dr. Vm. Thomas, TDP Election Results LIVE Latest Updates On Dr. Vm. Thomas , Lok Sabha Constituency Seat - NDTV.com". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "Election Commission of India". results.eci.gov.in. Archived from the original on 11 June 2024.
- ^ "Gangadhara Nellore (SC) Constituency Election Results 2024: Gangadhara Nellore (SC) Assembly Seat Details, MLA Candidates & Winner". The Times of India. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "Gangadhara Nellore Assembly Election Results 2024: Gangadhara Nellore Election Candidates List, Election Date, Vote Share – IndiaToday". India Today. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
