Application for nomination for Member of Advisory committee for Vaccination and Immunization Practices of IAP

A) General Information

1. Name : Dr. Ajay Kalra

Age:62 years

Contact Information:58 Khandari Road,

Agra-282 002

Mobile No. 9837080488

Email :

2. Current designation:Consultant Pediatrician

Personal Consultant Chamber Practice

3. Educational Background :M.D. Pediatrics

DCH.

Past Profession Experience:Professor & HOD Pediatrics,

Institute of Medical Sciences, Seifei

Professor Pediatrics

S.N. Medical College, Agra

B) Immunization related Information

  1. Experience
  1. Participated in first Science of Vaccinology conference held at Hyderabad – 2007.
  2. Participated as Faculty in ASOV workshops
  3. Participated and supervised Universal Immunization programme of Government
  4. Delivered and conducted Immunization workshops and Immunization dialogues during many State conferences and National conferences of IAP/IMA
  5. Vice Chairperson Infectious Diseases chapter of Indian Academy of Pediatrics three timesi.e. in 2005, 2007, 2009
  6. President UP State branch of Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) 2010.
  7. Member of Executive Body ID chapter of IAP,2006, 2007, 2008, 2009.
  8. Regional Coordinator, Polio Eradication Committee, Indian Academy of Pediatrics 2003, 2004, 2005 interacting with chain of district coordinators in the region.
  9. Member National level Polio Eradication Committee, Indian Academy of Pediatrics,2006
  10. Co-convenor Polio Eradication Committee, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, 2007,2008, 2009. Having been part of this policy making committee of IAP,contributed as co-author in the publication of the recommendations of this committee in different journals.
  11. Member Research Advisory Committee, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, 2007-2010.
  12. Member Executive Board Central IAP 2007, 2008
  13. Editorial Services
  14. Pediascene, quarterly publication, 1000 copies per issue, Advisor, 2006 onwards.
  15. Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Quarterly Publication, Indexed in Index Medicus/MEDLINE or Science Citation index(SCI-E), published from Turkiye, Reviewer 2006 – 2008.
  16. Journal of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, KHS Trust, U.K. Indexed, Reviewer, 2006.
  17. Polio Pulse – Bulletin of Polio Eradication Committee, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, 3000 copies per issue, Associate Editor, 2007.
  18. Indian Pediatrics, Monthly Publication, 16000 copies per issue, indexed in Cumulative Medical Index, Advisor, 2008.
  19. Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal of Indian Academy of Pediatrics Infectious Diseases Chapter. 16000 copies; Member Editorial Board, 2009 – 2012.
  20. Journal of Public Health & Environment – Reviewer - 2012

2.Publications (Immunization related only)

Books

  1. Editor, Infectious Diseases in Children and New Vaccines Part II, Eds T.K. Ghosh, Ajay Kalra, 2003, IAP ID Chapter Publication, Agra.
  2. Editor, Infectious Diseases in Children and New Vaccines Eds T.K.Ghosh, R.Kundu, Ajay Kalra, Nupur Ganguly, Monjori Mitra, 2007, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi.
  3. Editor, FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi.

Chapters in Books

  1. Newer Vaccines – In Recent Advances in Pediatrics Vol. I Ed. Suraj Gupte, 1st Edition, 1991. Jaypeee Brothers, New Delhi pp. 160-170.
  1. Immunity and Immunodeficiency Diseases. In Pediatrics Vol. I Ed. Satya Gupta, 3rd Edition, 1996, New Age International Ltd. New Delhi p. 167-181.
  1. Immunity and Immunodeficiency Diseases. In Pediatrics, Eds Satya Gupta, AP Dubey, Praveen Kumar 2009, Atlantic Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, pp 188 – 209.
  1. An Update on Epidemiology of Polio in India and some other Endemic Countries. In Polio Eradication : Challenges and Opportunities – Proceedings of the XXIV Round Table Conference held at New Delhi on March 19, 2010. Eds. OP Sood, T Jacob John, Ranbaxy Science Foundation, New Delhi, pp 11 – 24.
  1. Hepatitis B Vaccine. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 143 – 161.
  1. Typhoid Vaccine. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 196 – 200.
  1. Dengue Vaccine. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 317 – 322.
  1. Malaria Vaccine. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 323 – 329.
  1. Alzheimer’s Disease. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 338 – 342.
  1. Therapeutic Vaccines. In FAQs on Vaccines and Immunization Practices Eds. Vipin M. Vashishtha, Ajay Kalra, Naveen Thacker, 2011, Jaypee Brothers, New Delhi, pp 383 – 389.

Papers Published

1. Ajay Kalra, Premasish Typhoid Vaccines – Newer Developments Journal of Pediatric Sciences

Mazumdar 2(5)::2 – 6, 2010

2. A. Kalra, Mahima Rani, K. Kalra Immunization JAMS. 1990

U.P. 3(3), 71-77,

3. Ajay Kalra, Kamal Singhal, Pneumococcal Vaccines – An update Bull. Infec.Diseases

Timir Baran Sahu Chap.IAP4(1):15-22, 04

4. Nitin K.Shah, T.Jacob John, Polio Eradication Strategies in India - Indian Pediatrics 43 :

Navin Thakkar, Vipin Vashistha Re-commendations under IAP Action 1057 – 1063 2006

Ajay Kalra, Deepak Ugra Plan 2006

5. Vipin M. Vashistha, Ajay Kalra Recommendations of 2nd National Indian Pediatrics

T Jacob John, Naveen Thacker Consultative Meet of Indian Academy 45 : 367 – 378, 2008

R.K. Agarwal of Pediatrics on Polio Eradication and

(Writing Committee) improvement of routine immunization

Polio Eradication Committee IAP

6. Ajay Kalra Polio Eradication and Environment Indian Pediatrics

45 : 388- 390, 2008

7. T Jacob John, Vipin M. Vashistha, Position Paper on Universal Immunization Indian Pediaitrics

R.K. Agarwal, Ajay Kalra Programme and Polio Eradication in 45:807-813, 2008

India, Polio Eradication Committee, IAP,

8. Ajay Kalra,Vipin M.Vashishtha Typhoid Vaccine (s) to give or not Indian Pediatrics

to give 46 : 733, 2009

Publications under print :

1. Book on Vaccine Preventable Diseases and Immunization – Kothari Publications

2. Chapter on AEFI in Book on Vaccinology being brought out by IAP

3) How this assignment may impact field of vaccination in general and on IAP’s policies related to vaccines and immunization field.

The IAP COI has always done a tremendous work for bringing out guidelines for the pediatricians in the field of immunization. It now needs to help the government in formulating policies on vaccination under the universal immunization programmes. For this, a group of people who are knowledgeable and able to strike a balance between the different stake holders is essential. It would need rationalization and evidence based approach to the issue, both for framing the guidelines and making the recommendations to the government. If, I could be a part of this group and contribute from my experience, it shall be my privilege.

4) Declaration:

I declare that I do not have any conflict of interest and would abide by the
“Code of conduct”. I would also remain guided by the “Terms of Reference” as given in appendix A and B.

With warm regards,

AJAY KALRA

Appendix C.

“DECLARATION OF CONFLICT OF INTERESTS FOR IAP ACVIP MEMBERS/OFFICE-BEARERS/EXPERTS (2013)” _

Name: Dr. Ajay Kalra

Institution: Consultant Pediatrician

Email:

Date and title of meeting/ work:

Description of your role:

Your current designation (in IAP ACVIP, if any): NIL

FORM A: DECLARATION OF INTERESTS

Please answer each of the questions below. If the answer to any of the questions is "yes", briefly describe the circumstances In FORM B.

The term "you" refers to yourself, your employer and your immediate family members (i.e., spouse (or partner with whom you have a similar close personal relationship) and your minor children). "Commercial entity" includes -- aside from any commercial business -- an industry association, research institution or other enterprise whose funding is significantly derived from commercial sources having an interest related to the subject of the meeting or work. "Meeting" includes a series or cycle of meetings.

1. /

EMPLOYMENT , CONSULTING and FAVORS

1a / In the year 2012, have you received remuneration from a commercial entity with an interest related to the subject of the meeting or work? Please also report any application or negotiation for future work. / ٱ No ٱ
1b / In the year 2012, have you received any travel grant from a commercial entity with an interest related to the subject of the meeting or work? Please also report any travel grant or favor in near future from a commercial entity. / ٱ No ٱ
2. /

RESEARCH SUPPORT

In the year 2012, have you or your department or research unit received support or funding from a commercial entity or other organization with an interest related to the subject of the meeting or work? Please also report any application or award for future research support.
2a / Research support, including grants, collaborations, sponsorships, and other funding / No ٱ
2b / Non-monetary support valued at more than Rs. 25,000 overall (include equipment, facilities, research assistants, paid travel to meetings, etc.) / ٱ No ٱ
3. /

INVESTMENT INTERESTS

Do you have current investments (valued at more than Rs. 1,00,000 overall) in a commercial entity with an interest related to the subject of the meeting or work? Please also include indirect investments such as a trust or holding company.
3a / Stocks, bonds, stock options, other securities (e.g., short sales) / No ٱ
3b / Commercial business interests (e.g., proprietorships, partnerships, joint ventures) / ٱ No ٱ
4. /

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Do you have any current intellectual property rights that might be enhanced or diminished by the outcome of the meeting or work?
4a / Patents, trademarks, or copyrights (also include pending applications) / ٱ No ٱ
4b / Proprietary know-how in a substance, technology or process / ٱ No ٱ
5. /

PUBLIC STATEMENTS AND POSITIONS (in 2012)

5a / As part of a regulatory, legislative or judicial process, have you provided an expert opinion or testimony, related to the subject of the meeting or work, for a commercial entity? / ٱ No ٱ
5b / Are you holding an office or other position, where you may be expected to represent interests or defend a position related to the subject of the meeting or work? / ٱ No ٱ
6. /

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

6a /

If not already disclosed above, have you worked for the competitor of a product which is the subject of the meeting or work, or will your participation in the meeting or work enable you to obtain access to a competitor's confidential proprietary information, or create for you a financial or commercial competitive advantage?

/ No ٱ
6b / To your knowledge, would the outcome of the meeting or work benefit or adversely affect interests of others with whom you have substantial common personal, financial or professional interests (such as your adult children or siblings, close professional colleagues, administrative unit or department)? / No ٱ
6c / Is there any other aspect of your background or present circumstances not addressed above that might be affecting your objectivity or independence? / ٱ No ٱ

Ajay Kalra