Dr. (Prof.) Pankaj Tripathi is an acclaimed pathologist and healthcare entrepreneur with over 20 years of global experience in diagnostics and transfusion services. Dr. Tripathi is a respected academician, mentor, and prolific author with 200+ CME hours and multiple national and international publications. He teaches MBBS and MD students, mentors startups, and plays an active role in organising CMEs and pathology conferences. With expertise spanning histopathology, haematology, molecular diagnostics, and lab accreditation, he is known for his patient-centric approach, business acumen, and leadership in quality healthcare delivery.

Dr. (Prof.) Pankaj Tripathi
Director Central Laboratory - (Director (Central LAB))
Central Laboratory
Qualification:
MBBS, MD Pathology (Gold Medalist), MBA - Healthcare Management
Experience:20+ Years
Rating:Patient Satisfaction Rate: 5 | Rating: 5/5 ⭐
Languages:English, Hindi
About
Experience
- Head of Operations, Indira Path Labs (Indira IVF
• Established and expanded a network of 22 labs across India
• Led digital transformation initiatives, including LIMS implementation and ABDM integration, earning recognition from the Government of India
• Achieved high turnaround time (TAT) performance and ensured strict compliance with quality standards
- SRL Ranbaxy, Bareilly – Consultant Pathologist & Lab Head
- Apollo Clinic, Lucknow – Consultant Pathologist & Lab Head
- Amrita Institute, Kochi – Director, Lab & Transfusion Services
- Dr. Lal PathLabs, Lucknow – Consultant Pathologist
- Quest Diagnostics, Lucknow – Consultant Pathologist & Lab Head
- Sterling Accuris Diagnostics, Lucknow – Co-owner & Lab Head
- Professor & HOD, University Registrar, COVID Lab In-charge, Deputy Medical Superintendent
Awards & Achievements
- Gold Medalist in MBBS (Subjects: Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics, Medicine)
- Gold Medalist in MD (Pathology)
- 1st Rank Holder in Undergraduate State Entrance Exam
- 1st Rank Holder in Postgraduate State Entrance Exam
- Lab Recognised as Best in India for digital services by Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), Govt. of India
- Winner – State Level Psychiatry Quiz, 2004
- 1st Prize – Psychiatry Prize Examination, 2005
- ICMR STS Research Grant Recipient for study on Acne Vulgaris
Specialization & Expertise
Central Lab Subspecialties:
- Hematology
- Microbiology
- Cytopathology
- Clinical Pathology
- Molecular Pathology
- Flow Cytometry
- Histopathology
Technical Expertise:
- Immunohistochemistry
- Blood Banking & Apheresis
- Transfusion Pathology
- Renal & Transplant Biopsy Analysis
- Electron Microscopy
Lab & Hospital Operations:
- Lab Setup, Licensing & Accreditation (ISO, NABL, NABH, CAP, AABB)
- Quality Control & Compliance Programs
- P&L Management, SWOT Analysis, Business Modelling
- LIMS & ABDM Digital Health Integration
Academic & Teaching:
- UG/PG Medical Education (Clinical & Para-clinical Pathology)
- DNB Program Coordinator and Examiner
- Technician Training Programs
Qualifications
- MBBS – Government Medical College, Bellary, Karnataka (RGUHS)
- MD (Pathology) – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Bengaluru, Karnataka (RGUHS)
- High School (Class 10) – Lucknow Public School, CBSE Board.
- Intermediate (Class 12) – Lucknow Public School, CBSE Board.
Research
- 12 Paper Presentations in international indexed journals
- 6 Poster Presentations
- Co-author of a chapter in the COMEDK PG Entrance Exam Pathology Guide Book
Research Projects
- ICMR-Funded Project: Association between obesity and breast cancer
- Drug Research Trials: Conducted at VIMTA and various USFDA trials
Memberships
- Medical Council of India (MCI) – Registered Medical Practitioner
- Uttar Pradesh Medical Council (UPMC) – State Registration
- MIAPM – Member, Indian Association of Pathologists and Microbiologists
- MIMA – Member, Indian Medical Association