Dr. Jeyaraj D. Pandian is a globally renowned neurologist, clinician-scientist, and academic leader who serves as principal (dean) and professor of neurology at Christian Medical College, Ludhiana. Widely recognized for his pioneering contributions to stroke medicine, he has played a transformative role in advancing stroke care systems, research, and policy frameworks in India and across low- and middle-income countries.

With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Dr. Pandian has been instrumental in strengthening neurology as a specialty, particularly in the domain of stroke care. His work has focused on stroke epidemiology, thrombolysis, and the development of scalable stroke-care models tailored to resource-constrained settings. He has led major national and international research initiatives, including serving as the National Principal Investigator for the Indian Stroke Clinical Trial Network (INSTRuCT), contributing to evidence-based clinical advancements.

A highly respected global thought leader, Dr. Pandian currently serves as President of the World Stroke Organization (WSO) and is a former President of the Indian Stroke Association. His leadership has extended to global policy and advocacy platforms, including advisory roles with the World Health Organization (WHO) on non-communicable diseases and stroke care frameworks. His efforts have been central to promoting equitable access to stroke treatment and improving healthcare systems in developing regions.

At CMC Ludhiana, he has led the development of a world-class stroke program, contributing to the institution being designated as the first WHO Collaborating Centre for Stroke globally, reflecting its leadership in clinical care, research, and training. His work has also included establishing population-based stroke registries and advancing mobile stroke units to improve early intervention and outcomes.

A prolific academician, Dr. Pandian has authored over 250 peer-reviewed publications with a high citation impact and serves on editorial boards of leading international journals in neurology and stroke medicine. His contributions have been widely recognized, including the prestigious Global Stroke Services Award from the World Stroke Organization, making him one of the few global leaders shaping stroke care delivery at scale.

Through his clinical excellence, research leadership, and global policy engagement, Dr. Jeyaraj D. Pandian continues to redefine stroke care and neurological sciences—driving innovation, strengthening health systems, and improving outcomes for millions of patients worldwide.