Dr. Rajesh Nair

Professor

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Biography

Rajesh Ramachandran Nair is a pediatric epileptologist and neurologist at McMaster Children's Hospital. He was the founding medical director of the Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Program which focuses on clinical care for medically refractory epilepsy and utilizes strategies such as the Ketogenic Diet. Dr. Nair has contributed significantly to child neurology through his leadership roles, including as program director for the International Child Neurology Teaching Network and the Canadian Epilepsy Teaching Network. His clinical interests include neurology, nutrition, dietetics, and children's health, and he has been involved with several prestigious committees related to epilepsy care and education. He has completed his MBBS at the University of Kerala and pursued further specialization at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology. Dr. Nair has amassed numerous certifications, including FRCP(C), FAES, and has been recognized as a Diplomate of the Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Director

2014-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Program • Hamilton, ON

Led the Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Program at McMaster Children's Hospital, focusing on complex epilepsy cases.

Program Director

— Present

International Child Neurology Teaching Network • Hamilton, ON

Directed the International Child Neurology Teaching Network, enhancing education in pediatric neurology.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

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