Joydeep Chaudhuri

Dr. Joydeep Chaudhuri is a Professor at the College of Medicine in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, with over 25 years of international teaching experience across India, Malaysia, Finland, Canada, and the United States. He instructs medical, dental, physician assistant, physical therapy, and occupational therapy students in anatomy and medical education disciplines.

His educational background includes:

• MS in Anatomy and Cell Biology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
• M.B.B.S. from Regional Medical College, Imphal

Dr. Chaudhuri's research spans two distinct phases: early neuroscience investigations of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Alzheimer's disease using animal models, and current pioneering work in medical education. His contemporary scholarship focuses on enhancing intrinsic motivation in medical students and mitigating psychological distress during cadaveric dissection. This research bridges educational theory, cognitive psychology, and anatomical sciences, producing practical interventions that transform anatomy pedagogy.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strategic evolution toward medical education scholarship, with 2020-2022 works demonstrating rigorous evaluation of prelaboratory assignments, drawing exercises, and mental preparation protocols. These studies consistently show improved academic performance, increased engagement, and reduced anxiety among students, establishing him as a significant contributor to evidence-based anatomy education.

Dr. Chaudhuri actively mentors medical and graduate students in educational research. His international collaborations across five countries provide unique cross-cultural perspectives on medical training. While no specific awards are documented, his sustained publication record in top anatomy education journals reflects scholarly impact. Current work continues to develop innovative frameworks for student motivation and psychological support in anatomical sciences education.