01 • Diagnostics
Histopathology
Pathology-focused diagnostic expertise with emphasis on oral and maxillofacial disease.
Hey, I'm
Dr. Divya Uppala
Head of Department, Department of Oral Pathology. Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology | Forensic Analysis & Law | AI in Oral Pathology | Digital Diagnostics | Healthcare Education.
20+
Years in Dentistry
& Academia
& Academia
15+
Years at
GITAM
GITAM
5
Professional
Languages
Languages
3+
Advanced
Disciplines
Disciplines
Professional Summary
Advancing oral health through pathology, research, technology and education.
A multidisciplinary academic journey focused on oral pathology, research, diagnostics and healthcare education.
As Head of Department at GITAM Deemed University, my journey has been marked by a deep commitment to advancing oral health through innovative research and education.
Specializing in oral and maxillofacial pathology, my focus has been on understanding and combating oral diseases while mentoring and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals.
My professional interests extend into forensic odontology, digital diagnostics, explainable AI and healthcare education, creating opportunities to connect traditional dental science with emerging technologies.
Oral Pathology
Research
Digital Diagnostics
AI
Forensic Odontology
“Teach, Diagnose oral lesions.”
Pathology • Research • Education • Innovation
Top Skills & Expertise
Clinical, technological and interdisciplinary strengths.
Combining specialist pathology knowledge with emerging technologies and healthcare education.
02 • AI
Explainable AI
Exploring transparent and interpretable AI approaches for diagnostic healthcare applications.
03 • Digital
Digital Diagnostics
Technology-enabled approaches to modern pathology workflows and diagnostics.
04 • Forensics
Forensic Odontology
Forensic analysis, dental science and interdisciplinary applications of law.
05 • Safety
Pharmacovigilance
Interest in medicine safety, adverse-event awareness and evidence-driven healthcare.
06 • Education
Healthcare Education
Teaching, mentoring and integrating emerging technologies into dental education.
Experience
Academic leadership, clinical practice & editorial contribution.
A career spanning university leadership, teaching, clinical practice, research and scientific publishing.
Current Leadership
Head of Department
GITAM Deemed University • Professor
September 2022 — Present
• Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Academic leadership combining oral pathology, research, mentoring, digital diagnostics and healthcare education.
Research
Oral pathology meets evidence & innovation.
Research interests spanning oral cancer, rare pathology, molecular factors, diagnostics and healthcare education.
Research Focus
Current areas of professional interest include oral and maxillofacial pathology, oral lesions, oral squamous cell carcinoma, HPV infection, p53 polymorphism/mutation, digital diagnostics and AI applications in pathology.
Oral Cancer
HPV
p53
Digital Pathology
Explainable AI
Research Philosophy
Evidence-driven diagnosis with meaningful innovation.
Bridging pathology expertise with technology, education and interdisciplinary research to strengthen diagnostic understanding and healthcare practice.
01
Desmoplastic Ameloblastoma
Research topic in oral and maxillofacial pathology.
02
Relationship among tobacco habits, HPV infection, p53 polymorphism/mutation and the risk of oral squamous cell carcinoma
Research connecting behavioral, viral and molecular factors with oral cancer risk.
03
Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor of Mandible
Rare oral and maxillofacial pathology case subject.
04
Cholesteatoma of the Maxillary Sinus Simulating Neoplasia
Rare case-report subject emphasizing diagnostic differentiation.
Education
A multidisciplinary academic foundation.
Dentistry, pathology, biotechnology, law and forensic odontology come together in a unique professional profile.
Master's in Dental Surgery
Oral Pathology & Microbiology
Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai • Ragas DC & H • 2008–2011
Bachelor of Laws
LLB
Andhra University • Law • 2017–2020
MSc
Biotechnology
GITAM University, Visakhapatnam • 2017–2018
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
General Dentistry
Thai Moogambigai Dental College & Hospital, Chennai • 2000–2005
Fellowship
Forensic Odontology
SDM College of Dental Sciences • June 2024–July 2025
PhD
AI and OPMD
Dr M.G.R Research and Educational Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Recognition & Development
Honors, certifications and continuing professional development.
Honors & Awards
Academic Recognition
First Prize in Periodontology; Colgate Dr. M.G.R. Medical University Award for Oral Pathology; Science Academies' Summer Research Fellowship Programme 2017.
Certifications
Continuing Learning
Clinical Differential Diagnosis of Oral Mucosal Lesions, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Cancer Screening Training and Publons Academy Reviewer Certification.
Languages
Professional communication across five languages.
English
Hindi
Bengali
Telugu
Tamil
Connect • Collaborate • Learn
Let's advance healthcare through expertise and innovation.
For academic collaboration, research, speaking, professional consultation or educational initiatives, get in touch.