The CAHO Research Committee promotes research and evidence-based practices to advance healthcare quality and patient safety. It brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, academicians, and institutions to encourage collaborative and multicentric research, build research capacity, support scientific publications, and translate findings into meaningful improvements in healthcare delivery.

MISSION

To foster a culture of evidence-based practice by promoting high-quality research, publication in peer-reviewed journals, capacity building, and international collaboration in healthcare quality and patient safety.

VISION

To be a globally recognized platform driving impactful healthcare research that contributes to safer, smarter, and more efficient healthcare systems.

Objectives

Promote a Research Culture
Encourage institutions and professionals to undertake meaningful research aligned with CAHO’s mission of quality and patient safety.
Foster International Collaboration
Build partnerships with universities, research bodies, regulatory agencies, and global health organizations for joint research and knowledge-sharing.
Encourage Peer-Reviewed Publication
Support and encourage researchers and institutions to publish their work in reputed, peer-reviewed journals, including the CAHO Journal (IJHQPCS).
Enhance Research Capacity
Deliver workshops, fellowships, mentorships, and training to build research capability across the network.
Ensure Research Integrity
Uphold rigorous scientific, ethical, and methodological standards across all supported activities.
Enable Evidence-Informed Policy & Practice
Translate findings into actionable recommendations for hospital practice, accreditation, and national health policy.
Promote Knowledge Synthesis & Technology Adoption
Facilitate systematic reviews, guideline development, and the adoption of AI and data-driven solutions.
Recognize and Encourage Excellence
Celebrate outstanding contributions through awards, grants, publications, and special recognitions.

Research Grants & Funding Opportunities

The committee supports collaborative, high-impact research by reviewing grant proposals, multicentric initiatives, and academic partnerships. Researchers, healthcare organizations, and academic institutions are invited to submit research concepts or grant proposals for consideration. Selected projects may be considered for collaboration, facilitation, or support, subject to the committee’s recommendations, available opportunities, and necessary approvals.

Submit a Grant Proposal / Expression of Interest : Write to the President / Secretary General at [email protected] / [email protected]

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Members

Dr Pratheesh Ravindran

Secretary

Prof. and Head, Neurosurgery Deputy MS - Super Speciality Services, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute, Pondicherry

Publish Your Research in the CAHO Journal

Researchers and institutions undertaking research under the CAHO banner are encouraged to publish their work in reputed, peer-reviewed journals, including CAHO’s official journal, The International Journal of Healthcare Quality and Patient-Centred Safety (IJHQPCS)

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Dr Chinmay Shah

Chairperson

Dean, Prof. & HOD Physiology Government Medical College, Bhavnagar

Prof Satish Chandra

Co-Chairperson

Chief Technology Officer Restor Health Consult Inc

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