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Founder & Director
BDS | MBA | LSS Green & Black Belt | UAE
As the Founder and Director of ACAD, Dr. Rathna Subhashini envisions building a modern, accessible and globally relevant dental education platform that bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world clinical excellence. With her strong foundation in dentistry and healthcare management, she is committed to establishing ACAD as a centre of advanced learning that empowers dental professionals with practical skills, digital proficiency and internationally aligned standards. Driven by a mission to elevate clinical competence across all levels, she aims to create a platform where evidence-based learning, mentorship, and technology-driven training come together. ACAD is designed to offer high-quality courses, hands-on workshops, digital dentistry programs and multidisciplinary skill development—ensuring that clinicians stay industry-ready and future-ready. Under her leadership, ACAD aspires to become a trusted hub for continuing dental education in the UAE and beyond, focusing on learner-centric teaching, affordable access, and collaboration with global experts. Her long-term vision is to build a community of confident, skilled and ethically grounded dental professionals who excel both clinically and professionally.EM-4, EM-4/1, EM Block, Sector V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700091
Head, Scientific Committee
MDS, PhD (Prosthodontics & Implantology)
UAE-Licensed Dentist
Dr. Vinay Sivaswamy is a prosthodontic specialist and ACAD’s Scientific Committee Head, with over 9 years of clinical, teaching, and research experience. He holds an MDS in Prosthodontics and a PhD focused on innovative implant systems and 60+ peerreviewed publications. Dr. Vinay is highly skilled in complete dentures, BPS prosthetics, full-mouth rehabilitation, implant-supported prostheses, digital workflows, CAD/CAM restorations, and 3D printing. As a clinical educator and mentor, he has trained hundreds of BDS, MDS, Fellowship, and PhD students, combining hands-on clinical guidance with research-backed knowledge. At ACAD, he ensures all programs are evidence-based, clinically relevant, and aligned with international prosthodontic standards
BDS, MDS, M.ORTHO RCPS (GLASGOW), M.ORTHO RCS (EDINBURGH), FWFO (USA),
FPFA (USA)
INDIA
Dr. Niha Naveed is a highly accomplished orthodontist known for her exceptional academic excellence and early career achievements. A gold medalist and best outgoing BDS graduate, she later secured the University First Rank in her Master’s in Orthodontics. She holds Membership in Orthodontics from both RCPSG (Glasgow) and RCS (Edinburgh) and received the prestigious Fellowship in Orthodontics (F.Orth) in 2025. A Fellow of the World Federation of Orthodontists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy, she has been recognized with numerous national and international awards, including the Pierre Fauchard Academy International Merit Award and Famdent Educator of the Year. She is currently pursuing her PhD, with patents and research contributions to her credit, and is well-experienced in advanced orthodontic treatment modalities, particularly clear aligner therapy. At ACAD, Dr. Niha brings her commitment to precision, innovation and excellence to advance orthodontic education for clinicians
BDS | MS Department of Prosthodontics (USA)
USA & New Zealand Licensed Dentist
Dr. Neeraj Surathu is a Prosthodontic Specialist with advanced international training and a strong foundation in digital dentistry. He completed his BDS in India, followed by a prestigious Certificate in Prosthodontics and a Master of Science from Nova Southeastern University, USA, where he also served as Chief Resident. Dr. Neeraj is licensed in both the USA and New Zealand, and his clinical expertise spans fixed, removable, maxillofacial and full-arch implant prosthodontics with a strong emphasis on digital workflows. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, presented at global conferences, and received multiple awards for excellence in implant dentistry and digital innovation. At ACAD, he brings his passion for education and cutting-edge digital prosthodontics to empower clinicians with practical, advanced skills.
BDS, MDS (PhD)
Conservative Dentistry And Endodontics
INDIA
Dr. Sahil Choudhari, BDS, MDS (PhD Scholar), is a distinguished clinician, researcher, and educator specializing in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics. A Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy (USA) with 50+ publications, he is recognized nationally and internationally for his contributions to dental science. An expert in dental photography, Dr. Choudhari is a sought-after speaker known for delivering engaging sessions that blend clinical expertise with practical insights. Passionate about mentoring, he shares knowledge on advanced endodontic techniques, restorative dentistry, and digital workflows, inspiring dental professionals to bridge research with everyday practice.