
Foundation Year 2 Doctor
Rohan Shankarghatta
Dr Rohan Shankarghatta is a Foundation year 2 doctor who is due to start Ophthalmology speciality training in Greater Manchester. He is the current Co- research Lead at Interface Aesthetics, where he oversees and supports colelagues in their research interests within aesthetic medicine.
In his role, Rohan has worked with the interface research team to drive multiple collaborative projects, resulting in two PubMed-cited publications, with more currently under review. has been presented at prestigious conferences including the British Association of Dermatologists and the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. As a former mentee of the Junior Trainee Mentorship Scheme (JTMS), Rohan now contributes as a mentor within the Epiphany programme.
The JTMS scheme was crucial in giving Rohan the opportunities within research, education and leadership and really bolstered his ophthalmology portfolio enabling him to secure a very competitive ST1 ophthalmology post.
Rohan has guided JTMS mentees in producing literature reviews and scientific posters, and is currently involved as a Clinical Research Assistant on a clinical trial through Interface Aesthetics. His leadership was recognised with the JTMS Research Leadership Prize for outstanding contribution and mentorship, presented at Interface Expo 2024.