Groundbreaking Wolverhampton psychiatrist named among the 'world's most influential researchers' for his field

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Professor Nilamadhab Kar, who is the Consultant Psychiatrist and College Tutor at Penn Hospital in Wolverhampton, has been named in the prestigious Elsevier and Stanford University Top Two Per Cent Scientists list, a global recognition. The list uses data from the Scopus database to work out the global impact of their research based on standardised citation metrics. The Black Country Healthcare NHS Trust said the accolade places Professor Kar among the most influential researchers worldwide. With over 300 scientific publications to his name, including peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and medical textbooks. He has made enduring contributions to the field of psychiatry, particularly in the areas of stress related mental health problems, geriatric mental health and psychiatric education. Professor Kar said: “I hope this encourages more of my colleagues to get interested in research and publications. More research active organisations usually provide better patient care.” In addition to his clinical and academic leadership he continues to shape the future of mental health care through research and mentorship. In addition to working at Penn Hospital, in Penn Road, He is an honorary professor of Psychiatry at the University of Wolverhampton and is involved in psychiatric training for both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as advancing mental health services within the Trust. His latest book, Geriatric Psychiatry in South Asia, was recently published and is the first of its kind to discuss geriatric mental health in South Asia. Among those to praise him for the accolade has been Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Wolverhampton South East MP Pat McFadden, who posted on Facebook: "Wolverhampton should be very proud." Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr Madhav Rao said: “This recognition is a testament to Professor Kar’s unwavering dedication to improving mental health care and education. “We are incredibly proud of his achievements and the global impact of his work.” Florence Okwu, Head of Research and Innovation at the Trust said: “Mental health research is vital for improving clinical practices and patient care. It deepens our understanding of conditions like stress-related disorders and geriatric psychiatry, while driving innovation in treatment and ensuring services stay effective in a changing environment. “Studies like those led by Professor Nilamadhab Kar are instrumental and research encourages collaboration between clinicians, educators, and policymakers, shaping both current and future mental health care.”