(Biochemistry) | M.L.I.S. | D.M.L.T
State General Secretary
advocating for NCAHP implementation and long visioned future development Tamil Nadu Graduate Medical Lab Professionals Association (TNGMLPA) is a registered professional association representing medical laboratory professionals in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It was registered in 2016 under Registration No. 256/2016 and is headquartere
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The association focuses on the welfare, professional development, and service conditions of medical laboratory professionals. Its activities include submitting representations and memoranda to government authorities and committees on policy-related matters such as the Old Pension Scheme, state and central Pay Commissions, and the implementation of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, 2021.
# Office bearer
* Mr. (Biochemistry) | M.L.I.S. | D.M.L.T
*State General Secretary*
Advocate for professional recognition, fair pay, OPS, and NCAHP 2021 reforms Serving Medical Laboratory Professionals of Tamil Nadu follow him on FB: https://www.facebook.com/arun.krish.1485/ and X: https://x.com/vettri2me
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# # # T. Arun Kumar is an Indian medical laboratory professional and trade union leader from Tamil Nadu. He serves as the State General Secretary of the Tamil Nadu Graduate Medical Lab Professionals Association (TNGMLPA). He is known for his advocacy for professional recognition, service rights, and policy reforms for medical laboratory professionals in the state.
# # # # Career
T. Arun Kumar works as a Non-Medical Assistant to the Professor of Biochemistry at Stanley Medical College, Chennai. Alongside his professional duties, he has been actively involved in representing the interests of graduate medical laboratory professionals employed in government healthcare institutions.
# # # # Advocacy and Public Work
As State General Secretary of TNGMLPA, T. Arun Kumar has been a vocal advocate for distinguishing qualified medical laboratory graduates from the generic designation of “lab technician.” He argues for formal recognition of the profession under the title “Medical Laboratory Professionals,” reflecting their academic qualifications and technical responsibilities. He has submitted representations to various government committees and departments on issues including:
* Implementation of pay commission revisions
* Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS)
* Service condition reforms for laboratory professionals
* Concerns related to the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) Act, 2021, including curriculum and professional classification
# # # # Government Engagement
T. Arun Kumar has met with senior government officials, including the Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, to present demands related to government orders, cadre restructuring, and career progression for medical laboratory professionals.
# # # # Public Awareness He has organized press meets and awareness campaigns highlighting the role of medical laboratory professionals in healthcare delivery. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his work and the contribution of laboratory professionals received media coverage, including reporting by *The Hindu*.
# # # # References * *The Hindu* – “COVID-19: Making a difference, togged in a PPE suit” (Chennai edition) https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/chennai/covid-19-making-a-difference-togged-in-a-ppe-suit/article34512965.ece
Executive Profile
Mr. (Biochemistry) | M.L.I.S. | D.M.L.T. Non Medical Assistant to the Professor of Biochemistry | Government Stanley Medical College. Professional Summary
Highly experienced medical laboratory professional with over 20 years of service in medical laboratory sciences, clinical biochemistry, and practical biochemistry. Proven expertise in teaching, laboratory quality systems, professional governance, and workforce development within the allied health sector. Service Experience
• 20+ years of experience in Medical Laboratory Services, Clinical Biochemistry, and Practical Biochemistry
• Teaching experience for B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) and B.Sc. Allied Health Sciences programs
Career Progression
• Appointed as Laboratory Technologist
• Promoted to Laboratory Supervisor based on higher qualifications and professional competence
• Promoted to Non Medical Assistant to the Professor of Biochemistry
Proactive Professionalism & Leadership
• State General Secretary, Tamil Nadu Graduate Medical Laboratory Professional Association (TNGMLPA)
– Active advocacy for professional ethics, standards, statutory development, and welfare of laboratory professionals
• Head Quarter Secretary, Tamil Nadu Medical Laboratory Technologist Association
• Lifetime Active Member, All India Medical Laboratory Technologist Association
• Frontline Active Member, Joint Forum of Medical Technologist of India
• Registered Member, National Commission for Allied Health Professionals (NCAHP), New Delhi
• Actively connected with international, national, and state-level medical laboratory professional associations for continuous updates, research, and professional development
National Trainings & Certifications
• NABH Internal Audit Certification
• NABL Internal Audit Certification (2022)
• Quality Control Program Certification
• Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) Certification
Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Participated in multiple advanced training programs and workshops on laboratory medicine and bio-instrumentation conducted by leading organizations including Bio-Rad, Mindray, Beckman Coulter, Roche, Transasia, and others. Awards & Recognitions
• Best Health Professional / Appreciation Awards – Government Stanley Medical College & Hospital
• Compliments and Certificate of Appreciation from the Regional Director, World Health Organization (WHO), New Delhi
