Dr. Vaishali. M.R, working as a Reader in the department of Oral Medicine and Radiology at M.R. Ambedkar Dental College, is an honest embarker of hard work and diligence, and wears a plethora of success with a formidable academic career spanning 18 years. She completed her BDS from the Government Dental College, Bangalore and went on to pursue her MDS, Oral Medicine from Oxford Dental College, Bangalore. Dr. Vaishali is known for her deep-seated knowledge and steadfast commitment and contributed immensely to the department. She has made noteworthy contributions to both research, teaching and has numerous publications to her credit. She has completed numerous certificate courses on CBCT, Forensic Odontology, IPR and several others. She has also received several International and national awards. She is a reviewer for Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology and has been awarded best reviewer for JIAOMR. Her Area of Interest is Dental management of medically compromised patients. Her commitment to academics continues to motivate future generations of dental professionals.