He continued his studies at Memorial University in Newfoundland earning a MSc degree in 1972, a PhD in 1976, and his MD in 1981.
Kalra's research focuses on establishing the best practices and guidelines for quality care and patient safety, medical error [10] and disclosure policy, total quality management[11] programs, artificial intelligence, and laboratory utilization in health care.
[13]” He has been a champion in establishing a non-punitive “no-fault model” to address clinical/medical errors, and in developing educational programs and clinical guidelines reflecting evidence-based medicine.
Kalra is also actively involved in the field of Artificial Intelligence and its implications in healthcare, laboratory medicine, and quality improvement.
Kalra has worked in building the social, cultural, intercultural understanding and strengthening the fabric of multiculturalism in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and beyond.