Education:
I hold a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Program Design, Monitoring, and Evaluation from Boston University School of Public Health, completed in August 2024 with a 3.92 GPA. This program equipped me with advanced skills in designing and evaluating public health programs, conducting data analysis using tools like R Studio, SAS, and NVivo, and addressing health equity challenges. Through coursework and practical projects, I developed expertise in program planning, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and translating data into actionable policy recommendations. My research focused on equitable access to medicines, enhancing my ability to analyze complex datasets and contribute to global health solutions.
Additionally, I earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Management from the Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR), Bangalore, India, in May 2015, achieving a 4.9 CGPA. This program provided comprehensive training in hospital administration, quality assurance, and healthcare management. I gained skills in operational efficiency, accreditation standards, and process optimization, with hands-on experience in process flow mapping and root-cause analysis to improve patient care delivery. My dissertation on reducing outpatient waiting times through fishbone analysis and process mapping strengthened my ability to address operational challenges in healthcare settings.
I also completed a Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery at Gujarat Homoeopathic Medical College, India, in August 2009, with a 60% score. This degree provided a strong clinical foundation in medicine, covering general medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology. My clinical training enabled me to deliver care in diverse settings, conduct quality checks on medical records, and organize community health outreach programs. This experience fostered my understanding of patient care and the importance of preventive healthcare in underserved communities.
Collectively, these qualifications have built a robust skill set in public health, healthcare management, and clinical care. My MPH honed my analytical and program management capabilities, preparing me to design and evaluate interventions that address social determinants of health. The diploma from IIHMR equipped me with practical tools to enhance healthcare operations and quality, while my clinical degree instilled a patient-centered approach. Certified in NABH standards and CITI Program Biomedical Research, I am well-positioned to contribute to public health initiatives, policy advocacy, and healthcare system improvements. My academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing health equity and improving outcomes for diverse populations.
These educational experiences, combined with my professional work in maternal health advocacy, quality assurance, and community engagement, enable me to bridge clinical, operational, and public health domains effectively. My training in data analysis tools and program evaluation, alongside my clinical and management expertise, supports my ability to lead impactful health programs and foster collaborative solutions for global health challenges.