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Dr Bhumika

Public Health Specialist
Bangalore
Dr Bhumika

Summary

Bhumika is a highly accomplished professional with a multifaceted background spanning clinical practice, healthcare administration, and public health. With over 7 years of experience, she has excelled in roles as a clinician, global public health specialist, and health consultant. Bhumika holds a Master's degree in International Health Care Management, Economics, and Policy from the University of Bocconi, Milan.

Her career includes a pivotal role as a research analyst at the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, where she conducted qualitative research aimed at optimizing Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) common efficiencies among various stakeholders. She also led an independent evaluation to gauge the public health implications of high-cost, low-quality fluoride prophylaxis pastes within the Health Promotion unit.

Bhumika's commitment to public health is further underscored by her contributions during her tenure with CMS, where she served as a technical specialist engaged in public health programs and health practice projects. She has been a driving force as the leader of the Capacity Building team at COVIDActionCollab.

Bhumika's extensive experience extends to collaborating with esteemed organizations such as WHO HQ, WHO SEARO, USAID, and the World Bank on various research and evaluation initiatives. Currently, she is a senior analyst at KPMG Global Services within their UK healthcare practice.

Her impact is not confined to the boardroom, as Bhumika has also actively participated in the on-ground implementation of public health programs across India, making a tangible difference in healthcare outcomes.

Bhumika is multilingual, being fluent in English, Oriya, and Hindi. She is presently pursuing French as a language.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
2
Certifications
4
Languages

Work History

World Health Organization
Geneva

Analyst, Non Communicable Diseases
09.2017 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • Strategic Resource Mapping:
  • Brainstormed and delivered a comprehensive report for UN organizations to map and curate inventory resources of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) tools. These resources served as valuable reference material for the TAG group's meeting on Health Promotion within the context of SDGs in Berlin.
  • Market Research and Analysis:
  • Designed a case study report focusing on the toothpaste industry in South Africa. Conducted an in-depth market research study to assess the affordability of fluoridated toothpaste in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC). This study contributed to the broader Oral Health Agenda.
  • Data-Driven Learning Material:
  • Supported the organization of the "Walk the Talk" learning session by drafting a survey questionnaire and analyzing the results. This data-driven approach was instrumental in preparing learning materials aimed at increasing awareness among HQ staff about Oral Health and its relevance to Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs).
  • Donor Relations and Fundraising:
  • Drafted and supported fundraising proposals, reports, and presentations to strengthen donor relations with prominent organizations, including the Borrow Foundation and Hilfsaktion Noma Foundation. These efforts played a pivotal role in advancing the Oral Health Agenda in 2018.

KPMG Global Services
Bangalore

Senior Analyst, IGH, UK Practise
06.2022 - Current

Job overview

KPMG UK - IGH
Senior Analyst

Developed As-Is and To-be state, including process mapping and performed data analysis to support engagements.

  • Utilized process mapping and data analysis to assess existing and future state operations.
  • Demonstrated a keen ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide valuable insights.

Assisted in project management activities and with the implementation phase, including driving the change management.

  • Contributed to effective project management, ensuring smooth transitions during implementation.
  • Played a pivotal role in change management, fostering a culture of adaptability and efficiency.

Applied skills in transforming an operational area in the health provider space, such as care optimization, outpatients, elective recovery, urgent and emergency care.

  • Leveraged expertise to optimize healthcare operations, enhancing patient care and resource utilization.
  • Contributed to significant improvements in areas crucial to healthcare delivery.

Supported KPMG UK - IGH in delivering OT consulting projects, managed the deliverables independently, and provided supervision support as required.

  • Exhibited strong project management skills, delivering on-time and with precision.
  • Demonstrated the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key Projects:

Business Value Assessment: University of North Tees Trust
Senior Associate, KPMG UK

  • Conducted a Business Value Assessment, including process mapping, to estimate the Return on Investment (ROI) for integrating onboarding services for staff.
  • Identified areas of inefficiency and delay in existing processes, leading to actionable insights for improvement.

Consultant, UEC Midlands: KPMG Onsite Team

  • Collaborated with the KPMG onsite team to develop data-driven insights using publicly available NHS data for Urgent and Emergency care improvement in the Midlands region.
  • Produced a comprehensive roadmap at various levels (ICS, Trust, Regional, and National) to guide clients toward improvements.

DBTH-CIP: Divisional Financial Data Analysis

  • Researched and analyzed crucial medical and surgical financial data from diverse sources, including Annual Reports and Divisional data.
  • Provided essential data to support the drafting of a report for divisional heads, contributing to informed decision-making.

Consultant, Digital Health Innovation Hub: KPMG Global

  • Conducted desk-based research on Web 3.0 and DAO in the healthcare space, supporting the team in building a proposal for KPMG Global clients.
  • Demonstrated a commitment to staying up-to-date with industry trends and contributing to innovative proposals.

Swasti Health Catalyst
Bangalore

Public Health Specialist and Dentist
04.2018 - 12.2021

Job overview

Responsibilities:

  • Partnership Development: Spearheaded the development and management of partnerships for the #COVIDActionCollab, uniting experts and organizations in various fields such as public health, administration, supply chain, and medicine. This initiative facilitated collaborative efforts in addressing critical public health challenges.
  • Technical Document Strategy: Developed and strategized technical documents on specific disease conditions, serving as guiding and educational materials for diverse supply chain audiences within Swasti's flagship program, i4We. These resources enhanced the effectiveness of the program and knowledge dissemination.
  • Grant Funding Success: Drafted compelling proposals and grants to secure core funding for Swasti. Achieved an impressive $1.5 million USD in grant funding, which directly supported Swasti's flagship program, underscoring my ability to secure critical financial support.
  • Communication and Content Development: Managed communications, engaged with stakeholders, and created impactful content for Swasti's social media accounts. Developed strategic content, including blog posts and bite-sized learning materials, aligned with the organization's vision, promoting awareness and engagement in public health topics.
  • Nurse Mentoring and Capacity Building: Provided mentorship to on-ground nurses, equipping them with knowledge, conduct, and community engagement skills, which contributed to their professional growth and the overall success of health initiatives.
  • Ethics Board Coordination: Served as a member of the secretariat and coordinator for the Catalyst Group Ethics Board, ensuring ethical standards and compliance within the organization.

Key Projects:

  • USAID-CLM-PEPFAR Initiative: Implemented an innovative methodology, SOLVE cards, in Maharashtra and Telangana to develop community and management systems. This approach significantly improved the effectiveness of public health interventions in these regions.
  • Primary Care Landscape Study: Conducted comprehensive research as a Public Health Researcher to map primary healthcare models in India, providing valuable insights for the development of effective healthcare strategies. Utilized systematic review methods using Epi-Reviewer to evaluate existing models.
  • FOGSI Impact Contribution Analysis: As a Project Manager and Lead Consultant for the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), developed an Impact Contribution analysis matrix. This matrix categorizes and analyzes FOGSI's work by segments, geographies, and targeted populations, offering a foundation for further analysis based on literature reviews and surveys.
  • Learning4Impact Learning Nuggets: Led the role of Project Manager, curating and delivering learning reports using public health resources, articles, and current media for Learning4Impact, a learning partner platform for USAID India. This initiative facilitated knowledge sharing and educational growth.
  • Invest4Wellness Program: Contributed as a Public Health Consultant by developing medical protocols, guidelines, user manuals, and learning materials for the I4We program, an innovative approach to primary healthcare. The program focused on wellness for underserved populations, making healthcare more affordable, quality-assured, and scalable.

COVACARE
Bangalore

Public Health Specialist
03.2019 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Guided development of medical protocols that support AI Based Clinical Decision Support System operating on predefined set of clinical rules that are incorporated within the system. • Differentiated between several patient parameters to detect the onset of a range of complications from Sepsis to Electrolyte Imbalances such as Hypokalemia.

CovidActionCollab

Capacity Building Lead
12.2020 - 04.2022

Job overview

Training Management for High Impact Health Interventions

  • Managed and oversaw training initiatives for 100+ partner organizations focused on vulnerable populations.
  • Achieved successful outcomes in COVID prevention, Vaccine readiness, demand generation, telecare, self-care, home isolation, and management, as well as mental health and life skills development.
  • Ensured timely and effective training fulfillment, resulting in increased community resilience and healthcare preparedness.

2. Strategic Partnership Development with Health-Based Professional Associations

  • Spearheaded strategic collaborations with leading healthcare provider associations, including PHANA, FOGSI, and ARTIST.
  • Worked collaboratively to enhance institutional capacity by developing life skills and mental health sessions for healthcare providers.
  • Utilized a "Train the Trainer" approach to empower professionals, leading to improved patient care and well-being.

3. Development of Training Resources and Frameworks

  • Created essential technical documents, informative IEC materials, comprehensive training guides, and robust frameworks for health training programs.
  • Led a team of 50 professionals in ensuring the maintenance of monthly reporting, deliverables, and training calendars.
  • Streamlined the training process, resulting in increased efficiency and consistency in healthcare education delivery.


Catalyst Management Services
Bangalore

Portfolio Lead
04.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview

Managed the Health Practice Portfolio

  • Responsible for overseeing projects, personnel, profitability, market positioning, product development, and partnerships within the Health Practice Unit.
  • Successfully managed workload and professional development for 5 experienced consultants across 7 diverse projects within a 6-month period.
  • Achieved an 80% adherence to project deadlines through rigorous portfolio reviews and efficient project management.

Innovated New Products for the Health Development Sector

  • Brainstormed and collaborated with the team to create two new products: a leverage calculator and an SDG impact measurement tool.
  • Both products are in the final phase of development, contributing to our organization's growth in the health development sector.

Won a Major Proposal

  • Spearheaded two significant proposals within a 6-month timeframe.
  • Successfully secured one major proposal, showcasing strong persuasive and presentation skills.

Key Projects

Project Manager - UNICEF Nigeria PHC Project

  • Led efforts to enhance managerial efficiencies and strengthen the Nigerian healthcare system.
  • Developed a problem-solving and solution deck of cards to address key healthcare challenges.

Public Health Consultant - Utkrisht Impact Bond

  • Participated in the process evaluation of the world's first Development Impact Bond in health.
  • Generated valuable insights and recommendations for the future use of development impact bonds in global health programming.

Public Health Consultant - WHO HQ Social Participation Case Study (India)

  • Designed qualitative analysis tools using a deductive-inductive approach and research methodology.
  • Drafted guidelines for evaluation methods and authored a comprehensive case study, examining community participation in the NRHM program in India.

Technical Consultant - WHO Collaborating Centre Evaluation

  • Developed a qualitative analysis tool for evaluating WHO Collaborating Centers (CCs) in SEARO.
  • Played a key role in editing and publishing the final report, assessing the potential versus the actual realization of partnerships between WHO SEARO and its CCs.

Technical Consultant - USAID Indicator Bank for Adolescents

  • Designed and drafted a theory of change and an indicator bank based on extensive global literature review.
  • Aided in managing program workflow and outcome measurement metrics for adolescent programs, benefiting USAID partners on the ground.

Technical Consultant - USAID State Level Dashboards

  • Designed and drafted dashboards for 8 states in India, utilizing key health indicators to analyze trends and provide investment recommendations.

EmpowerSchool of Health

PublicHealth Consultant
12.2019 - 12.2019

Job overview

Lead Consultant, UNICEF Stock Management Tool Project and Trainings for AFRO (ToT, Cascade)

  • Streamlined stock management, reducing stockouts by 20%.
  • Trained 200+ professionals, enhancing supply chain capabilities.

Consultant, Capacity Building for Garment Workers and Nurses on Sexual and Reproductive Health

  • Elevated awareness of sexual and reproductive health among 500+ workers and nurses.
  • Contributed to a 30% reduction in workplace health issues.

Consultant, WHO Understanding Gaps & Challenges of Access to Medical Abortion Medicines in South East Asia Region

  • Shaped policies, improving access to medical abortion medicines in SEARO region.
  • Recognized for contributions to women's healthcare.

Consultant, e-Learning Training Modules on COVID-19 for Healthworkers in Mali, Burkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire, and Cameroon

  • Empowered 500+ healthcare workers with essential COVID-19 knowledge.
  • Enhanced pandemic response in targeted regions.

Consultant, Script Development: SRH Modules for HIV Alliance

  • Improved SRH education with high-quality modules.
  • Supported the HIV Alliance in promoting better health outcomes.

Multispecialty Clinic
Mumbai

Oral Surgeon
01.2014 - 09.2016

Job overview

Patient Care Excellence

  • Contribution: Successfully executed a wide range of endodontic and major surgical procedures, managing approximately 1,200 patients annually.
  • Action: Employed a holistic approach to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
  • Result: Achieved high patient satisfaction rates and consistently delivered quality care services.


Clinical Workflow Enhancement

  • Contribution: Implemented a structured clinical workflow process using existing resources to optimize patient care solutions.
  • Action: Collaborated with the team to design and implement an efficient patient care process.
  • Result: Enhanced the delivery of quality care services, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.


Transparent Communication and Coordination

  • Contribution: Served as the central point of contact between administration, insurance partners, pharmaceutical firms, vendors, and junior staff.
  • Action: Facilitated transparent communication and coordinated the efforts of multiple stakeholders.
  • Result: Ensured timely delivery of quality patient care services and improved overall clinic operations.


Digital Transition Advancement

  • Contribution: Led an end-to-end digital transition initiative for the healthcare system in the clinic.
  • Action: Collaborated with the team to implement digital solutions for patient management and insurance claims processing.
  • Result: Achieved a remarkable 70% improvement in efficiency, streamlining patient management and insurance claims processing.


Education

SDA Bocconi
Milan

Master of Science from InternationalHealthcare Management, Economics And Policy, Global Health
08.2016 - 01.2018

University Overview

Core Modules: Foundations of Management, Quantitative Methods, Financial Accounting Health Care Systems & Policy, Health Economics, PublicHealth and Epidemiology, Economic Evaluation,Finance for the Healthcare Sector, Performance Measurement and Management Control, Quality and Operations Management, Marketing and Communication, Consulting Skills and Business Planning, Market Access for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Technologies.

  • Communication lead for Healthcare club

SOA University
Bhubaneshwar, Odisha

Bachelor’s of Dental Surgery from Dentistry
08.2009 - 08.2014

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Learning4Impact, Medium-Https://medium.com/the-learning4impact-blog/tb-and-covid-lessons-on-infection-control-196d9d7bda3f
  • Co-Author: Article: The evolving challenge of urban health. Biospectrum. Https://www.biospectrumindia.com/views/59/13846/the- evolving-challenge-of-urban-health.html. 10.06.2019
  • Blog: What role does Gender play in Anemia. SwastiHC
  • December 2018. Https://swastihc.org/what-role-does-gender- play-in-anemia/

Certification

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Timeline

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

12-2022

Senior Analyst, IGH, UK Practise

KPMG Global Services
06.2022 - Current

Capacity Building Lead

CovidActionCollab
12.2020 - 04.2022

UN Women Training Centre-How to Manage Gender Based Evaluations, International/Global Studies

03-2020

PublicHealth Consultant

EmpowerSchool of Health
12.2019 - 12.2019

Portfolio Lead

Catalyst Management Services
04.2019 - 12.2020

Public Health Specialist

COVACARE
03.2019 - 12.2021

Public Health Specialist and Dentist

Swasti Health Catalyst
04.2018 - 12.2021

Analyst, Non Communicable Diseases

World Health Organization
09.2017 - 02.2018

SDA Bocconi

Master of Science from InternationalHealthcare Management, Economics And Policy, Global Health
08.2016 - 01.2018

Oral Surgeon

Multispecialty Clinic
01.2014 - 09.2016

SOA University

Bachelor’s of Dental Surgery from Dentistry
08.2009 - 08.2014
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