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Dr. Gajanan G. Sabhahit

Dr. Gajanan G. Sabhahit

MBBS, MD
Bengaluru

Summary

Adept in clinical competence and leadership, I excelled at GS-NIMHANS Mental Program of Community Psychiatry Unit, NIMHANS, driving advancements in mental health programs and research. My tenure showcased significant contributions to national health initiatives, embodying strong communication and policy analysis skills. My academic background from IHBAS and Bangalore Medical College further underpins my commitment to medical excellence and continuous learning.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Resident, Psychiatry

Community Psychiatry Unit, NIMHANS
8 2022 - Current
  • Ably managed clinical care of patients with mental illness
  • Contributed for expert group discussion on National Mental Health Program
  • Contributed towards the inception and functioning of National Tele Mental Health Program
  • Contributed towards development of National Program for Climate Change and Human Health
  • Contributed to research projects to advance medical knowledge, publishing findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals.
  • Participated in quality assurance audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to maintain high standards of care in the department.
  • Managed challenging ethical dilemmas with professionalism, utilizing appropriate decision-making models while prioritizing patient autonomy and wellbeing.
  • Resource Person for various capacity building initiatives at international and national level

Junior Resident (Acad)

Institute Of Human Behavior And Allied Sciences
05.2019 - 04.2022

MBBS

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
08.2010 - 03.2016

Education

12th -

Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Pre University College
Alike,Mangalore

Skills

Academic inclination and excellence

Policy review and analysis

Clinical Competence

Good communication Skills

Leadership,Team building and Management

Openness towards learning and growth

Pedagogical skills

Accomplishments

Training experience:

1.Resource person- Digital Training for Tele MANAS counsellors across India

2.Resource person- Lay Counselor training and certification

3.Resource person- Diploma in Primary Care Psychiatry


Publications:

1. Invited article- MINDS newsletter,April 2020- "Unwrapping the Rapport"

2. Contributing author, Training manual for Tele MANAS Counsellors

3. Contributing author, Point of care guide for Tele MANAS Counsellors

4. Contributing author, Facilitators Manual for Trainers of Tele MANAS counsellors

5. Author, Chapter- Basics of Neuroanatomy and neurotransmitters, Manual for Lay counsellors

6. Author, Chapter- "Rating Scales in Tele-Psychiatry- Issues and challenges", Indian Psychiatric Update


Organising skills:

1. Member, organising team for Training of Tele MANAS counsellors across India

2. Member, organising team for team building exercises and workplace wellness initiatives

3. Member, organising team for Mental health exhibition and public awareness initiatives in mental health


Artistic and content development skills:

1. Cover page design for Training Manuals for Tele MANAS counsellors

2. Infographic material development for Tele MANAS information materials across the state

3. IEC material development for mental health for medical officers, Nurses and field level workers

3. Audio-visual content and role play development for Field Level Workers


Clinical work:

Active involvement in regular OPDS, emergency duties and patient care and follow up



Conferences attended:

1. ANCIPS, 2021

2. Regional Conference, IPS NZ, 2021

2. WPA world Congress, 2022

Timeline

Junior Resident (Acad)

Institute Of Human Behavior And Allied Sciences
05.2019 - 04.2022

MBBS

Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
08.2010 - 03.2016

Senior Resident, Psychiatry

Community Psychiatry Unit, NIMHANS
8 2022 - Current

12th -

Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Pre University College
Dr. Gajanan G. SabhahitMBBS, MD