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.
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
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