Dr. Priyanka Kailas Thorat
Bengaluru
Summary
Adept Consultant Microbiologist with a proven track record at various premiere Institutes, enhancing patient care through precise microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing. Spearheaded quality control initiatives, ensuring high standards of accuracy and reliability in infectious disease identification and treatment. Skilled in scientific communication and team collaboration, Passionate about teaching and consistently delivering reliable and impactful results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant Microbiologist
Chanre Diagnostics Lab. (a Unit of LalpathLabs)
02.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely identification of infectious agents in clinical samples.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing sample collection, preparation, and analysis procedures.
- Expertise for Clinical Bacteriology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, Serology, Virology, Immunology (including Autoimmune diagnostic assays) and Molecular biology.
- Advised hospital administrators on appropriate utilization of laboratory resources to optimize patient care while managing costs effectively.
- Supported public health initiatives by monitoring antimicrobial resistance trends in local communities, informing strategies for combating resistant infections.
- Implemented quality control measures and participated in External Quality Assessment Services programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results, minimizing errors in diagnosis and treatment.
- Provided expert consultation services to other medical professionals regarding complex cases involving difficult-to-identify or treat infections.
- Improvised Laboratory facilities by conducting Internal audit for the laboratory as per ISO 15189 : 2022 standards, as a part of Internal auditor team.
Assistant Professor
GGMC & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed in Virology Section ( NABL accredited lab) as Assistant Professor. Reported various test panels such as COVID-19, HIV, Hepatitis B ( including serological tests and Molecular tests like CBNAAT, TRUENAT, Open system PCR).
- Trained for laboratory quality management system and Internal Audit as per ISO 15189: 2022 and Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Contributed to public health by working together with NACO, India as early diagnosing HIV and initiating early treatment of the diagnosed patients and monitoring those on treatment.
- Conducted audio-visual academic lecture and practical sessions for MBBS, BDS, Nursing, BPMT students.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions, academic advisement and Mentorship program.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Efficiently scrutinized the eligibility criteria for new admissions under DMER, Maharashtra, as Scrutiny officer, ordered by state Govt. of Maharashtra, India.
Senior Resident Doctor
HBTMC & Dr. R N Cooper Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Worked in all sections in Microbiology Department (including Clinical Bacteriology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, Serology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology), observed the test results and reported the same within recommended turn around time.
- Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
- Contributed to ongoing professional development by actively participating in continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars related to clinical practice advancements.
Medical Officer
Public Health Centre, Chandanapuri
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Effectively implemented various government health schemes and conducted successful Immunization program, Family planning Camps.
Education
M.D. Microbiology -
Seth G.S.Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India09.2021
M.B.B.S. -
Indira Gandhi Government Medical College
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India02.2014
Higher Secondary Certificate -
H.P.T. ARTS & R.Y.K. Science College
Nashik, Maharashtra, India02.2008
Skills
- Diagnostic microbiology
- Microbial Identification
- Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
- Molecular diagnostics
- Microscopic Analysis
- Scientific Communication
- Infection control expertise
- Quality Control Procedures
- Outbreak investigation
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Teaching and training
Certification
- Membership of Indian Medical Association
- Training certificate for laboratory quality management system and Internal Audit as per ISO 15189: 2022
- Participation and Scientific Paper Presentation at 43rd Annual Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist.
- Participation in 26th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist, Theme : Molecular Epidemiology
- Participation in "Hands-on workshop on Whole Genome Sequencing of SARS- CoV2" at 26th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist
- Participation in 25th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist, Theme : Emerging Role of Microbiologist : from Bench to Bedside
- Participation in CME on "Deciphering The Diagnosis, Management & Prevention Treatment of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis"
- Participation in workshop on Quality Assurance / Quality Control in Clinical Bacteriology
- Participation in workshop on Molecular Virology and Early Infant Diagnosis
- Participation in One Health National Conference on Anti Microbial Resistance And Prevention of Diseases of Public Health Importance (Zoonotic Diseases)
- Participation in Training program on Device associated infection (Bundle care), Hand hygiene and Biomedical Waste Management Rules 2016
- Participation in CME on "Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship" at MEDINSPIRE 2019 : An International Multidisciplinary Medical Summit.
- Participation in workshop on "Good Clinical Practice"
- Participation in "Basic workshop in Research Methodology" by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
- Appreciation certificate for relentless work during COVID - 19 Pandemic by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
Publications
Publication of the Dissertation "Microbial Profile of Liver Abscess in patients attending Surgery Department at Tertiary care centre" in International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research (IJPCR)
Timeline
Consultant Microbiologist
Chanre Diagnostics Lab. (a Unit of LalpathLabs)
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Professor
GGMC & Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
12.2022 - 12.2023
Senior Resident Doctor
HBTMC & Dr. R N Cooper Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2022
Medical Officer
Public Health Centre, Chandanapuri
10.2015 - 10.2016
M.D. Microbiology -
Seth G.S.Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital
M.B.B.S. -
Indira Gandhi Government Medical College
Higher Secondary Certificate -
H.P.T. ARTS & R.Y.K. Science College
- Membership of Indian Medical Association
- Training certificate for laboratory quality management system and Internal Audit as per ISO 15189: 2022
- Participation and Scientific Paper Presentation at 43rd Annual Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist.
- Participation in 26th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist, Theme : Molecular Epidemiology
- Participation in "Hands-on workshop on Whole Genome Sequencing of SARS- CoV2" at 26th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist
- Participation in 25th Maharashtra Chapter Conference of Indian Association of Medical Microbiologist, Theme : Emerging Role of Microbiologist : from Bench to Bedside
- Participation in CME on "Deciphering The Diagnosis, Management & Prevention Treatment of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis"
- Participation in workshop on Quality Assurance / Quality Control in Clinical Bacteriology
- Participation in workshop on Molecular Virology and Early Infant Diagnosis
- Participation in One Health National Conference on Anti Microbial Resistance And Prevention of Diseases of Public Health Importance (Zoonotic Diseases)
- Participation in Training program on Device associated infection (Bundle care), Hand hygiene and Biomedical Waste Management Rules 2016
- Participation in CME on "Infectious Diseases and Antimicrobial Stewardship" at MEDINSPIRE 2019 : An International Multidisciplinary Medical Summit.
- Participation in workshop on "Good Clinical Practice"
- Participation in "Basic workshop in Research Methodology" by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
- Appreciation certificate for relentless work during COVID - 19 Pandemic by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
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