Dr.SNEHA JOHN
Ollur
Summary
MD-qualified Clinical Microbiologist with extensive experience in diagnostic microbiology and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Proficient in molecular diagnostics and infection control, with a strong background in undergraduate teaching at a tertiary care medical college. Demonstrated expertise in quality systems and laboratory supervision, contributing to effective antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor - Microbiology
P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences
Vaniamkulam
05.2025 - Current
- Active participation in routine and advanced diagnostic microbiology laboratory services.
- Identification of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic pathogens.
- Performance and interpretation of antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Assisting clinicians in appropriate antimicrobial therapy guidance.
- Utilization of molecular and immunological assays, including Truenat and CMIA.
- Training and supervision of laboratory technicians.
- Involvement in laboratory quality control and infection control activities.
- Teaching bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology to MBBS and paramedical students, with clinical correlation.
Senior Resident Microbiology
Government Medical college (Integrated Institute of Medical Sciences), Palakkad
Palakkad
03.2024 - 04.2025
Junior Resident Microbiology
Government Medical College, Kozhikode
Kozhikode
07.2020 - 02.2024
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Microbiology
Government Medical College
Kozhikode01.2024
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute
Thrissur04.2019
Higher Secondary Examination -
St. Thomas HSS Thomapuram
Kasargod03.2012
SSLC -
Little Flower English Medium High School
Kelakam03.2010
Skills
- Microscopy and specimen processing
- Bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing
- Molecular microbiology techniques
- Truenat and CMIA assays
- Laboratory quality control and ISO 15189 awareness
- Infection prevention and control
- Sterilization and disinfection techniques
- Laboratory technician supervision
- Clinical microbiology teaching
Certification
- Hands-on workshop on Decoding ANA Patterns, Everlife CPC Diagnostics, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, 12/01/25
- Basic course in Medical Education, 02/01/25
- Certified Infection Control Professional (CICP), CAHO, 02/01/25
- MD Microbiology, First Class, 01/01/24
- Internal Audit and Quality Management Systems (ISO 15189:2022), MELAP, 05/01/24
- Workshop on Designing Effective MCQs, Medical Education Unit, GMC Palakkad, 12/01/24
- Basic Course in Biomedical Research, 12/01/20
Languages
- Malayalam (Native)
- English
- Hindi
Personal Information
- Title: Clinical Microbiologist
- Date of Birth: 02/26/94
- Nationality: Indian
Publications
Bhat M, John S, Balakrishnan RK, Panarkandy G, Kumar AP, Cryptococcus gattii infection in an immunocompetent patient, Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases Society, 2024, 2, 101–103
References
- Dr. Anila A. Mathews, Professor & Head, Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College, Palakkad
- Dr. Anitha P. M., Professor & Head, Department of Microbiology, Government Medical College, Kozhikode
Personal Qualities
- Hard-working and committed
- Leadership skills
- Teaching aptitude
- Problem-solving ability
- Team player
- Public speaking skills
Timeline
Assistant Professor - Microbiology
P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences
05.2025 - Current
Senior Resident Microbiology
Government Medical college (Integrated Institute of Medical Sciences), Palakkad
03.2024 - 04.2025
Junior Resident Microbiology
Government Medical College, Kozhikode
07.2020 - 02.2024
Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Microbiology
Government Medical College
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute
Higher Secondary Examination -
St. Thomas HSS Thomapuram
SSLC -
Little Flower English Medium High School