Kavya Priya Kalala
Nottingham
Summary
A dedicated and detail-oriented Doctor of Pharmacy with comprehensive clinical experience in various medical departments. Currently pursuing an M.Sc in Neuropharmacology, with a strong foundation in clinical research and a keen interest in neuroimaging and pharmacological studies. Committed to advancing in pharmacology and contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Sneinton Road Pharmacy
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Dispensed medication accurately against customer prescriptions
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers
- Maintained patient confidentiality while handling sensitive medical information
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries and records for controlled drugs
- Minimised wastage by tracking stock dates
- Worked under the guidance of a pharmacist to prepare compounds and dispense medications
- Processed repeat prescription requests for a large patient base
- Monitored inventory and purchased orders to maintain consistent stock
- Answered questions and helped pharmacy customers locate desired items
Clinical Pharmacist Intern
SRM Hospital and Research Institute
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Completed a one-year clinical pharmacist internship
- Certified in various medical department rotations
- Gained extensive hands-on experience in patient care and clinical settings
- Stayed up-to-date on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in research and design, continuously improving professionally
- Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders, maintaining high-quality practice
- Advised on the most appropriate form of medication based on effectiveness and patient preference
- Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability, communicating clearly with patients from a range of backgrounds
- General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, General Surgery, and Pediatrics Departments
- Clinical Skills: Patient assessment and monitoring, Multi-tasking, Patient education and counselling, Medication management and therapy optimization, Proficiency in clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapy, Experience in multi-disciplinary healthcare environments
- Research Skills: Clinical trial design and implementation, Data collection and analysis, Neuroimaging techniques, Scientific writing and presentation
Education
Master of Science - Neuropharmacology
Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham, United Kingdom12-2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - HealthCare
SRM University
Kattankulathur, India06.2023
Skills
Clinical Skills:
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Patient education and counselling
- Medication management and therapy optimization
- Proficient in clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapy
- Experience in multi-disciplinary healthcare environments
- Histological Staining Techniques (eg, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Nissl staining)
- Molecular Biology Techniques (Quantitative PCR (qPCR), Western Blotting, Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA))
Research Skills:
- Clinical trial design and implementation
- Data collection and analysis
- Neuroimaging techniques
- Scientific writing and presentation
- Microscopic examinations (Confocal, Electron, Thunder)
- Chemical safety procedures
Software Proficiency:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with statistical software (eg, SPSS)
- Bioinformatics tools
- Image analysis (eg, ImageJ, MATLAB)
- Knowledge of medical databases and electronic health records
Interpersonal Skills:
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Empathetic patient care
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Certification
Certified Clinical Pharmacist Intern in General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, General Surgery, and Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Licensed Clinical pharmacist of India
Publications
SK SR, PA A, B S, Kalala KP, Pm A, Sabarathinam S., Drug interaction risk between cardioprotective drugs and drugs used in treatment of COVID-19: A evidence-based review from six databases., Diabetes Metab Syndr., 2022, 16, 3, 102451, 10.1016/j.dsx.2022.102451
Projects
M.Sc ProjectTitle: Imaging Modularity in Parasubiculum. Description: Investigating the neuroimaging patterns and their implications in pharmacological interventions.
Pharm D project Title: Clinical Efficacy and Safety of Trial on Fluticasone Furoate with Cetrizine vs Fluticasone Furoate with Montelukast in Patients with Allergic Rhinitis - A Randomised Open-Label Controlled Trial. Description: Conducted a clinical trial to compare the efficacy and safety of two treatment regimens for allergic rhinitis, contributing to evidence-based medical practices.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Telugu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
Sneinton Road Pharmacy
03.2024 - 08.2024
Clinical Pharmacist Intern
SRM Hospital and Research Institute
07.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Neuropharmacology
Nottingham Trent University
Doctor of Pharmacy - HealthCare
SRM University
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