Hi, I’m
Priyanka Kantharaj
Mysore
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated gynecologist with over 12 years of extensive experience in women's reproductive health and comprehensive gynecological care. Demonstrated ability to manage complex cases and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Successfully owned and managed a maternity hospital, leading a multidisciplinary team. Expertise in developing personalized care plans and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Passionate about preventive care services and empowering women with knowledge and support for their reproductive health. Renowned for fostering strong patient relationships built on trust and empathy, resulting in high levels of patient satisfaction and loyalty. Experienced in team leadership and hospital administration, ensuring the highest standards of healthcare delivery. Recognized for mentoring junior medical staff and promoting a culture of learning and professional growth. Committed to ongoing professional development through Continuous Professional Development (CPD) initiatives.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Vaishali Maternity Home
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist
01.2015 - Current
Job overview
- I currently work here
- Director and Primary Consultant
- (full time from October2019 to April2021 and from June15th2024 till date) Managed an8-bedded maternity hospital, overseeing more than10 to15 surgeries per month and leading a multidisciplinary team comprising senior consultants, junior doctors, and staff in obstetrics, gynecology, anesthesia, pediatrics, and more
- Part time with clinic work of about10 hours a week and surgical/OT of about8 hours a week
- (from March6th2021 to May31st2024) As I was working as a Senior resident in a medical college in this duration, while managing the maternity hospital post college hours
- Delivered comprehensive gynecological care by conducting diagnostic assessments and treatments for a diverse range of conditions, achieving a patient satisfaction rate of over ninety percent
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed high-risk pregnancies, ensuring optimal outcomes through close monitoring and collaboration with specialists.
- Educated patients on reproductive health, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
- Improved patient care by staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in obstetrics and gynecology.
- Championed patient-centered care by actively listening to concerns, addressing questions thoroughly, and involving patients in the decision-making process.
- Developed strong referral networks with other healthcare providers to ensure seamless care transitions for patients with complex medical needs.
- Reduced risk of maternal complications by identifying potential issues early in pregnancy and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Performed successful minimally invasive surgeries for various gynecological conditions, reducing recovery times and complications.
- Implemented preventative measures for common women''s health issues through routine screenings and timely interventions.
- Provided compassionate support during labor and delivery, creating a positive birthing experience for mothers.
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences
Senior Resident (full time)
03.2021 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Managed a busy labor room and emergency operating theater during on-call days, ensuring timely interventions for over150 obstetric emergencies with a95% positive clinical outcome rate
- Assisted in various laparoscopic procedures, contributing to the successful completion of over50 surgeries.
- Performed C-sections on high-risk cases, achieving favorable maternal and fetal outcomes in90% of cases while maintaining low fetal mortality rates
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams during the second wave of COVID-19, effectively handling deliveries and C-sections for COVID-positive patients, resulting in a streamlined care process
- Led daily ward rounds and participated in grand rounds, enhancing collaborative learning among medical staff
- Supervised numerous open surgeries performed by postgraduate students, elevating practical skills and confidence
- Implemented the ISBAR communication protocol, enhancing clinical handovers and reducing emergency response times by20%
- Led clinical audits that resulted in actionable changes, improving the quality of care delivered to patients
- Streamlined clinical workflows for increased efficiency, effectively managing time-sensitive situations in a high-pressure environment.
- Collaborated with care team to develop assessment and treatment plans.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient care processes, resulting in better service delivery.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by effectively coordinating medical staff during code blue emergencies or other critical incidents requiring immediate attention.
- Participated in educational conferences, rotations, period testing and advisor meetings.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, demonstrating cultural competency and understanding of diverse backgrounds.
- Managed challenging ethical dilemmas with professionalism, utilizing appropriate decision-making models while prioritizing patient autonomy and wellbeing.
- Served as an educational resource for residents and medical students, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary rounds, collaborating with various specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
- Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures by providing input based on personal expertise and experience, ensuring alignment with best practices in the field.
- Mentored junior residents and provided constructive feedback on performance, helping them enhance their clinical skills.
Mallya Hospital (Vydehi Super Specialty Hospital)
Senior Resident (full time)
08.2018 - 09.2019
Job overview
- A leading multispecialty corporate hospital in Bangalore
- Now renamed as Vydehi Super Specialty hospital
- Performed pap smears, colposcopy, cervical biopsies, and endometrial biopsies independently, achieving a95% accuracy rate in diagnostic outcomes
- Performed over150 laparoscopic procedures, enhancing surgical efficiency and patient recovery times by30%
- Performed over150 laparoscopic procedures, enhancing surgical efficiency and patient recovery times across various gynecological interventions
- Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
- Provided prompt diagnosis of acute conditions using advanced diagnostic tools such as imaging studies or laboratory tests in order to initiate necessary interventions swiftly.
- Performed surgical procedures under supervision when required, adhering to aseptic technique guidelines and maintaining patient safety at all times.
- Accurately documented all aspects of patient care within electronic medical records system for proper record-keeping purposes.
- Participated in quality assurance audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to maintain high standards of care in the department.
- Provided patient education and counseling, covering health status, test results, disease processes and discharge planning.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge education, ensuring patients understood self-care responsibilities.
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College & Research Centre (Navi Mumbai), Mumbai, India, and Rajawadi Hospital, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, India
Junior Resident (full time)
08.2012 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Managed a labor room with an average of25 deliveries per day, ensuring efficient patient care and timely interventions
- Handled obstetric emergencies, including antepartum hemorrhage and ectopic pregnancies, resulting in improved patient outcomes
- Performed minor procedures such as cervical cerclage and suction evacuations, enhancing procedural efficiency by reducing patient recovery time
- Assisted in over50 obstetric and gynecological surgeries per month, contributing to a20% increase in surgical throughput
- Supervised junior staff in labor room skills, increasing their competency and confidence levels.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively balancing clinical responsibilities with continuing education requirements as a Junior Resident.
- Provided compassionate bedside manner, creating a supportive environment that fostered trust and encouraged open communication with patients and their families.
- Consistently adhered to infection control guidelines by utilizing proper hand hygiene techniques and personal protective equipment, minimizing the risk of crosscontamination.
- Attended patient and teaching rounds ready to contribute and advance knowledge.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- Improved documentation practices by maintaining operative and delivery registers, leading to a reduction in errors.
- Conducted pre-operative rounds, effectively communicating procedures to patients and achieving a95% patient satisfaction rate
- Prepared discharge summaries, ensuring comprehensive patient information was provided, which improved follow-up care compliance by25%
- Implemented good clinical practices by ensuring proper handover methods, which decreased transition errors.
- Conducted counseling and debriefing sessions for patients and families, enhancing trust and understanding, leading to a30% increase in patient satisfaction scores
Mysore Medical college & Research Institute
Internship
02.2010 - 02.2011
Job overview
- Completed a12-month rotatory internship at a government medical college and research institute, gaining hands-on experience across multiple departments and performing over100 clinical procedures, including i.v
- Cannulation, phlebotomy, and suturing, while ensuring adherence to good clinical practices and maintaining comprehensive patient documentation
- Exhibited strong clinical judgment skills when triaging patients based on acuity levels, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources during peak times.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to aid physicians in making accurate diagnoses.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions or complications.
- Developed rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by demonstrating cultural competence and sensitivity during interactions.
- Wrote admissions notes, care plans and chart notes for each new patient.
Education
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur
M.B.B.S from Medicine
12-2009
University Overview
- Rotational clinical & surgical, Mysore Medical College & Research Institute, 2010-2011
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynecology (CPS)
07.2014
University Overview
Posted in Rajawadi Hospital, Ghatkopar (Municipal Hospital) during this period under Dr. Prakash Trivedi
World Laparoscopy Hospital
Fellowship from Minimal Access Surgery
06.2024
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Gynecological exam
- Patient assessment
- Pap smear
- Endometrial biopsy
- Colposcopy
- Cervical biopsy
- Suction & Evacuation
- Medical termination of pregnancy
- Contraception and family planning
- Routine obstetric care
- Obstetric emergency
- High-risk pregnancy
- Labor and delivery support
- IV cannulation and catheterization
- Assisted vaginal delivery (Forceps and Vacuum)
- Vaginal Breech delivery
- Caesarean delivery
- Reproductive endocrinology
- Infertility assessment and basic infertility management
- IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
- Management of recurrent miscarriages
- Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Surgical skills
- Patient education
- Leadership and team management
- Medical Software
- Ethics and confidentiality
- Quality improvement
- Healthcare administration
- Patient counseling
- Treatment plan development
- Preventative care
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- Poster presentation for World AIDS day at Adichunchanagiri Institute of medical sciences (Department of community medicine) during3rd year of medical school.
- CME program on Obstetrical ultrasound update, March2010
- FOGSI All India Conference2012, Mumbai
- Poster presentation titled ‘Heterotropic pregnancy’ at a national level conference in Delhi (2012)
- Coordinated and participated in the Inservice Training Program on Infant and Young Child Nutrition during World Breastfeeding Week (August2013).
- RCOG Conference2015, Bangalore
- Basic Practical Skills Workshop (RCOG)2015, Dharwad
- AICC RCOG Conference2019, Kolkata
- Master class in ‘Fetal Medicine’ AICC RCOG2019
- Workshop on ‘Basic Skills in medical education’ July2021
- Poster Presentation on ‘Rupture of Bicornuate Uterus in a Second Trimester IUFD’ at AICC RCOG Annual Conference, October2021
- NARCHI Conference,2022, New Delhi
- Online Webinar on Vaginal Surgeries, August2024
- FOGSI South zone conference- August9th to11th2024 (Mysore)
- Online Webinar on Infertility, November2024
- Online Webinar on Robotic Surgery, November2024
- Online Webinar on Endometriosis associated infertility, Dec2024
References
Dr. Mahendra, G., Head of the Department, drmuba@gmail.com, Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellur, Mandya district
Dr. S. Kamalamma
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, drkamala44@gmail.com, Srinivasa Multispecialty Hospital, Mysore.
Dr. Sharmila Channappa
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist, drsharmila1996@gmail.com, Vydehi Super Specialty Hospital, Bangalore.
Disclaimer
The Curriculum Vitae is true and correct as at 08-01-25
Sign- Priyanka Kantharaj.
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES
- BLS and ACLS certification
- Led an audit to review compliance with best practices in contraception counseling and patient uptake. Highlighted gaps and implemented strategies to improve engagement and results
- Organized regular drills in obstetric emergencies, which helped us with teamwork, time management, and improving patient care.
- Led gynecological health camps for underprivileged women.
- Was a part of quality improvement committees such as Internal Auditing, Infection Control, and NABH
- Filled incident forms as a part of clinical risk management to ensure patient safety and quality care.
- Coordinated with other specialties in multidisciplinary team meetings for managing high-risk obstetric cases, cancer care, and urogynecology cases.
- Led debriefing sessions for patients and family members.
- Participated in and supervised journal club weekly meetings.
- Managed staff duty rosters.
- Designed and implemented the undergraduate curriculum for third year and final-year medical students, focusing on comprehensive clinical training and skill development.
- Conducted theory class of about1 to2hrs per week and clinical session of about3hrs a week for undergraduate medical students.
- Prepared and evaluated question papers, graded exams, and supervised invigilation during both internal and board examinations.
- Conducted Mini-CEX evaluations for undergraduate and postgraduate students, providing constructive feedback to enhance clinical skills.
- Mentored postgraduate students in research projects and guided them in developing labor room competencies.
- Led medical camps in rural areas, led the team at the Fever Clinic set up by the Mysore City Corporation during the first wave of COVID-19 (2020).
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
kannada
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Marathi
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Senior Resident (full time)
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences
03.2021 - 05.2024
Senior Resident (full time)
Mallya Hospital (Vydehi Super Specialty Hospital)
08.2018 - 09.2019
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist
Vaishali Maternity Home
01.2015 - Current
Junior Resident (full time)
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College & Research Centre (Navi Mumbai), Mumbai, India, and Rajawadi Hospital, Ghatkopar, Mumbai, India
08.2012 - 07.2014
Internship
Mysore Medical college & Research Institute
02.2010 - 02.2011
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynecology (CPS)
World Laparoscopy Hospital
Fellowship from Minimal Access Surgery
- Poster presentation for World AIDS day at Adichunchanagiri Institute of medical sciences (Department of community medicine) during3rd year of medical school.
- CME program on Obstetrical ultrasound update, March2010
- FOGSI All India Conference2012, Mumbai
- Poster presentation titled ‘Heterotropic pregnancy’ at a national level conference in Delhi (2012)
- Coordinated and participated in the Inservice Training Program on Infant and Young Child Nutrition during World Breastfeeding Week (August2013).
- RCOG Conference2015, Bangalore
- Basic Practical Skills Workshop (RCOG)2015, Dharwad
- AICC RCOG Conference2019, Kolkata
- Master class in ‘Fetal Medicine’ AICC RCOG2019
- Workshop on ‘Basic Skills in medical education’ July2021
- Poster Presentation on ‘Rupture of Bicornuate Uterus in a Second Trimester IUFD’ at AICC RCOG Annual Conference, October2021
- NARCHI Conference,2022, New Delhi
- Online Webinar on Vaginal Surgeries, August2024
- FOGSI South zone conference- August9th to11th2024 (Mysore)
- Online Webinar on Infertility, November2024
- Online Webinar on Robotic Surgery, November2024
- Online Webinar on Endometriosis associated infertility, Dec2024
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences
M.B.B.S from Medicine
Similar Profiles
SANNA ULLAHSANNA ULLAH
Nurse technician at Zeeshan General Hospital and Maternity home AllaiNurse technician at Zeeshan General Hospital and Maternity home Allai
Hassannat Taiwo TijaniHassannat Taiwo Tijani
Auxiliary Nurse at Ola-Iya Medical Centre&Maternity HomeAuxiliary Nurse at Ola-Iya Medical Centre&Maternity Home
Shannon ColeShannon Cole
Program and Operations Director at Lifehouse Maternity HomeProgram and Operations Director at Lifehouse Maternity Home