Vahini Anandakumar
Delhi
Summary
As a dedicated public health professional, I am passionate about creating positive and lasting impacts on community well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Officer - Zoonotic Diseases
Jhpiego
Delhi
2024.05 - Current
- Collaborated with the Centre for One Health, NCDC on project aspects to ensure that it is in line with the objectives.
- Provided technical and logistical support for an eLearning session on Mpox, aimed at enhancing the public health preparedness of healthcare professionals.
- Developed and scripted eLearning modules focused on zoonotic diseases, ensuring the content was engaging and informative.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of Learning Resource Packages developed for building the capacity of personnel working in One Health.
Consultant
NHSRC
Delhi
2023.07 - 2024.04
- Conducted a comparative assessment on District Hospitals transformed into Medical Colleges, analyzing their public health functions and providing insights for enhanced healthcare delivery
- Investigated the utilization of eSanjeevani/Telemedicine services, employing statistical analysis to assess effectiveness and accessibility
- Co-investigator for a research study evaluating the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) across six states, to assess the implementation status and the program's impact on child health
- Co-investigator for a research study in Delhi on the prevalence of sleep deprivation in school-going adolescents (12-18 years), correlating sleep patterns with cognitive functions
- Supported in the development of the National Health Innovations Portal (NHInP)
- Evaluated Program Implementation Plans (PIPs) for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, facilitating informed decision-making
- Conducted data and literature analysis from HMIS, SRS, Census, NFHS, SDG, and UHC indicators
- Monitored research activities in states/UTs, contributing to Health Systems Strengthening through the synthesis of technical papers, program SOPs, and guidelines
- Offered technical assistance for Implementation Research, contributing to study protocols, reviewing literature and data, and actively participating in data collection, analysis, and report writing to support Health Systems Strengthening
- Stayed updated on health systems trends, identified best practices, contributed to documentation, and ensured timely responses to inquiries from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and Parliament.
External Consultant
NHSRC
Delhi
2023.02 - 2023.07
- Provided technical assistance in undertaking research activities
- Supported the activities as part of Research including Implementation Research for Health Systems Strengthening
- Provided technical inputs for research studies and protocols
- Supported the review and analysis of published and grey literature, data collection, collation, analysis and report writing.
Senior Medical Officer
NTEP
Mumbai
2021.10 - 2023.02
- Demonstrated success in public health coordination, with a focus on managing DRTB patients
- Facilitated seamless admission processes, ensuring timely initiation of treatment and effective coordination with stakeholders, including PMDT Coordinators and District Officials
- Took charge of overseeing documentation procedures, conducting quarterly reviews, and implementing strategic changes to optimize the use of ICT and Nikshay tools for data management
- Supported patients in receiving adequate nutrition as per Nikshay Poshan Yojana
- Assisted in strengthening reporting systems and improving patient follow-up.
Junior Resident
Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College
Solapur
2018.05 - 2021.09
- Taught theory and practical classes for MBBS, BDS, Nursing, and Physiotherapy students
- Participated in health education programs and outreach initiatives to raise awareness of various public health issues
- Conducted counselling and supported family planning activities at the UHTC and RHTC
- Facilitated community-based interventions and management of patients at the UHTC and RHTC
- Conducted research projects and data analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of public health interventions and inform evidence-based practices
- Conducted COVID-19 screenings and assessments in community settings
- Collaborated with local health authorities to implement infection control measures and vaccination campaigns
- Data analysis and reporting of data related to COVID-19
- Provided patient care and support for individuals affected by COVID-19.
Medical Officer
Private Clinic
Chennai
2017.10 - 2018.02
- Managed diverse medical cases, overseeing diagnostics, treatment planning, and follow-up care
- Contributed to the enhancement of clinic operations, optimizing workflow and maintaining high standards of patient satisfaction.
Education
MOOC on Implementation Research (IR) with a focus on Infectious Diseases of Poverty (IDP) -
World Health Organization
05.2023
MD PSM -
Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College
Solapur05.2021
MBBS -
Sri Muthukumaran Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
Chennai09.2017
Skills
- Research - Quantitative and Qualitative
- Data Analysis - SPSS and R software
- Project Management
- Data visualization - Power BI and Tableau
- Communication Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
Presentations
- Paper Presentation, 02/01/19, Menopause-related Health Problems and Quality of Life of menopausal women from urban slums of Western Maharashtra” An Observational Study, XI Annual Conference 2019
- Poster Presentation, 01/01/20, Case-control study of Risk Factors Associated with Preeclampsia in a Tertiary Care Hospital in south-western Maharashtra, K7th Annual National Conference of IAPSM
- Paper Presentation, 02/01/20, Evaluation of screening of oral pre-cancerous lesions, XII Annual Conference 2020
Research
Estimation of Various Health Conditions among School Children under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram and Evaluation of the Programme in a City of Maharashtra - A Cross-sectional Study
Languages
- English,
- Hindi,
- Tamil,
- Telugu,
Publications
Menopause-related health problems and Quality of Life of menopausal women from urban slums of Western Maharashtra, National Journal of Community Medicine, December 2020, 11, 12, 445-449
Timeline
Program Officer - Zoonotic Diseases
Jhpiego
2024.05 - Current
Consultant
NHSRC
2023.07 - 2024.04
External Consultant
NHSRC
2023.02 - 2023.07
Senior Medical Officer
NTEP
2021.10 - 2023.02
Junior Resident
Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College
2018.05 - 2021.09
Medical Officer
Private Clinic
2017.10 - 2018.02
MOOC on Implementation Research (IR) with a focus on Infectious Diseases of Poverty (IDP) -
World Health Organization
MD PSM -
Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Government Medical College
MBBS -
Sri Muthukumaran Medical College Hospital and Research Centre
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