Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 32 years of experience in clinical practice, public health, and nutrition sciences, the expert is proficient in program implementation, management, capacity building, and disease surveillance. Career highlights include leading national health initiatives such as the National Rural Health Mission and collaborating with WHO on tuberculosis control. Accomplishments feature training over 100 personnel in disease surveillance and contributing to policy development. Previously held roles include Team Lead at the Ministry of Health and State Epidemiologist. The expert has a strong track record in both local and international health projects, demonstrating proficiency in project management and leadership.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international agencies, the expert has worked with WHO on projects related to tuberculosis eradication under the Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program (RNTCP) in India. This involvement encompassed roles in program implementation and capacity building. The projects were national in scope, focusing on public health and disease surveillance, with activities taking place across various states in India. The expert's contributions have significantly impacted national health missions.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors, including health, nutrition, gender and human rights, and administration, the expert has engaged in clinical practice, program management, and consultancy in public health initiatives. Responsibilities have included serving as a Team Lead at the Ministry of Health and as a State Epidemiologist. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise spans maternal and child health, adolescent health, and disease surveillance. The geographic scope of work is primarily national, with significant contributions to health programs across India. Extensive experience in India has provided a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in regions like Madhya Pradesh and New Delhi.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, a UN official language, and proficient in Hindi and Marathi. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings, including work with multilingual teams and diverse healthcare and public health projects across India. The expert's proficiency in English has facilitated participation in national and international health initiatives, enhancing communication and collaboration with stakeholders. The expert holds an M.B.B.S. degree from Bhopal University, Madhya Pradesh, and a D.Ch. in Pediatrics from Barkat-Ullah University, Madhya Pradesh. Additionally, the expert has completed an M.Sc. and a Ph.D. in Nutrition, a Diploma in Hospital Management from the National Institute of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi, and a Diploma in Adolescent Pediatrics from Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.