Educational/professional background
My educational journey is marked by a distinctive blend of pharmaceutical, healthcare management and public health studies, having completed a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and, most recently, an MSc in Public Health at LSHTM in 2024. My professional experience extends across a broad spectrum in the healthcare industry, from the intricacies of clinical pharmacy to the strategic complexities of healthcare management and the evolving field of digital public health. This varied background lays a robust groundwork for my work in public health, providing a well-rounded perspective crucial for addressing the multifaceted challenges in this field.
What I enjoyed most about studying my programme/at LSHTM
My time at LSHTM was a truly enriching experience, both academically and personally. What I enjoyed most was the opportunity to learn alongside an exceptionally diverse community of peers from across the world, whose varied experiences of health systems brought depth and real-world insight to every discussion. Equally rewarding was being taught by faculty at the forefront of global health research, along with the flexibility to shape my studies around my interest in digital health. My MSc project, which explored the role of digital health technologies and data in advancing health equity, allowed me to look more deeply into the questions that continue to shape my career today.
What I have been doing since graduating
Since graduating, I have been working with a range of organisations as a Digital Public Health Consultant and Solution Architect, bringing together my expertise in medical, public health, healthcare management and technology. My work spans the design and implementation of digital health systems, including national health information systems, disease surveillance and community-led monitoring platforms. I have also had the privilege of building strategic partnerships with ministries of health and state health departments across Africa and India, and of advising on digital public health strategies aimed at strengthening health services in rural and underserved areas. My LSHTM education continues to guide my approach, ensuring that every digital solution is grounded in sound public health principles. I also teach Digital Health as visiting faculty, which lets me bring what I see in practice into the classroom.
Anything else you want to say
To prospective students coming from different backgrounds, I would say that your diverse experience is a genuine asset at LSHTM, and I would encourage you to bring it into every discussion. Make the most of the opportunities beyond the classroom, as the seminars, events and connections you build are as valuable as the teaching itself. I would be delighted to answer questions about the MSc Public Health programme, career pathways in digital public health, or the experience of coming to LSHTM from India.