I am a dedicated public health professional who:
Led and executed distinguished research and professional activities spanning over six years in implementation and health services research, digital health, and health systems.
Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to evaluate a national electronic health record program and field trial a telemedicine service.
Expertly utilized quasi-experimental designs and advanced statistical skills using R, SAS, SQL, STATA, and Tableau to generate key insights from administrative claims and national survey databases.
Contributed to research groups that, in total, secured grants surpassing $1.5 million, published four peer-reviewed articles, and delivered five impactful presentations at renowned research conferences.
My career goal is to grow into a globally recognized leader in applying health services research and digital health technologies toward health systems strengthening and enhancing public health outcomes. My passion lies in formulating, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based policies and interventions. Currently, as a graduate research assistant, I contribute to an NIH-funded project by analyzing data from the Arkansas Department of Education and the all-payer claims database. Earlier as a data scientist intern at Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield, I analyzed payer claims data to evaluate two value-based programs.
My analytical prowess comes to life through expert usage of tools like SAS, STATA, and R to analyze and visualize intricate datasets. In a previous role, I coordinated the evaluation of an electronic management information system for the Directorate General of Family Planning in Bangladesh. Notably, I spearheaded a groundbreaking telemedicine initiative that brought physician consultations directly to rural doorsteps, blending human-centered design with data-driven strategies.
Throughout my professional journey, I've been part of research groups that collectively secured grants exceeding a remarkable USD 1.5 million, underscoring my commitment to driving innovation in the healthcare sector. Beyond my professional endeavors, I proudly served as the elected vice president of the UAMS Graduate Student Association. In this capacity, I represented graduate students on the curriculum committee and academic senate and organized networking and career development events.
Complementing my professional roles, I've actively volunteered in multiple disaster relief initiatives, honing my leadership skills through participation in various leadership and entrepreneurship boot camps. On a personal note, I'm an avid sports enthusiast with a particular passion for cricket and badminton. My love for travel, photography, cycling, and music keeps my spirit energized.
