Goals

Being a dentist by profession and having worked previously in both a tertiary and a primary care setting of the health system during my graduate studies and now, pursuing MPH as my masters, with enhanced knowledge of public and global health policies, I have understood well the practical implications of research and evidence and how it could give the much-needed boost to healthcare service. This has motivated me to explore further and strengthen my awareness about the fundamentals of clinical research methods to be able to contribute meaningfully as a healthcare professional. One year from now I would like to see myself engaged in any research project funded by organizations such as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). I would consider myself a fresher one year from now and would, therefore, like to work on the field as much as possible and contribute to good quality research in the field of public health. As I am pursuing my specialization in the domain of Health Policy, I would aim at working with an established think tank and research organization (NITI AAYOG) by the end of my second professional year. Three years from now I would like to take up my doctoral research/ Ph.D., preferably abroad, in the Netherlands Institute for Health Sciences. I can get a fair scope for both in NIHES. Post Ph.D., I would like to return to my country and serve in the field of education to pass on the skills I learn during my Ph.D. Most importantly, I would like to take my career passionately and contribute as much as possible from my part.