I am an experienced midwife and researcher completing my MSc Global Health and Development at UCL. I am passionate about improving maternal health outcomes in LMIC through programme/intervention implementation and M&E.
Myself Dr.Amol Shivdas Sawant I am a postgraduate of Public Health from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai. During these two years I have made an attempt to understand the challenges in our healthcare system and this made me sensitize enough to the healthcare structure of India. Before this, I have completed my graduation in BAMS from Nagpur.
I am working as a Surveillance research officer at NMMC Hospital, Navi Mumbai on TCV Project with WHO. This project results will help to see the high burden of typhoid fever in the younger population resulting in morbidity, mortality, and increased out of pocket expenditure for treatment. I have worked with Public, Non-Government Organizations, and private players in rural and urban settings. I am well aware of research methodologies, data analysis, report writing, and presentation skills which I learned during field projects and Work Experiences.
I have done a dissertation on Kharra(form of smokeless tobacco prevalent in Vidarbha region) consumption and factors associated with attempts to quit Kharra among college students in Nagpur. This Research work helps to understand the reasons for the initiation of kharra use, Lack of awareness of adverse health effects because of kharra consumption, difficulties face due to quitting attempts.
During my Rural internship, I have completed a project on breastfeeding practices of mothers in the rural areas of Chandrapur which helps me to understand Maternal and child health issues. I am conversant with Microsoft suite and other data analysis software such as SPSS. Through the course curriculum and work Experience, I got the opportunity to sharpen my skills in project management, team management, data analysis, and presentation skills.
What I can offer is innovative thinking, action-oriented approach, honesty, and compassion along with the inclination to social issues.
Hope to hear from you in the near future.
Sincerely,
Dr. Amol Sawant
I am a public health professional with year experience in health financing project. I have an inquisitive mind, highly dedicated and adapt swiftly to any environment. I have experience of writing proposals, reports and basic knowledge of data analysis. I am enthusiastic to build a career in research and writing. I aim to influence the health policy decisions through my work in this field. With proper guidance I could be an asset to the organisation.
