IQAC

Sr. No.

Name

Designation

Write Up

1

Dr. Deepak B Sharma

Director, Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Deepak B Sharma is the Director of the Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health and a Professor of Community Medicine. His profile is marked by an MD in Community Medicine, a Post Graduate Certificate course in Industrial Health (PGCIH), Advance Course in Medical Education (ACME) and a Ph.D. in Psychiatry. This combination allows him to lead innovative research in occupational health psychology, workplace wellbeing and mental health in the community. An award-winning researcher and prolific author, Dr. Sharma is a guiding force in public health, serving as a Ph.D. guide and a key resource person for promoting health across diverse populations.

2

Dr. Kallol Roy

Assistant Professor, Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Kallol Roy is a results-driven public health professional with his training in Medical Physiology and has channelized his research skills with a Ph.D. (Community Medicine) from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. He holds key portfolios at Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University. He is an Assistant Professor & the academic coordinator - MPH. He also serves as a Principal Investigator of a multi centric extramurally funded project - WE-CAN. He is also the Program In Charge of a large community based NCD program implemented across three districts of Gujarat in 150 villages. Pursuing his academic excellence, he has recently completed his PG Diploma in Environment & Occupational Health.

3

Dr. Swati Roy

Assistant Professor, Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Swati Roy is an Assistant Professor at the Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University, specializing in epidemiology, biostatistics, and research ethics governance.

She teaches postgraduate students in core public health competencies and serves as the Member Secretary for the Institutional Ethics Committee, where she directs the operational and strategic oversight of all human subjects research, ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Swati’s research portfolio includes epidemiological studies on chronic diseases, such as a landmark study on neurological conditions in rural Gujarat. Her primary research interests lie in implementation research, social and behavioural change communication and geriatric health.

Swati has earned her Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology with academic distinction from Manipal University, is NET qualified, and is currently a Ph.D. Scholar in Public Health at Bhaikaka University.

4

Ms. Nasreen Bha

Assistant Professor, Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University

Ms. Nasreen Bha serves as an Assistant Professor at Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University. She holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) with her graduation in Nutrition , positioning her as a key specialist in public health nutrition. Ms. Bha also has direct experience assessing the functionality of Nutrition Rehabilitation Centers (CMTCs). She applies strong communication skills to support public health and nutrition initiatives in the community.

5

Dr. Priya Mistri

Research Associate, Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Priya Mistri is a dedicated public health professional, holding a Master of Public Health and a background in Physiotherapy. As a Research Associate, at the Amrita Patel Centre for Public Health, Bhaikaka University; She is instrumental in managing the multi-centric WE-CAN project, focusing on cervical cancer awareness and women's empowerment. She excels in project management , stakeholder collaboration and data-driven monitoring. Her research on MCH service utilization highlights her commitment to evaluating and improving community health programs.

6

Dr. Nitin Raithatha

Professor & Head, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pramukhswami Medical College, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Nitin Raithatha is a senior Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology with over 22 years of teaching experience. His public health contributions are substantial, specializing in clinical research governance. He holds a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Investigations and is a certified NABH assessor for Clinical Trial Ethics Committees. This expertise in research ethics is complemented by his ACME certification in medical education and his training in Emergency Obstetric Care (EmOC). Dr. Raithatha is a prolific author with 29 journal publications and four textbook chapters.

7

Dr. Minal Patel

Professor & Head, Department of Physiology, Pramukhswami Medical College, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Minal Patel serves as the Professor and Head of the Department of Physiology. She is a distinguished academician with MBBS, M.Sc., Ph.D. and MD degrees in Medical Physiology. Her primary contribution to public health is through her extensive research on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), including obesity, diabetes, and hypertension. As a "Star Faculty" awardee and a Resource Faculty for the NMC Nodal Center, she is a leader in medical education. Dr. Patel has 23 years of experience, 27 publications , and previously led quality assurance as the IQAC Coordinator.

8

Dr. Hemshree Parmar

Associate Professor, Department of Community Medicine, Pramukhswami Medical College, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Hemshree Parmar, an Associate Professor with an MD in Community Medicine, is a specialist in field-level public health interventions. She serves as Co-Nodal Faculty for key state-level collaborations, including the Primary Healthcare Mentoring Program (PHCMP) and an innovative Participatory Learning Approach (PLA) for teenage pregnancy. Her work also addresses critical issues like anemia. Dr. Parmar’s leadership is further demonstrated through her management of the Urban Health Training Center (UHTC) and coordination of the Family Adoption Programme, directly connecting medical education with community welfare.

9

Dr. Mrina Patel

Faculty, Department of Dentistry, Shree Krishna Hospital, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Mrina Patel is a Dental Consultant at Shree Krishna Hospital and a Tutor at Pramukhswami Medical College, Bhaikaka University. With over a decade of clinical experience, she is dedicated to raising healthcare quality standards. Dr. Patel possesses unique and valuable advanced degrees in healthcare administration (MBA in Hospital and Health System Management) and clinical research (M.Sc.) This multidisciplinary background fuels her work in staff mentoring, health systems management and research on topics like disaster preparedness and oral health awareness.

10

Dr. Bhakti Bajpai

Controller, Academics, Bhaikaka University

Dr. Bhakti Bajpai is a distinguished academic leader with 26 years of experience in biotechnology, underpinned by a Ph.D. in the field. Her potential to contribute to public health is rooted in her extensive research and proven institutional leadership. Having served as Head of Department at ARIBAS for 16 years and as Principal (I/c), she possesses deep expertise in managing advanced scientific programs and faculty. Her research impact is demonstrated by 18 Web of Science-indexed publications, two major UGC projects, and the supervision of three Ph.D. students. Dr. Bajpai also plays a key role in shaping future scientific capacity by chairing the Board of Studies (Biological Sciences) at CVM University.

11

Dr. Rakesh Patel

Quality Assurance Medical Officer, Dist- Anand

Dr. Rakesh Patel is a highly experienced public health leader with an MBBS from Pramukh Swami Medical College (1998 batch). He also holds a MD degree in Community Medicine form Pramukhswami Medical College, Karamsad. His career is defined by more than two decades of varied experience as Casualty Medical officer, Assistant Officer In Charge Rural health training centre at S. B. K. S. Medical Institute and Research Centre, Piparia, Waghodiya, Vadodara and Govt Medical officer at PHCs, Taluka Health Officer and further Quality Assurance Medical Officer in Anand District. He also had worked in the SHSRC-G at Gandhinagar. This extensive field experience provides him with deep insights into community health dynamics. He now applies this expertise to critical district-level strategic roles in different capacities time to time. He has Hands-on experience in handling common medical and surgical emergencies, designing and conducting epidemiological research, data analysis and interpretation. He has excellent oral and written communication skills. He also has published papers to his credit in peer reviewed journals.

12

Dr. Rajesh Patel

Epidemic Medical Officer

Dr. Rajeshkumar Patel is a highly experienced public health leader with an MBBS from Pramukh Swami Medical College (1990 batch). His career is defined by more than two decades of foundational, grassroots-level service as a Medical Officer at various Primary Health Centres, including Demai, Sundalpura, and a 19-year tenure at PHC Bakrol. This extensive field experience provides him with deep insights into community health dynamics. He now applies this expertise to critical district-level strategic roles as the Epidemic Medical Officer, In-charge District Malaria Officer, and In-charge Municipal Health Officer for Anand.