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HASITHASUNAYANA GANTA

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dynamic Research Study Coordinator with a proven track record at the Department of Public Health - University of South Carolina, excelling in data interpretation and participant engagement. Expert in utilizing SAS and demonstrating exceptional communication skills. Significantly contributed to reducing type 2 diabetes risk, showcasing expertise in research and data-driven decision-making.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Study Coordinator

Department of Public Health - University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinating the 'DG3D Study,' focusing on reducing type 2 diabetes risk among African American adults aged 18-70
  • Conducting participant recruitment and phone screenings and managing data in REDCap for study records.
  • Leading weekly online and in-person classes on diet patterns and lifestyle activities, with actionable assignments.
  • Responsible for data collection and assisting with diet, weight, and health behavior assessments to track improvements over the study duration.
  • Tracking diet, weight, and health behavior assessments to evaluate participant progress.
  • Contributing to research reports and publications based on study findings.

Intern

Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences
Hyderabad, TS
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive physical, oral, and dental examinations, meticulously recording patient histories for a thorough understanding.
  • Proficient in performing and interpreting radiographic examinations to assist in accurate diagnosis.
  • Diagnosed dental conditions, developed treatment plans, and educated patients on maintaining optimal oral health.

Education

Master of Science - Integrated Information Technology

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Dentistry

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences
India
01.2022

Skills

  • SAS
  • STATA
  • Access
  • Excel
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • HTML
  • Data Collection and Interpretation
  • Interpretation
  • Reporting
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Research
  • Writing
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Data Organization

Certification

  • Basic Life Support and Airway Management, International Trauma Care, Hyderabad
  • Tobacco De-addiction Techniques, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences, Hyderabad

Projects

Conducted a prospective study assessing the potential risk of periodontitis in patients with diabetes mellitus through data collection and analysis. Collaborated with a research team to gather patient data and identify correlations between diabetes and periodontitis. Developed a Power BI dashboard to provide physicians with comprehensive patient data and visualizations to aid in outpatient diagnosis procedures.

Timeline

Research Study Coordinator

Department of Public Health - University of South Carolina
05.2024 - Current

Intern

Malla Reddy Institute of Dental Sciences
01.2021 - 01.2022

Master of Science - Integrated Information Technology

University of South Carolina

Bachelor of Science - Dentistry

Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences

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