Bhoomika Manjunath Sastry
Bangalore,Karnataka
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented medical graduate with extensive clinical experience in both tertiary urban and rural healthcare centers. Additionally, contributed to molecular genetics research on oncologic diseases as a Clinical Research Assistant at a Cancer Institute lab. ECFMG-certified and successfully completed USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3. Skills include data collection, analysis, and research methodology, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting. Passion lies in integrating clinical expertise with research to contribute to advancements in patient care and evidence-based medicine.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital And Research Centre
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked a Clinical research assistant at the standalone lab facility under the Cancer Institute.
- Contributed to research on the molecular genetics of oncologic diseases, supporting studies that focus on the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development and progression including breast carcinoma, carcinoma colon & leukemia
- Assisted in sample collection, processing, and maintenance of the bio-bank, ensuring proper storage, tracking, and retrieval of biological specimens for ongoing and future research.
- Involved in performing diagnostic and therapeutic analyses using advanced laboratory techniques, including Flow Cytometry, Mass Spectrometry, NGS, Cytogenetic Analysis, and PCR Testing, to identify key genetic markers and mutations.
- Gained experience in data collection and analysis of clinical data relevant to research projects, ensuring accurate and meaningful interpretation of results.
- Developed proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data management, documentation, and reporting.
- Learned manuscript writing for publication, including structuring research articles, formatting references, and presenting findings effectively.
- Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, fostering strong communication and teamwork skills while collaborating on data interpretation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations by attending seminars and reviewing relevant publications regularly.
Medical Doctor
Mamta Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Involved in providing inpatient & outpatient care at the hospital, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of attendings & registered nurses
- Actively participated in daily rounds & discussions with attending physicians in the inpatient wards, maintaining patient charts for accurate documentation & order follow-up
- Assisted in the outpatient clinic and emergency room managing acute and chronic cases
- Involved in antenatal care & postnatal care of mothers & newborns
- Assisted surgeons in OTs & managed post-operative care
- Performed procedures such as securing IV lines, urinary catheterization, NG tube insertion & suturing
- Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
- Educated patients and families on benefits of healthy diet and adequate exercise.
Clinical Extern
Hillside Pediatrics Pc
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Participated in providing pediatric care, managing acute and chronic illnesses under direct supervision of the attending physician
- Conducted comprehensive histories and basic physical exams, presenting the cases to the physician
- Performed wellness checks, including vitals, eye exams and assessments of physical and mental well-being under direct supervision
- Assisted the attending in administering immunization
- Actively learnt utilizing the EMR system while assisting the attending
- Had opportunity to providing counseling regarding diet and nutrition and importance of physical activities
Clinical extern
Josepheena J.Jacob M.D. Primary Care
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in pediatric primary care, managing acute & chronic conditions like pneumonia, hand-foot-mouth disease, asthma, GE, UTIs, URTIs, cerebral palsy etc
- Performed thorough history & physical examinations followed by formulating an assessment & plan under supervision of Dr.Jacob
- Actively participated in discussions with the attending
- Performed wellness checks for newborns during their first visit & actively involved in well child visits
- Encountered case of neonatal jaundice & followed up until full recovery
- Assisted in administering age-appropriate immunizations to children as per guidelines
- Assisted in collecting throat swabs for suspected streptococcal, RSV, H1N1 infections & learned to perform influenza rapid tests
Clinical Intern
Bantwal- Taluk General Hospital
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked in limited resource primary healthcare setting and tertiary urban centre during the 12-month internship, gaining comprehensive experience across multiple disciplines, working with multidisciplinary team
- Managed outpatient clinics under all specialties & participated in emergency room duties, handling cases like stroke, IHD, bee-sting, snakebite, poisoning, RTAs,etc
- Improved surgical skills by providing wound care & suturing under supervision
- Gained experience in labor ward by assisting in deliveries & independently performing IUCD insertion under supervision. Counseled couples on family planning
- Volunteered for health camps, screening the population for chronic diseases & cancer.
- Administered free age-appropriate vaccines to children
- Educating the community through health talks & awareness camps highlighted the importance of uplifting health literacy
Clinical Extern
Associates in Primary Care
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Participated in Primary Care practice of Dr. Coleman, managing patients with chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, asthma & heart failure
- Conducted patient histories & performed physical examinations, formulated assessment & plan followed by precepting to the attending
- Actively participated in didactics with attending, discussing various advances in evidence based medicine, performing critical appraisal of available literature & dissecting action of various drugs
- Performed procedures such as, administering intra-articular steroid injections for patient with rheumatoid arthritis, thus gaining comprehensive hands-on experience
- Counseled patients about importance of adapting a healthy diet & following exercise routine
Art and Web Designer
CAUSEYOUCAN- Non profit Organization
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Led creative initiatives aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene & improving accessibility to menstrual hygiene products for girls in underprivileged areas
- Developed art & design campaigns, conveying the message to break myths and taboos surrounding menstruation, that are prevalent in the society
- Collaborated with the team to integrate artistic approaches into community outreach, combining personal passion for art with social advocacy
- Spread awareness on PCOD by conducting interviews of experts in the field
- Began a fundraiser drive- 'Pledge A Run'- proceeds of which were utilized for securing & distributing sanitary pads for girls
- Increased awareness & education on menstrual health through community events at government schools
Organizer and Volunteer
Medical Student Association Of India
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Organizer (2021): Led planning & execution of an awareness campaign for HIV & AIDS focusing on community education & outreach
- Event coordinator(2021): Volunteered with team to organize an event 'Project Triple Benefit'-promoting mental & physical well-being of adolescents, helping shape future generations
- Merchandise Head & On Ground volunteer (2021): Working with the committee, managed the logistics of merchandise for a conference organized at Mangalore, additionally serving as volunteer during events, contributing to smooth functioning
- As member of student council, I actively promoted the organization's initiatives, recruiting participants & volunteers for events.
- My efforts helped strengthen the community & increase engagement.
Education
M.D. - Medical
A.J Institute of Medical Science & Research Centre
Mangalore08-2023
Skills
- Clinical knowledge
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Effective team collaboration
Awards
- Academic Excellence- Honors in Community Medicine- Graduated with honors- securing the highest in class for the subject of Community Medicine.- April- 2022
- Academic Excellence- Honors in Pediatrics Graduated with honors in subject of Pediatrics- standing among top 3 of the class. April, 2023
- Academic Excellence Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences- State University - Karnataka Secured 7th position in Forensic Medicine professional exam- for the state under RGUHS university. April, 2023
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
kannada
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital And Research Centre
09.2024 - 12.2024
Medical Doctor
Mamta Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
Clinical Extern
Hillside Pediatrics Pc
12.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical extern
Josepheena J.Jacob M.D. Primary Care
11.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Extern
Associates in Primary Care
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clinical Intern
Bantwal- Taluk General Hospital
04.2022 - 08.2023
Art and Web Designer
CAUSEYOUCAN- Non profit Organization
05.2021 - 12.2022
Organizer and Volunteer
Medical Student Association Of India
12.2020 - 12.2021
M.D. - Medical
A.J Institute of Medical Science & Research Centre
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