Open To Work
Hidayath Mehdi
Public Health Practitioner
Macomb,USA
Summary
Pursuing full-time employment opportunity within the public health sector to leverage expertise in program development, research, and community engagement while enhancing skills in disease prevention, health promotion policy, and human relations to drive improvements in population health outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Public Health Intern
Peoria City/County Health Department
Peoria, USA
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Coordinated community action teams to address behavioral health and food insecurity, contributing to successful implementation of Tri-County Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP).
- Collaborated with community health worker (CHW) to prepare and present community health education topics on vaccines, nutrition, maternal health, Medicare fraud, and environmental health to targeted populations.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute health promotion events.
- Assisted in developing community health education materials for local outreach programs.
- Conducted surveys to gather data on public health trends and community needs.
Associate professor
Inamdar Unani Medical College, Hospital
Karnataka, India
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Directed academic and clinical training for 500+ medical students, enhancing quality of patient care.
- Supervised faculty- and student-led projects on evidence-based medicine and community health, promoting research and collaboration.
- Organized health awareness programs and workshops, reaching 5,000+ community members to increase health literacy.
Assistant professor
HMS Unani Medical College & Hospital
Karnataka, India
04.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered lectures and practical training in pharmacology and Unani medicine, enhancing student comprehension and engagement.
- Assisted in curriculum development and evaluation, contributing to enhanced academic standards and student learning outcomes.
- Supported community health initiatives through seminars and workshops, fostering student involvement and promoting public health awareness.
Duty Medical Officer (DMO)
Dr. Subha Krishana Children Hospital
Kadapa, India
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Delivered clinical care and treatment to paediatric patients, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Supported diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care for childhood illnesses, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Managed daily operations in pediatric care settings.
- Assisted medical staff with patient intake and documentation.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for families and children.
Resident Medical Officer (RMO)
New Noble Multi speciality Hospital
Kurnool, India
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Conducted patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to streamline patient services and enhance hospital workflow.
- Monitored patient progress, ensuring timely updates to medical records for quality care.
Education
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Western Illinois University
Macomb, Illinois, USA05-2026
M.D. - Unani Pharmacology
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences
Vijawada, A.P., India11-2018
Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery - Unani Medicine
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences
Vijawada, A.P., India04-2012
Skills
- Health promotion
- Chronic disease prevention
- Health literacy
- Community outreach
- Public education
- Immunization program support
- Pandemic response planning
- Clinical assessment
- Evidence-based practice
- Health assessment
- Epidemiological analysis
- Data analysis
- Research
- Disease management
- Health determinants
- Environmental health
- Social marketing
- Grant writing
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Mental health promotion
- Abuse prevention
Certification
- Mandated Online Reporter – Dept. of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
- First AID - CPR/AED (American Heart Association)
- Human Research, Social / Behavioral Research Course (CITI Program)
- Responsible AI (CITI Program)
Leadership Achievements
- Active Member, Indian Students Association (ISA), 08/25, Current
- Chief Examination In-charge (CEI), Inamdar Unani Medical College & Hospital, Karnataka, India, 02/23, 07/24
- Student Advisor, HMS Unani Medical College & Hospital, Karnataka, India, 04/19, 01/23
Publications
- Mehdi, H.K.; Saleem, A. and Zaibunnisa., Scientific evaluation of efficacy of waj-Acorus calamus Linn. in the management of Qillat-e-darqia (Hypothyroidism) in an animal experiment., International Journal of Unani and Integrative Medicine, 2019, 3, 4, 69-79
- Mehdi, H.K. and Begum Z, Efficacy of Hydro alcoholic Extract of Acorus Calamus Linn. In The Management of Hypothyroidism In Albino Wistar Rats -A Review, Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 2024, 17, 2, 1-6, 2455-3891
- Dr. Begum, Z; Dr. Mehdi, H.K; Dr. Firdose, B.T; Dr. Banu, S.R; Dr. Begum, A, Clinical Study of Hirsutism & its Management with Unani Drugs in Comparison with Standard Control Drug-A Research Study, International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 2229-7359, 11, 23s, 2025, https://theaspd.com/index.php
Timeline
Public Health Intern
Peoria City/County Health Department
01.2026 - 05.2026
Associate professor
Inamdar Unani Medical College, Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant professor
HMS Unani Medical College & Hospital
04.2019 - 01.2023
Duty Medical Officer (DMO)
Dr. Subha Krishana Children Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2015
Resident Medical Officer (RMO)
New Noble Multi speciality Hospital
06.2012 - 07.2013
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Western Illinois University
M.D. - Unani Pharmacology
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery - Unani Medicine
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences