Vaishnavi Varanasi

Dedicated healthcare professional with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and a solid foundation in clinical care, specializing in preventive and restorative procedures. Currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) in Boston, enhancing expertise in population health, research, and community wellness. Recognized for effective communication with patients and colleagues, fostering awareness and preventive care through a compassionate approach. Committed to continuous learning and collaboration in multidisciplinary healthcare settings while upholding high standards of safety, hygiene, and ethical practice.

Master of Public Health (MPH) | MCPHS University

Walking Pneumonia – Public Health Analysis

• Assessed walking pneumonia using public health frameworks, focusing on disease transmission, risk factors, and prevention.
• Applied concepts from Foundations of Public Health and Environmental Health to evaluate population-level health outcomes.

Environmental Health Project: Improper Disposal of Expired Medications

• Analyzed public health and environmental risks associated with improper pharmaceutical disposal.
• Identified impacts on water systems, antimicrobial resistance, and community safety.
• Recommended evidence-based interventions and public awareness strategies.

Biostatistics & Epidemiology Project – NHANES Dataset

• Conducted quantitative data analysis using the NHANES dataset to study health outcomes.
• Performed data cleaning, descriptive statistics, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis using Stata.
• Interpreted epidemiologic findings to support data-driven public health decisions.

• "A Low-Cost Digital Occlusal Analysis System for Errant Bite Forces and Jaw-Joint Disorders" Role: Clinical Assistant, Raamah BioCare (May 2024 – July 2024). Focus: Developed an affordable diagnostic tool to improve access to care for patients with occlusal and TMJ disorders, addressing health disparities in underserved communities.
• "Clinical Efficacy of Rosuvastatin Gel as a Local Drug Delivery Agent in Intra-Bony Defects" Role: Research Assistant, Department of Periodontology Impact: Proposed innovative therapeutic approaches for periodontal disease, contributing to the broader understanding of cost-effective dental treatments. Status: Publication in process.

• Organised and led NSS Dental Health Awareness camps across government schools and rural communities, emphasising preventative care for underserved populations.
• Participated as a volunteer member in MEDEXPO at SVS Medical College, facilitating discussions on innovations in community health.
• Designed and implemented health education programs during clinical rotations, addressing oral hygiene.

• Paper Presentation: "Clinical Efficacy of Rosuvastatin Gel as a Local Drug Delivery Agent in Intra-Bony Defects" Presented at Manipal Dental Conference (July 2024).
• Poster Presentation: "Clinical Efficacy of Rosuvastatin Gel as a Local Drug Delivery Agent in Intra-Bony Defects" Presented at Hyderabad Dental Show (August 2024).
• Paper Presentation: "Barr Bodies in Gender Determination" Interdepartmental Presentation, SVS Institute of Dental Sciences (November 2024).
• Manipal Dental Conference, Manipal College of Dental Sciences (July 2024).
• Nitrous Oxide Sedation Workshop, Manipal Dental College (July 2024).
• Hyderabad Dental Show, Indian Dental Association (2022, 2024).

• NEW ENGLAND PUBLIC HEALTH TRAINING CENTER, INFECTIOUS DISEASE CASE MANAGEMENT, ID: 1094303