Dr. Shikha V.

Dr. Shikha V. has extensive work experience in the field of medical affairs, medical information, and healthcare engagement. Dr. Shikha currently holds the position of Medical Information Manager - Content Development & Implementation Lead at Indegene, where they are responsible for managing medical information for AstraZeneca. Prior to this role, they worked as a Medical Manager at MediSyn LLC.

Dr. Shikha V. has also worked as a Freelance Medical Writer from October 2021 to October 2022. Before starting their freelance career, they held the position of Medical Affairs Manager at Lupin Pharmaceuticals from July 2019 to September 2021. In this role, they engaged with healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the fields of Oncology and Cardio-metabolism, provided scientific support, and organized various medical events and advisory boards.

Before joining Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Shikha V. worked as a Medical Science Liaison at Roche from August 2018 to July 2019. In this position, they developed strong relationships with specialists in the fields of Haematology and Nephrology, engaged in scientific conversations, and provided scientific support to HCPs. Dr. Shikha also actively participated in prelaunch and post-launch activities for Emicizumab.

Prior to their role at Roche, Dr. Shikha V. worked as a Medical Information Manager at Novartis from February 2017 to August 2018. During their time there, they worked on medical information deliverables for various therapy areas, developed and updated global guidance documents, and ensured the quality and accuracy of medical information.

Dr. Shikha V. also has experience in academia, having served as an Assistant Professor at Sri Balaji Dental College from June 2016 to December 2016 and at KLR's Lenora of Institute of Dental Sciences from July 2014 to June 2016. In these roles, they authored books, conducted research activities, and mentored students in their academic and research endeavors.

Overall, Dr. Shikha V. has a diverse background in medical affairs, medical information, healthcare engagement, and academia, with a strong focus on providing scientific support, engaging with HCPs, and ensuring the accuracy and quality of medical information.

Dr. Shikha V. has a diverse education history. Dr. Shikha obtained their Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry from Manipal Academy of Higher Education. Dr. Shikha then pursued a Master's Degree in Dental Public Health and Education from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, completing their studies in 2014.

In recent years, Dr. Shikha V. has obtained several certifications to expand their knowledge and skills. Dr. Shikha completed a Certification in Canadian Healthcare System and Culture from NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) and a Certification in Achieving Resilience in Canadian Healthcare from the Council for Continuing Pharmaceutical Education. Additionally, they obtained certifications in various areas, including Standard First Aid, CPR and AED from the Canadian Red Cross, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) from The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), Fundamentals of digital marketing from Google Digital Garage, Influencer Marketing Foundations from LinkedIn, Project Management: Healthcare Projects from LinkedIn, Strategic Thinking from LinkedIn, The Data Science of Healthcare, Medicine, and Public Health, with Barton Poulson from LinkedIn, and The Six Morning Habits of High Performers from LinkedIn. Dr. Shikha also completed the Basic Program in Pharmaceutical Medicine from Novartis.

Moreover, Dr. Shikha V. has participated in an Advanced Dental leadership programme offered by the Global Child Dental Fund, although specific details about the certification are not provided.