Professional Strengths

Expertise in histopathological diagnosis and reporting of biopsy and cytology specimens pertaining to the oral and maxillofacial region, with special focus on oral potentially malignant disorders, oral cancer, odontogenic lesions, salivary gland pathology, mucocutaneous disorders, and head & neck pathology.

Skilled in non-guided and ultrasound-guided FNAC of oral, head and neck lesions, with clinicopathological correlation and appropriate diagnostic interpretation.

Competent in interpretation and reporting of routine hematological, serological, biochemical, microbiological, and clinical pathology investigations, including urine, stool, semen and sputum analysis.

Well versed with routine and advanced laboratory equipment and techniques, including blood cell counters, fully and semi-automatic biochemistry analyzers, immunoassay analyzers, coagulometers, turbidometers, HPLC, ABG and electrolyte analyzers, microtome, tissue processing systems, decalcification methods, ground section techniques, various microscopy systems, IHC, ELISA, gel electrophoresis and PCR.

Experienced in establishing new diagnostic centres with complete laboratory and imaging modalities within stipulated timelines, including planning, infrastructure development, workflow design, manpower deployment, quality systems and operational execution.

Experienced as technical and administrative head of diagnostic laboratory units, ensuring smooth laboratory operations, accurate testing, result validation, timely report release, efficient inventory control and compliance with quality standards.

Strong experience in implementation of quality assurance and quality control systems, SOP compliance, documentation, TAT monitoring, internal audit preparedness, corrective and preventive action planning, and NABL-aligned laboratory quality management.

Skilled in manpower planning, staff training, technical mentoring, productivity improvement, performance supervision and alignment of laboratory staff with institutional goals.

Ability to improve laboratory commercials, support business efficiency, assist sales teams, enhance service levels and improve customer responsiveness.

Experienced in monitoring customer complaints, performing root-cause analysis and initiating corrective / preventive actions for continual improvement.

Capable of planning and supporting establishment of new collection centres and expansion of diagnostic services in nearby regions.

Possesses strong leadership, management, analytical, organizational, communication, vendor negotiation and program development skills.

Proficient in basic operating systems and laboratory software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Labmate software.