Mental Health Medical Officer

Dr. Karthik Prasanna V

Location: New Delhi, India

Email: ************@*****.***

Mobile: +91-882*******

Professional Summary

Experienced Medical Officer and Psychiatrist with over a decade of experience in managing diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in clinical services, medical consultations, emergency care, and health promotion. Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural environments and with marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ populations. Proficient in developing and implementing health education programs and managing healthcare facilities.

Education

Diploma in Psychiatry (DPM)

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India (2019-2021)

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S)

Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu, India (2003-2010)

Work Experience

Director - Medical and Psychiatry Services

AHF India Cares, New Delhi, India

Jan 2022 – Present

- Supervise the functioning of ART clinics in Delhi and Mumbai.

- Manage the physical and mental health issues of LGBTQ+ MSM clients.

- Oversee procurement and stock of medicines and laboratory supplies.

- Provide psychiatric services for common mental health issues including depression, anxiety, psychosis, OCD, and de-addiction services.

Private Medical Practitioner

Chennai, India

Aug 2017 – April 2019

- Served as a private medical consultant in the Chennai metro area.

Medical Officer

Diwan of Royal Court, Salalah, Oman

Feb 2016 – July 2017

- Managed outpatient and emergency departments in a multicultural environment.

- Handled VIP clinics, providing medical services to the royal family, ministers, and palace staff.

Medical Officer

AHF India Cares, New Delhi, India

Nov 2013 – Jan 2016

- Managed HIV patients and provided treatment advocacy.

- Educated sexual minorities on safe practices and sexually transmitted diseases.

- Organized HIV/AIDS awareness programs and launched community-based HIV rapid testing programs.

Casualty Medical Officer

Accident & Emergency, Govt. of New Delhi, India

Dec 2011 – Nov 2013

- Supervised a 100-bedded government hospital's emergency department.

- Managed medico-legal cases and represented the hospital in courts.

- Led disaster response teams during mock drills and real emergencies.

General Physician

Anderson Diagnostics, Chennai, India

Jun 2010 – Dec 2011

- Handled a patient load of over 100 per day and conducted master health check-ups.

- Managed emergencies and introduced patient consent and legal documentation protocols.

Skills

- Medical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of clinical services, medical consultations, and emergency care.

- Public Health: Experienced in health promotion, education programs, and occupational health.

- Leadership: Supervised medical staff and managed healthcare facilities efficiently.

- Communication: Proficient in English, Hindi, Arabic, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.

- Cultural Competence: Worked in diverse international environments with a focus on marginalized communities.

Publications

Poster Presentations

1)Viswanath, K.P., Prasad, S., Michael, E., Kumar, M., Dwivedi, S., Mojica, L.H. (2024). Holistic HIV Care with Integrated Mental Health Services. 25th IAS Conference, Munich, Germany, July 22-26, 2024. Abstract Number: WEPEB084

2)Viswanath, K.P., Prasad, S., Michael, E., Kumar, M., Dwivedi, S., Mojica, L.H. (2024). Enhancing Retention in ART Care: Flexible People-First Approaches. 25th IAS Conference, Munich, Germany, July 22-26, 2024. Abstract Number: TUPEC280

Interests

- Competitive chess player, cricket, swimming, and fishing enthusiast.

- Interested in learning new languages and can communicate in six languages.

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