AMRUTHA D
Senior Resident,
Dept. of Community Medicine,
Government Medical College
Kozhikode.
Contact Details Career Highlights
+91 9400304262 Currently working as Senior Resident, Dept of Community
Medicine, GMC Kozhikode.
[email protected] Ranked 1 in Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) MD
Community Medicine Post Graduate Examination 2023.
Kannur, Kerala
5 years of experience in undergraduate teaching and training.
Trained in Competency Based Medical Education Curriculum
Education from the Regional Centre for Medical Education Training
(RMCET), GMC Kozhikode.
September 2023
Government Medical College Conducted outbreak investigations and prevention activities
Kozhikode related to NIPAH, Zoonotic diseases, COVID19 and other
communicable diseases under Regional PEID cell and Zoonotic
MD - Community Medicine
disease Sentinel Surveillance Unit, GMC Kozhikode.
September 2023
Able to excel in public health research and data analysis.
DNB Community Medicine - NBE 2024 Published researches and excelled in epidemic investigations,
showcasing effective communication skills, problem-solving
Government Medical College and multitasking abilities.
Kozhikode Collaborated across disciplines, mentored juniors and
MBBS August 2018 undergraduate students.
Got trained in Geographic Information System (GIS) software,
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
MS office applications and various statistical software for data
Chendayad, Kannur analysis.
Schooling
Skills
Software
Public health Research and analysis
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
MS office applications
Public Health Procedures
(Excel,Powerpoint,Word) Preventative Care
SPSS Epidemic Investigations
Medical Education
QGIS Healthcare administration
ZOTERO REFERENCE Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
MANAGER, ReVan, Rayyan Effective Communication
Work History
Senior Resident, Dept Of Community Medicine Sep 2023 – Present
Govt Medical College Kozhikode
Conducted health assessments and investigations to identify health problems and risks in communities and
populations. Implemented prevention and control strategies for specific issues.
Developed and implemented health promotion programs and interventions to improve the health of
individuals and communities through the Rural and Urban health centres of the Department.
Designed and managed public health research studies to evaluate the effectiveness of various interventions.
Collaborated with community organizations, National and State Institutes, LSGDs, Government agencies,
NGOs and healthcare providers to implement public health programs and policies.
Provided training and education to healthcare professionals, community members, and other stakeholders on
public health topics.
Analyzed public health data to identify trends and patterns in disease and health outcomes.
Participated in policy development and advocacy efforts to improve public health at regional and national
levels (Harmful health effects of Endosulfan Musculoskeletal Disorders following Chikungunya infection.
Conducted epidemiological investigations and analyzed data to identify and respond to outbreaks and other
public health emergencies (Like Effective containment of NIPAH outbreaks 2023,2024 and 2025).
Served as the Medical Officer in charge of conducting travellers’ immunization, including yellow fever
vaccination, at the Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, Government Medical College, Kozhikode
Conducted classes for undergraduate MBBS students, MSc Nursing students, Paramedical students,
including MLT, radiation technicians, dialysis technicians etc.
Organized and conducted research methodology workshops for postgraduates of the Institution.
Mentored junior residents and provided constructive feedback on performance, helping them enhance their
skills.
Published research papers to share findings with the broader healthcare of the community.
Was a part of the ICMR Research team in conducting NIPAH related studies in Kozhikode District.
Reviewed the manuscripts of articles to be published in Wolter Kluwer Journal.
Was a part of the District team of Intensified Mission Indhradhanush (IMI) 5.0.
Got trained in MS Office applications and SPSS and other statistical software for data analysis.
Worked as the Medical officer in charge of the Animal Bite Management clinic in GMC Kozhikode.
Junior Resident, Dept Of Community Medicine Jul 2020 – Aug 2023
Govt Medical College Kozhikode
Conducted health assessments and investigations to identify and address health problems and risks in
communities and populations.
Developed and implemented health promotion programs and interventions to improve the health of
individuals and communities.
Designed and conducted public health research studies to evaluate the effectiveness of various interventions.
Collaborated with community organizations, government agencies, and healthcare providers to implement
public health programs and policies.
Analyzed public health data to identify trends and patterns in disease and health outcomes.
Conducted various epidemiological investigations and analyzed data to identify and respond to outbreaks
and other public health emergencies. (Includes Japanese Encephalitis, West Nile Fever, Malaria, Viral
Hepatitis, Zika Virus Disease,Rabies etc)
Was a part of the Nipah Outbreak (2021 and 2023) investigation teams.
Actively participated in COVID19 prevention and control activities including preparation of route maps,
Risk assessment of contacts, COVID19 vaccination, conducting verbal autopsy, preparation of Standard
Operating Procedures for Infection Control etc.Investigated and analyzed the zoonotic diseases that are
reported to the Sentinel Surveillance unit and Regional PEID Cell, Govt Medical College Kozhikode.
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Got trained in Entomology and prevention of vector borne diseases through various workshops.
4 years experience in undergraduate teaching and training.
Trained in Competency Based Medical Education Curriculum from the Regional Centre for Medical
Education Training (RMCET), GMC Kozhikode
Surveillance and management of all the animal exposure cases reported to Animal Bite Management
Clinic,GMC Kozhikode.
Participated in Tb Sub-National Certification (SNC) and elimination activities.
Part of the team in organizing various CMEs,workshops etc on topics of public health importance.
Attended CMEs, workshops, conferences, hands on sessions at local,state, national and international levels.
Visited various institutions of Public health importance to understand the administration and activities.
Medical Officer, National Health Mission Dec 2018 - Mar 2019
Block PHC Keezhpally, Kannur
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing treatment protocols.
Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
Referred patients for specialist care after baseline management
Managed both communicable and non communicable diseases
Conducted health camps
Supervised immunization sessions
Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
Served as an approachable resource for patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing education on
medical conditions and treatments.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams especially Local Self Government Department (LSGD) to optimize
patient care and improve communication.
Monitored the inventory control of drugs in the pharmacy.
Managed emergencies and given referrals for the needed after giving first aid.
House Surgeon Jul 2017 – Sep 2018
Govt Medical College Kozhikode
Performed routine medical procedures and administering medications and monitoring patients.
Assisted in surgical procedures and in providing post- operative care.
Evaluated patients and their recording medical histories, symptoms, and vital signs.
Interpreted diagnostic tests, such as X- rays, ECGand lab work.
Consulted with senior physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.
Provided patient education and counseling on medical conditions, treatments, and preventive care.
Responded to medical emergencies and providing basic life support.
Completed medical charts, discharge summaries, and other documentation.
Adhered to ethical and legal standards of medical practice.
LIST OF PUBLICATIONS
Thayyil J, Divakaran A, Anikkady N. COVID-19 associated mucormycosis during the second wave of pandemic in South India.
International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences. 2021 Aug 25;9(9):2628–32.
Amrutha, D.; Chandran, Priya; Sreeshma, V. S.1. Evaluation of Animal Birth Control Program in an Urban Area of North Kerala.
Journal of Advanced Health Research & Clinical Medicine 1(1):p 13-17, Jan–Jun 2024. | DOI: 10.4103/JHCR.JHCR_3_23
Amrutha, D; Chandran, Priya; Rahim, Asma Ayesha; Bindu, V; Aswathy Raj, S. V. Need for a diagnostic algorithm for acute
encephalitis syndrome: An approach to changing paradigm. Amrita Journal of Medicine 19(2):p 67-71, April-June 2023. | DOI:
10.4103/AMJM.AMJM_16_23
Rajasi RS, Chandran P, Sivakumar CP, George B, Amrutha D, Elizabeth M, George AM. Profile of COVID-19 breakthrough cases
and its comparison with unvaccinated COVID-19 cases among healthcare workers in a tertiary care centre in North Kerala. J
Family Med Prim Care. 2023 Jun;12(6):PMID: 37636199; PMCID: PMC10451569.
RESEARCH/PROJECTS
Ongoing
1. Long-Term Health Effects of Endosulfan Exposure in Humans: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
2. ICMR Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) Study for Early Identification of Infectious Diseases
3. Anthropological Perspective of Stakeholders on Risk Factors of Nipah 2023 In Kozhikode District
4. Clinico-Epidemiological Profile and Laboratory Diagnosis of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis Reporting to
a Tertiary Care Centre of Kozhikode District
5. Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Disorders Following Chikungunya Epidemic in Mavoor Village, Kerala:
A COPCORD India Initiative
6. Epidemiology of Animal Exposure Cases Reported to a Tertiary Care Centre in North Kerala
Completed
2025
· Effectiveness of Community-Based Fitness Training on the Physical Health and Happiness of Individuals –
A Study in a Government Sector Facility in North Kerala.
· Transect walk, social mapping, and sanitation assessment of a TRIBAL area of Kozhikode and an urban
slum of Kozhikode.
· Anandam Arogyam cancer screening program 2025 (ca breast/ca cervix/ca oral cavity)
2024
· Intensified Mission Indradhanush 5.0 - Study on the Factors Affecting the Immunization Resistance in the
Population.
· Geo-spatial mapping of the solid waste disposal sites in an ecologically sensitive mountain pass of the
Kozhikode district.
· Role of Artificial Intelligence in Public Health – Collaboration with NIT Calicut.
2023
· Utilization Of Obstetric Care Services and Conditional Cash Transfer Among Women Eligible for Janani
Suraksha Yojana (JSY) In Kozhikode District – Thesis
· Risk factors for person-to-person transmission of Nipah infection at Kozhikode district, Kerala, India:
Case-control study - ICMR
· Gender based issues faced by women in a rural area of Kozhikode district – A qualitative study
· A study on the palliative care programs in Kozhikode corporation and assessment of caregiver burden
· A Rare Case of Mixed Infection Of Plasmodium Ovale With Plasmodium Vivax
2022
· Risk prediction for the development of Communicable diseases using the Community-Based Assessment
Checklist
· Sanitation assessment and health problems among the inmates of Destitute homes of Kozhikode
Corporation.
· Evaluation of the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme in Kozhikode District
· Evaluation of risk factors of leptospirosis cases reported to a tertiary care Centre in North Kerala
· Risk factors associated with an outbreak of Japanese Encephalitis in a rural area of Kozhikode District.
2021
· Trend Of COVID 19 Cases Reported to a Tertiary Care Centre In North Kerala.
· COVID-19 Re-Infection among Health Care Workers of a Tertiary Care Centre In GMC Kozhikode.
· Risk Factors Associated with Mucormycosis during the Second Wave of COVID-19 in a Tertiary Care
Centre in North Kerala
