- Health systems research
- Digital health tools & EHR implementation
- Community-based participatory research
- Program monitoring & evaluation
- Academic writing & research publication
- Health data analytics & visualization (SAS, SPSS)
Laxman Bhatt
Public Health Informatics Professional
St. John's,NL
Summary
Public Health and Information Management Professional with over 8 years of experience in health informatics, data analysis, health research, system coordination, and program administration. Skilled in maintaining and testing health information systems, managing claims-related data processes, and ensuring data integrity, privacy, and compliance through quality audits. Proficient in digital health tools, information management databases, and health reporting platforms. Recognized for strong problem-solving, troubleshooting capabilities, and the ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams in fast-paced, confidential healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages
Work History
HEALTH AND DENTAL COORDINATOR
Memorial University, Graduate Student Union (GSUMUN)
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Coordinated enrollment data, benefit utilization, and claims summaries for internal reporting and insurer communication
- Supported documentation development including process guides, summary reports, FAQs, and service improvement notes to aid students and administrative teams
- Maintained and updated detailed tracking logs of claims, inquiries, and service-related issues to support timely resolution and internal review
- Collaborated with stakeholders and vendors to document policy updates and inform benefit-related communication materials
- Contributed to transparency and process quality by synthesizing feedback, supporting reporting needs, and refining documentation standards
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (PHARMACOLOGY)
Memorial University, School of Pharmacy
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Exam supervision & academic integrity support.
- Student attendance tracking & engagement monitoring.
- Group facilitation & collaborative learning.
- Assessment coordination via D2L platform.
- Instructional support & classroom interaction enhancement.
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (EPIDEMIOLOGY I)
Memorial University, Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Academic assessment supervision & exam facilitation.
- Student participation monitoring & engagement strategy support.
- Research-focused group discussions & critical thinking facilitation.
- Data-informed assessment support via D2L learning system.
- Instructional delivery enhancement in health sciences context.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Assembled prescription drop-offs and pickups; verified and processed patient information accurately.
- Billed patient prescriptions to insurance providers and resolved billing issues in coordination with pharmacists.
- Maintained prescription records, processed transactions, and ensured privacy compliance in handling sensitive health information.
- Conducted monthly inventory counts of narcotic medications and placed orders for out-of-stock items with vendors.
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER
Family Health International (FHI-360)
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided technical support for AMR-related research projects by conducting literature reviews, extracting and validating data, and preparing evidence summaries for internal and stakeholder reporting
- Contributed to drafting research manuscripts, technical reports, and donor documentation, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to quality standards
- Acted as a secondary writer and content contributor for multi-partner reports and policy briefing documents developed under the Fleming Fund initiative
- Maintained detailed records of project meetings, decisions, action items, and stakeholder communications for program tracking and accountability
- Supported national drug resistance and surveillance committee meetings by preparing technical materials, taking minutes, and documenting expert inputs for strategic planning
- Ensured structured communication between implementing partners and the Ministry of Health, enabling transparent data sharing and alignment with national guidelines
- Contributed to institutional efforts to improve reporting processes and knowledge translation mechanisms for data-informed health policy decisions
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
World Health Organization (WHO)
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Supported disease surveillance reporting by extracting, validating, and summarizing epidemiological data for national dashboards and technical briefs
- Drafted situation reports and contributed to the preparation and editing of outbreak intelligence summaries used in policy briefings and operational planning
- Maintained structured records of coordination meetings with health authorities and partner organizations, documenting decisions and technical actions
- Provided technical and administrative support to surveillance teams by ensuring accurate communication and tracking of field updates
- Participated in system audits and contributed to the review and improvement of data reporting templates to support data quality and consistency
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER
Possible Health-Nepal
02.2018 - 05.2020
- Supported health systems research and program reviews by conducting literature reviews, synthesizing data, and summarizing findings for internal and donor reports
- Assisted in drafting and editing technical documents, training materials, and evaluation reports for primary healthcare interventions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate collection, validation, and analysis of field-level health data
- Maintained detailed records of stakeholder meetings, including minutes, decision logs, and action tracking, to support coordinated program management
- Provided logistical and administrative support for training sessions and collaborative workshops involving healthcare workers and implementing partners
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by compiling field feedback, identifying system gaps, and documenting lessons learned to guide future programming
- Facilitated communication between community-based health teams, technical advisors, and policy stakeholders to support evidence-based decision-making
DATA MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT OFFICER
Médecins du Monde-France
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported enhancements to early warning and data reporting systems to improve outbreak detection and response readiness.
- Delivered training on routine health data reporting procedures, ensuring adherence to compliance and documentation standards.
- Conducted detailed analysis of health data to support policy development and system rule assessments.
- Prepared and validated data reports for internal use and stakeholder distribution, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Provided administrative and technical support for public health program monitoring at the district level.
- Reviewed health data systems, identified gaps, and recommended improvements to strengthen data integrity and reporting functions.
Education
Master of Science - Medicine(Community Health)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, Newfoundland And Labrador 09.2022 - 04.2025
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
Pokhara University
Kathmandu,Nepal 06.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Pokhara University
Kathmandu,Nepal 09.2012 - 11.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy
Technical Education And Vocational Councial
Kathmandu,Nepal 08.2007 - 08.2010
Skills
- Literature Review, Data Extraction & Summarization
- Scientific Writing, Editing & Technical Reporting
- Stakeholder Communication & Committee Support
- Knowledge of Canadian Healthcare Systems & Policies
- Data Analysis & Interpretation (SAS, SPSS, Excel, R)
- Project Coordination & Documentation Management
Accomplishments
- Published 10+ global health research articles in peer-reviewed international journals, demonstrating strong skills in data analysis, reporting, and health information dissemination(Link:https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5488-6300).
- Implemented a digital data collection system, achieving 100% compliance in antimicrobial reporting and improving data accuracy and timeliness
- Led and supervised a multidisciplinary team of 10 in data collection and reporting activities, strengthening project monitoring and administrative efficiency
- Supported the development of Nepal’s National Antimicrobial Policy by synthesizing research data and facilitating cross-sectoral stakeholder engagement
Certification
Certified Health Information Management Professional(CHIMA)
Interests
Awards/Scholarships
- Dr. Diana L. Gustafson travel award by Faculty of Medicine,Memorial University.
- Graduate Scholarship-Master of Science in Medicine Program, Memorial University, Canada
- Full scholarship for Masters in Healthcare Management Program, Pokhara University, Nepal
- Full scholarship for Bachelor of Public Health Program, Pokhara University, Nepal
Trainings
- Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Workshop, Health Research Council of Canada.
- Data Management, Report Writing and Publication training, Nepal Health Research Council.
- Advanced MS-Excel for AMR Data Management training, National Public Health Laboratory, Nepal.
- Various virtual training via Coursera, LinkedIn learning, and other platforms
Timeline
Certified Health Information Management Professional(CHIMA)
09-2025
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (PHARMACOLOGY)
Memorial University, School of Pharmacy
01.2024 - 04.2024
GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT (EPIDEMIOLOGY I)
Memorial University, Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences
09.2023 - 12.2023
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2022 - 09.2023
Master of Science - Medicine(Community Health)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2022 - 04.2025
HEALTH AND DENTAL COORDINATOR
Memorial University, Graduate Student Union (GSUMUN)
09.2022 - 04.2025
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER
Family Health International (FHI-360)
02.2021 - 08.2022
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
World Health Organization (WHO)
05.2020 - 02.2021
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
Pokhara University
06.2019 - 06.2022
MONITORING AND EVALUATION OFFICER
Possible Health-Nepal
02.2018 - 05.2020
DATA MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT OFFICER
Médecins du Monde-France
02.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Pokhara University
09.2012 - 11.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy
Technical Education And Vocational Councial
08.2007 - 08.2010
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