My journey towards public health began as an observer, from living near a slum where decent hygiene and safe water supply could only be a blessing for a few, to witnessing the working of the world's largest immunization and preventive health care programs. I was born in Agra, India amidst political and religious turmoil, thus my family was forced to relocate to a stable and safe environment. Being raised in a country, which is constantly being challenged by healthcare delivery concerns, my endeavor to work towards developing an equitable and affordable healthcare system is natural.
The choice to work in public health was no coincidence. Starting from my first year in college I continued to volunteer for the bi-annual Pulse Polio Immunization Program for three consequent years. I was assigned the task of covering nearly 200 households in the slums of Chandigarh on foot, knocking door-to-door ensuring that the children under the age of five had been vaccinated. The assurance that my humble efforts contributed towards saving the children from a life of disability propelled me to work towards this cause. I could make a difference; benefit a few if not millions. Consequently, my life's calling came strong, heeding a wise man's advice to work in a sphere, which brings the greatest job satisfaction. …show more content…
My coursework at Yale University has been a supplement to my experience. Due to the nature of my track and my interests I have been pursuing courses such as Cost-Effective Analysis, Health Politics, Governance and Policy, Advance Business analytics and Health Care Strategy. These courses have accorded a new perspective when addressing concerns in a dynamic healthcare delivery
The choice to work in public health was no coincidence. Starting from my first year in college I continued to volunteer for the bi-annual Pulse Polio Immunization Program for three consequent years. I was assigned the task of covering nearly 200 households in the slums of Chandigarh on foot, knocking door-to-door ensuring that the children under the age of five had been vaccinated. The assurance that my humble efforts contributed towards saving the children from a life of disability propelled me to work towards this cause. I could make a difference; benefit a few if not millions. Consequently, my life's calling came strong, heeding a wise man's advice to work in a sphere, which brings the greatest job satisfaction. …show more content…
My coursework at Yale University has been a supplement to my experience. Due to the nature of my track and my interests I have been pursuing courses such as Cost-Effective Analysis, Health Politics, Governance and Policy, Advance Business analytics and Health Care Strategy. These courses have accorded a new perspective when addressing concerns in a dynamic healthcare delivery