209: From Microbiology to Infectious and Chronic Disease Surveillance with Tarjani Vaidya, MPH, MS

Interview with Tarjani Vaidya, MPH, MS

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Highlights from this episode:

Data analytics is crucial in improving population health by tracking the spread of diseases and allocating resources effectively.
Bridging information gaps between different data sets is essential for comprehensive data analysis.
AI and machine learning analyze large data sets for better health insights.
Finding a mentor aligned with your goals is key to success.
Skills in data analytics and management are vital for public health consulting.

Episode 209 of Public Health Careers

Tarjani is a self employed Public Health Consultant and Public Health Data Scientist. She is also a Senior Public Health Consultant with Amaka Consulting and Evaluation Services.

She is an experienced Public health Researcher and Consultant with a track record of contributing to impactful projects in quantitative research, data management, and epidemiological public health initiatives. Skilled in coordinating with stakeholders, conducting independent research, and optimizing research outcomes.

She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and a Master of Science in Biotechnology at Gujarat University. Tarjani also obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from Sir L. A. Shah Law College and interned at H K Acharya & Company as an Intellectual Property Intern. During this period, she held roles in academia, including Senior Lecturer and Lab Instructor for seven months and later as an Adjunct Assistant Professor.

She then conferred a Master of Science in Molecular Medicine at University of South Florida where she worked as an Assistant Health Data Informatician at Morsani College of Medicine. Following this, Tarjani pursued a Master of Public Health at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler. During her time there, she gained valuable experience through various roles, including Healthcare Data Analyst Intern, Assistant Project Coordinator, Public Health Intern, and Assistant Public Health Analyst. Tarjani served as a Senior Public Health Fellow at the AI for Good Foundation.