Dr. Soumya N
Assistant Professor
Academic Qualifications: MBBS, MD
| SL NO | Degree | Specialization | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MBBS | - | Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences, Hassan | 2014 |
| 2 | MD | Biochemistry | ESICMC & PGIMSR, Rajajinagar, Bangalore | 2021 |
Membership
- Life member of Association of Medical Biochemists of India
- Lifetime member of Foundation for quality India (FQI)
- Life member of Association of Medical Biochemists Karnataka Chapter
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
- Trained in all aspects of M.D Biochemistry as per the syllabus prescribed by National Medical Commission of India, especially in Clinical Biochemistry lab (quality control aspects, experience of working with dry chemistry auto analyzers, HPLC & CLIA instruments) and micro teaching (pedagogy)
- Technical Manager at Central Diagnostics Laboratory Services, RLJH & RC
- Cultural Convener, SDUMC
- International Lead Assessor as per ISO 15189:2022 by AERSSC and Foundation for Quality India from 18th to 22nd June 2025
- Yellow belt in six sigma and lean management as per ISO 9001:2015
- International Lead Auditors and Laboratory quality management system as per ISO 15189-2022 from 10th to 11th December 2024, by Foundation for Quality India
- Basic Course in Medical Education conducted at SDUMC, Kolar from 7th to 9th May 2024 under regional center, M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore.
- International Lead Auditors and Laboratory quality management system as per ISO 15189-2012 and ISO/IEC 19011 from 5th to 8th March 2022 by Foundation for Quality India
- Course on NIeCer 103: Scientific Writing in Health Research by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology
- Course on Introduction to Systematic Reviews for Dental Health Professionals by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology
- Basic Course in Biomedical Research (BCBR) course by NPTEL/ICMR
- Course on Good clinical practice on 06.06.2022 (NIDA clinical trials network)
- Attended and organized workshops in Research Methodology, GCP, GLP, IPR, IIC
| Type/ Nature | Name of the Association |
|---|---|
| Life Member | Association of Medical Biochemists India(AMBI) |
| Life Member | Association of Medical Biochemists Karnataka Chapter (AMBKC) |
| Life Member | Indian Medical Association, Kolar (IMA) |
| Life Member | Foundation Quality India, Bangalore |
COMPLETED COURSES
- International Lead Auditors and Laboratory quality management system as per ISO 15189-2012 and ISO/IEC 19011 from 5th to 8th march 2022 by Foundation for quality india
- International Lead Auditors and Laboratory quality management system as per ISO 15189-2022 from 10th to 11th December 2024 by Foundation for quality India
- Basic Course in Medical Education from 7th May to 9th May
- Course on NIeCer 103: Scientific Writing in Health Research by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology
- Course on Introduction to Systematic Reviews for Dental Health Professionals by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology
- Basic Course in Biomedical Research (BCBR) course by NPTEL/ICMR
- Course on Good clinical practice on 06.06.2022 (NIDA clinical trials network)
- Good Clinical Practices including ICH-GCP & NDCT rules 2019
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
- Hands on training Molecular Biology Techniques at Department of Biochemistry and Multi-Disciplinary Research Unit, MMCRI, Mysuru on19th September 2019
- Workshop on Analytical Quality in Laboratory Medicine-Principles and practices at Department of Biochemistry Institute of Nephrourology, Victoria Hospital campus, Bangalore on 2nd Feb, 2019
- Workshop on Plasma Dyscrasia held on 12th December 2019 at Department of Biochemistry, Dayanand Medical College and hospital, Ludhiana Attended national workshop on advances in molecular genetics and primer designing on 14.03.2022
- 3 days National workshop on R-STATS 19th to 21st April 2022
- National workshop on ISO 15189:2012 standard organized by regional reference standard laboratory 14th to 16th May 2022
- Workshop on calibration & testing of flow meters and calculation of measurement uncertainity on 03.09.2022
- Intellectual property rights workshop (IPR) on 29.06.2022
- National workshop on GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE on 22nd June 2022
- Professional education event on HbA1c: methodology, standardization and current status of measurement on 13.07.2022
- Coaching: A tool to support the development of self-regulated learning skills in health professions learners on 12.12.2024
EXPERIENCE
- Worked as a Medical officer at PHC Lakkur, Kolar District
- Worked as NCD Medical Officer (Non-communicable Diseases) General Hospital Malur, Kolar.
- Joined Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College ( SDUMC), Kolar on 21.02.2022
- Post graduate ( MD Biochemistry ) of ESICMC & PGIMSR, Rajajinagar, Bangalore
| S.No. | Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ESICMC & PGIMSR, Rajajinagar, Bangalore | PG Cum Tutor | Teaching Undergraduates Clinical Biochemist, Research Activities | May 25th 2018 to 7 th December 2021 |
| 2 | SDUMC | Senior Resident | Teaching M.B.B.S, Post graduates & Paramedical students. Administrative work, Research Activities and working in NABL accredited lab towards quality patient care and Research activities | 2022-2023 |
| 3 | SDUMC | Assistant Professor | Teaching M.B.B.S, Post graduates & Paramedical students. Administrative work, Research Activities and working in NABL accredited lab towards quality patient care and Research activities | September 2023 to till date |
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teaching & Mentoring: Actively involved in teaching Biochemistry to 1st year MBBS undergraduate students and MD postgraduates, demonstrating adeptness with the CBME curriculum. Serve as a Teacher Guardian, providing mentorship and professional development to students as a role model, teacher, and counselor.
- Curriculum & Accreditation: Member of the Preclinical Board of Studies (BOS) and the NMC Peer Team. Spearhead departmental initiatives as Criterion V, Library & Museum Incharge, contributing to academic quality and infrastructure.
- Research & Development: Conduct research work and am actively involved in guiding students. Serve as a Research and Development Core Committee member and a University Research Advisory Board member.
- Event Coordination: Organize various academic and professional events, including webinars, Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs, Foundation Courses, and White Coat Ceremonies, National and international conferences and Quiz competition
- Laboratory Operations & Quality Control: Function as Technical Manager, CDLS, RLJH & RC, and Lab Incharge in an NABL accredited lab, demonstrating strong dedication to patient care.
- Quality Assurance & Compliance: Experienced internal auditor for NABL (ISO 15189:2022). Actively participate in NABL accreditation processes, including preparing SOPs and manuals.
- Workflow & Validation: Monitor lab workflow, report and validate patient sample reports, and manage Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assurance Scheme (EQAS).
- Clinical Expertise: Proficient in working with modern clinical chemistry laboratory instruments to solve patients' diagnostic problems.
RESEARCH
SDUAHER Projects
| Name of project | List of Researchers | Ongoing / Completed | Funded / Non funded | Funding agency | Funds sanctioned |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparative study of integrated yoga versus comprehensive exercise program on various metabolic parameters in obese individuals SDUAHER/KLR/R&D/CE C/F/F/15/2024-25 | Dr Mamathashree C Mr. Naveen Kumar Mrs. Sunitha L Dr. Soumya N Dr. Komal Sanjay Jog Dr Aravind Natarajan Dr Jagadeesh M | Ongoing | Funded | SDUAHER | 5,06,400.00 |
| “Jigsaw versus Traditional teaching method for delivering aligned and integrated topics (AITO) among final year MBBS students- parallels open randomized interventional study” SDUAHER/KLR/R&D/CE C/F/NF/33/2024-25 | Dr Mamathashree C Dr. Sudha Reddy Dr. Soumya N Dr. Komal Sanjay Jog Dr. Ujval | Ongoing | Funded | SDUAHER | Non-Funded |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
- Clinical Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Biology
- Laboratory Total Quality Management
- Nutritional Biochemistry
- Medical Education
ONGOING PROJECTS
| Sl. No. | Project title with Institution Ethics Committee | Principal Investigator | Co- Investigators |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Retrospective analysis of quality indicators in clinical biochemistry laboratory of rural tertiary care hospital No. DMC/KLR/IEC/339/2022-23 | Dr. Soumya N | Dr. Shashidhar K N Dr. Harish R |
| 2 | Precision in practice: Implementing objective structured practical examination for robust assessment in medical biochemistry SDUMC/KLR/IEC/547/2023-24 | Dr. Soumya N | Dr. Prabhavathi K |
PUBLICATIONS
| Title of article | Name of journal | Year of publication | List of authors |
|---|---|---|---|
| A comparative study of serum electrolytes, calcium and phosphorus levels in end stage renal disease patients undergoing hemodialysis | IJCBR | 2021 | Dr. Soumya N Dr. Pratibha K |
| Oxidized Low-Density Lipoprotein and its Atherogenic Potential | International Journal of Biomedicine | 2022 | Dr. Harish R Dr. Shashidhar K N Dr. Soumya N |
ONGOING PROJECTS
- Jigsaw versus Traditional teaching method for delivering aligned and integrated topics (AITO) among final year MBBS students- parallels open randomized interventional study
- Comparative study of integrated yoga versus comprehensive exercise program on various metabolic parameters in obese individuals
STUDENT PROJECTS
- Correlation of serum ferritin and IL-6 with TyG index and HOMA-IR in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Evaluating Fluoride Awareness and Practices among students in a Fluorosis Endemic Area
OTHERS
- Won second prize in Quiz competition at the International Conference on Health
- Professional Education (ICHPE) held 14th December 2024
STUDENT PROJECTS
Guide: Student Research Projects (STS-ICMR): 03 Applied
| Sl. No | Project title with Institution Ethics Committee (IEC) no. | Student | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Correlation of serum ferritin and IL-6 with TyG index and HOMA-IR in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus STS2023-01171 | Mr. Monish R N | Dr. Soumya N |
| 2 | "Evaluating Fluoride Awareness and Practices among students in a Fluorosis Endemic Area" STS2024-00631 | Mr. Hayyan Pasha | Dr. Soumya N |
| 3 | Therapeutic Potential of Music: A Study on Self-Administered Stress Relief among First-Year Medical Students STS2025-18408 | Ms. Priyanka Hari | Dr. Soumya N |