Rupika Srivastava - MPH, CPH, BDS

• Support translational research workflow and preclinical research by organizing data collection, reviewing datasets, and preparing summaries for team decisions. • Focused on immune-modulating small molecules for Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in neonates. • Conducting comprehensive literature reviews and needs assessments to support the scientific rationale, preclinical data summaries, and regulatory submissions. • Supporting Investigational New Drug (IND) preparation by organizing preclinical study data, reviewing background research, and assisting with the compilation of regulatory documentation for FDA submission.

1. Monitored and assessed data quality by performing redaction and deidentification of sensitive maternal death records, including medical files, autopsies, and investigative reports, ensuring compliance with IRB and HIPAA guidelines. 2. Managed data integrity and accuracy in the CDC’s Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA) system, facilitating quality data management and supporting the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee. 3. Collaborated with Dr. Amy Raines-Milenkov and cross-functional teams at DSHS to ensure adherence to program guidelines, enhancing compliance with maternal mortality case reviews. 4. Reviewed and evaluated maternal morbidity and mortality cases to maintain high standards of data quality and compliance, utilizing quality assurance protocols and quality scorecards for consistent reporting. 5. Communicated findings and progress to the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force, effectively maintaining transparency and contributing to informed decision-making. 6. Identified data trends and historical patterns related to pregnancy-related deaths, enabling strategic initiatives for reducing maternal morbidity and mortality in Texas. 7. Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols using MS Excel to enhance data management efficiency and accuracy. 8. Trained and guided team members in data entry and redaction procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance with data quality standards.

1. Streamlined the maintenance of a comprehensive database containing member contact records, achieving a high accuracy rate and enhancing communication efficiency across departments. 2. Facilitated seamless participant access to the facility by efficiently managing over 300 check-out/check-in transactions weekly, resulting in increased customer satisfaction. 3. Managed an inventory of gaming equipment, implementing an organized tracking system and improved equipment availability for programming events. 4. Collaborated with the Office of Care and Civility to develop and execute wellness programs attended by more than 200 participants annually, which contributed to a noticeable increase in member engagement levels. 5. Enforced safety policies across all fitness areas for over 50 participants daily, leading to a reduction in safety incidents through proactive monitoring and intervention strategies.

• Analyzed community health and housing datasets using SAS, R, Excel, and Tableau to identify inequities among low-income, underserved, and homeless populations. • Built dashboards and analytical workflows to visualize housing stability and chronic disease risks for leadership and cross-agency partners. • Developed data briefs and presentations that turned complex findings into clear insights supporting HUD reporting and program evaluation. • Evaluated the Continuum of Care program and identified barriers in the homelessness-prevention application process, leading to actionable quality-improvement recommendations. • Updated communication and outreach materials to strengthen engagement and improve participant experience across community programs. • Collaborated with community partners and health institutions to gather data, review housing conditions, and support evidence-based planning and compliance monitoring.

1. Liaised interdisciplinary communication among the medical team, lab technicians, and staff to ensure successful patient enrollment. 2. Coordinated care delivery and managed documentation for 300+ patients; scheduled follow-ups, generated test requisitions, and updated medical records, collected biospecimens and performed phlebotomy; ensured proper labeling, cold-chain storage, and infection control compliance. 3. Captured vitals, assessed procedure eligibility, and supported informed consent documentation and clinical reporting. 4. Conducted patient screenings and provided referrals for behavioral health and anxiety management; liaised with pharmacists and lab staff to manage supplies and biospecimen processing; monitored daily temperature logs.

• Coordinated mobile COVID-19 testing and surveillance activities across high-risk zones, supporting case detection, outbreak monitoring, and frontline response efforts. • Collected, verified, and reported testing data to local health authorities, ensuring timely, accurate surveillance reporting for daily epidemiologic assessments. • Trained clinical staff on biosafety, PPE use, and specimen-handling procedures, strengthening infection-control compliance and reducing protocol deviations. • Monitored testing trends, identified operational gaps, and ensured adherence to infection-prevention guidelines and public health reporting standards. • Maintained accurate records on biospecimen handling, testing workflows, and exposure risks, supporting hospital-level surveillance and decision-making.

1. Conducted over 150 individual and group counseling sessions, successfully educating patients on the harmful effects of tobacco use, increasing participants initiating cessation plans within three months. 2. Assessed patients' tobacco dependence levels through comprehensive nicotine dependence tests, tailored cessation plans based on their readiness to quit, and recommended pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for cessation. 3. Organized tobacco cessation awareness camps and workshops with local health authorities, delivered educational talks on tobacco-related diseases and prevention strategies, and developed/distributed health education materials on tobacco risks and cessation methods.

1. Conducted monthly outreach visits to a rural community, educating over 300 residents on essential oral health practices and nutrition, resulting in increased community engagement in health initiatives over the year. 2. Administered comprehensive health screenings for 150 pregnant women and school children, including blood pressure checks and BMI assessments, contributing to improved early detection rates of potential health issues. 3. Developed and delivered educational sessions on preventive care to diverse populations within the community. 4. Delivered and coordinated comprehensive health treatments across 9 departments to over 500 patients and improved community oral health within one year. 5. Conducted literature reviews that informed research on infection prevention and oral health practices, in the effectiveness of community health programs.