Dr. Leena R David, Communication in Leadership, Best Researcher Award

 Personal Data

• Name: Dr. Leena R David
• Date of Birth: 27 March 1985
• Place of Birth: Trivandrum, India
• Nationality: Indian 🇮🇳
• Contact Address: Dept. of Medical Diagnostic Imaging, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, 27272
• Tel (Mobile): 0505175653 📞
• Email: ldavid@sharjah.ac.ae 📧

Academic and Professional Particulars 🎓

Field of Specialization:

• Major: Medical Diagnostic Imaging
• Fine Field: Radiography

Academic Qualifications:

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D) in Medical Imaging, University of Salford, UK (2016-2020)
  • Dissertation: A qualitative study to critically explore the socioecological determinants influencing screening mammography uptake among Kerala migrant women in the United Arab Emirates.
• Master of Science (M. Sc) in Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal University, India (2009-2011)
  • Thesis: Comparative study between Conventional Radiography and Computed Radiography.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Services, Sikkim Manipal University, India (2008-2010)
  • Thesis: Job satisfaction of Radiographers in the Department of Radiology, Holy Cross Hospital, Kollam.
• Bachelor of Science (B. Sc) in Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal University, India (2005-2008)

Academic Honors and Awards:

• Distinction in BSc, Manipal University, India (2008) 🏅

Membership of Professional Bodies:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Advance HE, UK (Ref # PR202035) since 21.01.2022.
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK (Reg # RA77954) since 14.05.2018.
• Life membership of the Indian Association of Radiological Technologists (IART; Affiliated to ISRRT), Chandigarh, India (Reg # LM 2240) since 01.02.2012.

Language Proficiency:

• Malayalam (Native) 🗣️
• English (Advanced) 🗣️
• Hindi (Advanced) 🗣️
• Kannada (Professional) 🗣️
• Tamil (Professional) 🗣️

Career Details 💼

Academic Positions:

• Lecturer: Dept. of Medical Diagnostic Imaging, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah, UAE (Sep 2014 – Current)
• Adjunct Faculty: Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal College of Health Professions, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India (Oct 2022 – Current)
• Assistant Professor: Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal, India (Mar 2012 – Aug 2014)
• Coordinator and Lecturer: A.J Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India (Sep 2011 – Feb 2012)

Other Professional Positions:

• Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer: PNM Hospital, Trivandrum, India (July 2008 – Jun 2009)
• Radiologic Technologist Intern: Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum, India (Mar 2008 – Jun 2008)

Professional/Industrial Positions:

• Academic Advisor since 2014
• Clinical Supervisor since 2012
• Journal Reviewer since 2018
• Researcher since 2012

Administrative Positions Held:

• Coordinator, A.J Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India (Sep 2011 – Feb 2012).
• Clinical supervisor at Manipal University, India (Mar 2012 – Aug 2014).
• Coordinator of International Organization for Standardization (ISO), Manipal University, India (Mar 2012 – Aug 2014).
• Coordinator of Undergraduate students at Manipal University, India (Mar 2012 – Aug 2014).
• University Examinations Coordinator at Manipal University, India (Mar 2012 – Aug 2014).

Teaching 📚

Summary of Courses Taught:

• Current Theory Courses:
  • Patient Care & Management (1) Year 2 (Semester 3) [2014 – current]
  • Introduction to Health Sciences Year 1 (College elective) [2016 – current]
• Current Clinical Practice Courses/Lab:
  • Patient Care & Management (2) Year 2 (Semester 4) [Spring 23-24]
  • Skeletal Radiography CP Year 2 (Semester 4) [2014 – current]
  • Radiographic Technique CP Year 3 (Semester 5) [2014 – current]
  • Special Radiographic Technique CP Year 3 (Semester 6) [2014 – current]
  • Medical Imaging CP (1) Year 4 (Semester 7) [2014 – 2021]
  • Medical Imaging CP (2) Year 4 (Semester 8) [2014 – 2021]
• Previous Theory Courses:
  • Radiographic Techniques Year 3 (Semester 5) [2020]
  • CT & Angiography Year 4 (Semester 7) [2018]
  • Medical Imaging Equipment (2) Year 3 (Semester 6) [2016-2018]
  • Diagnostic Imaging Year 3 (Semester 6) [2015-2016]
  • Medical Imaging Equipment (1) Year 3 (Semester 5) [2015-2016]
  • Medical Imaging & Processing Year 3 (Semester 5) [2015-2016]
  • Seminar in MDI Year 3 (Semester 1) [2019]

Participation in Academic Accreditation:

• Program: BSc Medical Diagnostic Imaging, CHS, University of Sharjah
• Role: Department Member
• Institution: University of Sharjah
• Accreditation Body: Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE
• Period: 2020 – current

Research Students Supervised/Trained:

• Master students at Manipal University, India: 3

Participation in Thesis and Oral Examination Committees:

• UG Students at NITTE University, India & Manipal University, India: 3
• Master students at Manipal University, India: 3

Training/Continuous Professional Development:

1. Professional Diploma in Health Professions Education, University of Sharjah, UAE (2021-2023).
2. Certificate of Excellence in Research and Evaluation in Health Professions Education, University of Sharjah, UAE (Spring 22-23).
3. Certificate of Good Clinical Practice, National Institute of Drug Abuse Clinical Trials Network, United States (valid from Feb 2023 – Feb 2026).
4. Advance Certificate in Health Professions Education, University of Sharjah, UAE (Fall 20-21).
5. Certificate in Health Professions Education, University of Sharjah, UAE (Spring 18-19).
6. Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers, University of Sharjah, UAE (Mar 2019).
7. Certificate Course in Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Methodology, Manipal University, India (Aug 2012 – Jan 2013).

5. Research Interests 🔬

1. Artificial Intelligence & Medical Imaging 🤖
2. Breast Cancer & Medical Imaging 🎗️
3. Interprofessional Education 👩‍🏫
4. Osteoporosis & Medical Imaging 🦴
5. Patient Radiation Dose Monitoring 📊

Dr. Leena R David is a distinguished figure in the field of Medical Diagnostic Imaging, with a remarkable career spanning academia and professional practice. Her dedication to education, research, and clinical excellence has made her a leader in radiography and a valued member of the global medical community.

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