Athira Kumaran

I am a qualified dentist from India currently pursuing an MSc in Healthcare Management in the UK. I have worked as a Junior Dentist in a busy clinical setting, gaining experience in patient care, oral health education, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Alongside my healthcare background, I worked as a Sales Executive at Nandalala Enterprises. In this hair exporting company, I managed international clients, developed strong customer service and communication skills, and represented the company at global trade fairs and business events. My professional strengths include relationship building, consultative selling, cross-cultural networking, problem-solving, and organisational skills, which allow me to adapt and thrive in both healthcare and business environments.

Qualified Dentist from India and MSc Healthcare Management student in the UK with over four years of clinical experience and five years in sales and administration. Skilled in patient care, oral health education, customer service, and international client relations. Worked as a Junior Dentist in a clinical setting and as a Sales Executive at Nandalala Enterprises, where I managed global clients and represented the company at international trade fairs in Italy and Dubai. Strong communicator with proven ability in relationship building, consultative selling, cross-cultural networking, and organisational management, bringing a unique combination of healthcare expertise and business acumen.

As part of my ongoing MSc Healthcare Management at Edinburgh Napier University, I have studied a diverse range of modules that strengthened my understanding of both clinical and managerial aspects of healthcare. These include Managing Healthcare Resources, Clinical Governance and Improvement Practice, International Health and Social Care, Change Management in Healthcare, Effective Leadership in Contemporary Healthcare, and Exploring Evidence to Improve Practice. Through these modules, I have developed strong skills in strategic planning, resource optimisation, evidence-based practice, leadership, and organisational change management, equipping me to contribute effectively to healthcare systems and business environments that require both clinical insight and management expertise.