Simisola Odimayo

I am Simisola Odimayo, and I am actively pursuing in the Health Technology sector. My educational journey includes an MSc in Health Technology, where I delved into AI, disease diagnosis, innovative healthcare technology, and rigorous research methods. I'm deeply passionate about applying data-driven insights to advance healthcare. With experience as a Frailty Specialist/MDT Pharmacist, I've honed my skills in data analysis, multidisciplinary collaboration, and strategic problem-solving. My commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion aligns seamlessly with the need for diverse perspectives in health technology assessments. I'm eager to contribute my expertise and drive to enhance healthcare decision-making through evidence-based analysis.

West Kent PrimaryCare                                                                                 Pembury, UK

Frailty Specialist/MDT Pharmacist                                                     June 2021 – August 2022

Managed Complex Patient Cases and Provided Strategic Medication Guidance with an Evidence-Based Approach:

• Managed patients with intricate, chronic illnesses within a multidisciplinary framework, utilizing evidence-based medicine principles to ensure their well-being.
• Conducted comprehensive medication reviews and delivered strategic, evidence-based guidance to patients and caregivers, demonstrating a commitment to optimizing treatment outcomes.

    Contributed Actively to Multidisciplinary Collaboration:

• Actively participated in regular multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, offering expert insights and advice to clinicians on medicine-related inquiries.
• Facilitated seamless decision-making within the healthcare team, fostering a culture of proactive collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Data-Driven Problem Solver and Presenter:

• Applied advanced business intelligence strategies to analyze monthly data, identifying critical performance indicators and forecasting future trends.
• Presented insightful analytics to senior management and the Kent and Medway CCG, proactively offering potential solutions to service challenges.

Strategic Networking and Promotional Efforts:

• Successfully expanded patient referrals to the service by proactively networking with physiotherapists, social prescribers, and nurses across primary care networks (PCNs).
• During challenging lockdown periods, proactively devised promotional material such as engaging leaflets and impactful video advertisements to disseminate in surgeries, contributing to increased awareness and referrals.

Remarkable Performance and Cost Savings:

• Achieved a remarkable 55% increase in monthly patient referrals in March 2022 compared to the previous year, showcasing a proactive approach to service growth.
• Spearheaded PCNs, overseeing the care of 70 patients and executing 224 interventions, with a forward-thinking strategy predicting substantial savings of £4,773 in drug-related hospital admissions and £6,205 in annual savings across GP practices.

Recognized Excellence:

• Earned the prestigious "Employee of the Month" award in April 2022, reflecting a consistent dedication to outstanding performance and proactive problem-solving.

Waremoss Group                                                                                             Crawley, UK

Locum Pharmacist/Support Manager                                           Dec 2020- June 2021 

• Spearheaded the development of patient-centred care plans through close collaboration with patients and healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care.
• Led comprehensive staff training programs that not only adhered to the guidelines set by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPHC) but also remained in strict alignment with contemporary standards of practice and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated outstanding performance by consistently meeting Medicines Use Reviews (MUR), Flu Vaccination, and New Medicine Service (NMS) targets. Remarkably, I accomplished the annual target within just the initial four months of my employment.
• Initiated strategies that significantly increased both prescription items and patient foot traffic, contributing positively to the pharmacy's growth.
• Effectively managed the transition of store ownership and staff, seamlessly facilitating the transfer between managers. Furthermore, I identified training needs through systematic auditing and devised proactive solutions to enhance operational efficiency and staff competence.

University        University of the West of England                                           Sep 2022-Sep 2023

Degree

• MSc Health Technology

Relevant Academic Modules:

• AI and Computer Vision: Gained expertise in AI and computer vision, essential for evaluating healthcare technologies. Applied machine learning to real-world scenarios, honing data analysis skills crucial for HTA.
• Disease, Diagnosis, and Monitoring: Developed a deep understanding of disease management and diagnostic processes and explored the practical applications of technology in healthcare settings.
• Innovative Technology in Healthcare: Explored cutting-edge healthcare technologies, assessing their potential impact. Additionally, I developed marketed, and assessed a novel technology. This included determining the essential requirements for various technology readiness level stages, outlining strategies for marketing and funding, and planning the necessary clinical trials for our new business venture.
• Research Methods: Acquired strong research and analytical skills, fundamental for evaluating healthcare data. Acquired advanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data exploration techniques using SPSS software, performing descriptive and exploratory analyses of complex datasets. This proficiency emphasizes my data analysis skills, vital for evidence-based decision-making in HTA.
• Advanced AI, Computer Vision, and Cyber Security: Gained advanced knowledge in AI and data security, valuable for data analysis in HTA.
• Enterprise and Innovation: Cultivated strategic thinking and analysed market trends, vital for assessing healthcare technology market impact. Contributed to a start-up project, where I crafted and presented a comprehensive business plan, conducted needs analysis, formulated a market approach, and performed marketability analysis. This experience underscores my strategic thinking and business acumen, essential for assessing market impact in HTA.

Dissertation:

Conducted research on developing an SVM model for Alzheimer image classification and a USM model for Alzheimer's disease progression prediction, showcasing advanced data analysis and modelling capabilities crucial for evaluating healthcare technologies and predicting outcomes.

University        University of Brighton                                                          Sep 2014-Sep 2018

Degree

• MPharm Pharmacy