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Sumath Kamalakannan

@sumathkamalakannan

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Board-certified pediatrician dedicated to improving child health outcomes.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to impact child health positively, focusing on underserved communities and promoting preventive care.

I am a board-certified pediatrician currently serving as a medical director and newborn hospitalist in a rural hospital. My recent experience includes working as a community pediatrician, where I provided comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents. I am committed to delivering outstanding service and care to children, ensuring safety measures are adhered to while striving for the highest standards of quality in pediatric healthcare.

Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles, including my current position as a medical director and previously as a school district physician. My passion for global health drives my interest in serving underserved populations, and I carry rich experience in this area. I have also been involved in various research projects, focusing on health outcomes and vaccine preferences, which have further enhanced my understanding of pediatric care in diverse settings.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Pediatrician Medical Director

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Fauquier Hospital

Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)

Currently serves as a medical director and newborn hospitalist, overseeing nursery and Level II NICU operations. Provides leadership in ensuring high standards of quality and safety in pediatric care.

Quality Assurance Leadership

Pediatrician

Guthrie Corning Centerway

Jan 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years 11 months)

Provided comprehensive primary care to infants, children, and adolescents in an outpatient setting within an underserved area. Focused on preventive health, early intervention, developmental assessments, and managing common pediatric conditions.

Primary Care Preventive Health Patient Care

Intern, Global Future Studies

The Millennium Project, American Council for the United Nati

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)

Analyzed global health trends by collecting news articles on disease outbreaks, case reports, and status reports from governments and international organizations. Contributed to research on future global health scenarios.

Global Health Research Data Analysis Trend Analysis International Organizations

International Admissions Liaison

St. John's University

Jan 2011 - Dec 2014 (3 years 11 months)

Liaised between prospective international students and overseas partners regarding admissions processes. Conducted orientation sessions and organized campaigns to attract and inform prospective students.

International Admissions Liaison Student Orientation Campaign Management Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Virginia Health Center

Residency, Pediatrics

Activities and societies: UVA Pediatric Global Health Leadership Track Scholar, UVA Pediatric Home Visit Program Leader

Completed a comprehensive Pediatric Residency program. Selected as a UVA Pediatric Global Health Leadership Track Scholar and served as a UVA Pediatric Home Visit Program Leader.

Medical School for International Health (MSIH), Ben-Gurion University

Doctor of Medicine, Medicine

Grade: Gold Humanism Honor Society, BGGH Scholar awardee

Activities and societies: MSIH Teaching Assistant for MS II students for Global Health project, MSIH Executive Member of Pediatric Interest Group, MSIH Representative of Global Health Working Group

Earned a Doctor of Medicine degree. Recognized as a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society and a Ben-Gurion Global Health (BGGH) Scholar awardee for outstanding academic achievements.

Public Health Foundation of India & SDG Academy

Certificate of Proficiency, Global Public Health

Grade: Distinction

Obtained a Certificate of Proficiency with Distinction in Global Public Health. This short course focused on key aspects of public health.

St. John’s University

Bachelor of Sciences, Biology, Social Work

Grade: Magna cum laude, Provost Scholar, Dean’s list 2010-2014, Gold Key nominee

Activities and societies: Undergraduate Research Assistant, conducted after-school programs, distributed food, and participated in Habitat for Humanity.

Graduated with a Bachelor of Sciences with Honors, magna cum laude, majoring in Biology and minoring in Social Work. Recognized as a Provost Scholar and consistently on the Dean’s list from 2010-2014.