Dr. Swati Sahai is a highly dedicated Medical Microbiologist with more than 9 years of professional experience, encompassing clinical microbiology, medical teaching, and research. She has served as a medical microbiologist and faculty member and is currently an MUHS-approved faculty at MIMER Medical College, Pune. Her expertise spans Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Infection Prevention & Control (IPC), Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS), and Medical Education.

Clinical, Teaching & Research Expertise

Dr. Sahai has 7 years of clinical experience in tertiary care settings and 2+ years of teaching experience, actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. She has led and contributed to multiple institutional and multicentric research projects, including innovative work on biofilms, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), nanotechnology-based interventions, hospital-acquired infections, biomedical waste management, and medical education research.

Research Contributions & Publications

She has an impressive record of 20 publications in indexed national and international journals, reflecting sustained scholarly productivity and impact. Her research focuses on AMR, biofilm-forming pathogens, infection control practices, and translational microbiology, addressing critical public health challenges.

Presentations, Conferences & Academic Engagement

Dr. Sahai has delivered scientific presentations at national platforms and actively participated in 21 national and international conferences across India and the Middle East. Additionally, she has attended 270+ CMEs, workshops, trainings, and certificate courses, including programs from Harvard Medical School, Stanford University School of Medicine, AIIMS, JIPMER, CAHO, and MELAP, demonstrating continuous professional development.

Certifications & Professional Memberships

She holds 40+ professional certifications, including:

• Hospital Infection Control

• Antimicrobial Stewardship

• Infectious Diseases

• ISO 15189:2022 Internal Auditor

• NABH

• Medical Writing & GenAI

• BCBR and Basic Course in Medical Education

Dr. Sahai is a Life Member of CAHO and the Indian Society of Medical Mycologists, reflecting her active engagement with professional bodies.

Eligibility for the Best Researcher Award

Based on her consistent research output, multidisciplinary projects, national and international academic engagement, leadership in infection control and AMR research, and contributions to medical education, Dr. Swati Sahai is highly eligible for the Best Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels. Her work demonstrates innovation, academic excellence, societal relevance, and sustained impact, fulfilling key criteria for prestigious research recognitions.