Dr. Sneha Patnaik

Assistant Professor I

Dr. Sneha Patnaik is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health at KIIT University, with expertise in epidemiology, health systems, and cancer nutrition research. She holds an MBBS, a Master’s in Public Health, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Healthcare Administration. At KIIT, she teaches courses in Health Policy, Environmental and Occupational Health, and Research Methods, and also serves as the Faculty-in-Charge of Student Affairs. Dr. Patnaik’s research focuses on geriatric health, head and neck cancer outcomes and public health challenges in low- and middle-income countries. She is committed to strengthening public health training, mentoring students, and advancing evidence-informed policymaking.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

MPH from University of Sheffield

COURSE EXPERTISE

Research Methods, Epidemiology, Health Promotion

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Cancer studies, Palliative care, Mental health and Geriatric care

Administrative Responsibilities

Faculty in charge for Student Affairs, Tutor-Mentor co-ordinator

Awards and Achievements

Awarded with the Ministry of Education scholarship by Taiwan govt.(R.O.C) for pursuing Doctoral degree in Healthcare Administration