Parag Paradkar
About Parag Paradkar
Parag Paradkar is an Implementation Specialist Intern at ACTO, with a background in both clinical and health informatics. He has experience in digital health tools and has worked in various roles, including as a Senior Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Customer Service Representative.
Work at ACTO
Parag Paradkar currently serves as an Implementation Specialist Intern at ACTO, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the integration and application of digital health tools, contributing to the company's initiatives in health informatics. His experience in this area aligns with ACTO's mission to enhance healthcare delivery through innovative technology.
Previous Experience in Customer Service
Prior to his current role, Paradkar worked as a Customer Service Representative at Millennium 1 Solutions for three months in 2021 in Toronto, Ontario. He also held a similar position at Pacific Consultancy Services from 2020 to 2021, where he worked for three months in Mississauga, Ontario. These roles provided him with foundational skills in customer interaction and service management.
Clinical Background in Orthopedic Surgery
Before transitioning to health informatics, Paradkar spent four years as a Senior Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery at Starcare Hospital in Muscat, Oman, from 2016 to 2020. This clinical experience allowed him to develop a deep understanding of patient care and surgical procedures, which complements his informatics expertise.
Education and Expertise
Parag Paradkar holds multiple postgraduate degrees. He completed an Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program at Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences from 2007 to 2009. He later studied Health Informatics at George Brown College, earning another postgraduate degree from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he obtained his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences from 1999 to 2005. This educational background equips him with a unique blend of clinical and informatics knowledge.
Skills in Health Informatics
Paradkar possesses analytical skills that are essential for roles in Health Informatics, Business Analysis, and health project management. His experience with digital health tools is a key area of expertise, allowing him to effectively contribute to projects aimed at improving healthcare systems and patient outcomes.