Risha Nahar Lulla, PhD Cgc
About Risha Nahar Lulla, PhD Cgc
Risha Nahar Lulla, PhD Cgc, is an experienced International Key Clients Manager in Customer Success, currently working at Pierian in Hyderabad. With over 15 years in the field of molecular genetics, she has held various roles in esteemed organizations, including IBM Watson Health and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital.
Current Role at PierianDx
Risha Nahar Lulla serves as the International Key Clients Manager in Customer Success at PierianDx since 2021. In this role, she focuses on managing relationships with key international clients and ensuring successful implementation of genomic solutions. Her responsibilities include consulting on clinical adoption strategies and supporting clients in utilizing Pierian's Clinical Genomics Workspace.
Previous Experience in Genomics
Prior to her current position, Risha worked at IBM Watson Health as a Genomics Clinical Adoption Specialist from 2018 to 2020. She was part of the Client Experience Team, where she contributed to the adoption of cloud-based clinical decision support tools in genomics. Risha also held roles at the Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, where she worked as a Genetic Counsellor, Medical Geneticist, and Molecular Geneticist.
Educational Background and Certifications
Risha Nahar Lulla has an extensive educational background in genetics and genomics. She earned her Ph.D. in Medical/Human Genetics from Sir Ganga Ram Hospital from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Medical Genetics from The University of Glasgow and has completed various certifications, including Understanding Cancer Metastasis from The Johns Hopkins University and Genomics for Law from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Expertise in Pharmacogenomics
Risha is recognized as a subject matter expert in pharmacogenomics, providing insights into how genetic variations affect individual responses to medications. Her expertise extends to consulting on personal genomics testing, particularly in direct-to-consumer offerings. She has over 15 years of experience as a trained molecular geneticist, contributing significantly to the field.
Accolades and Recommendations
Throughout her career, Risha Nahar Lulla has received numerous accolades and recommendations from counselees and colleagues. These recognitions highlight her impact in the field of genetics and her commitment to advancing genomic medicine. Her work has been influential in improving client experiences and outcomes in various healthcare settings.