Epidemiologist  ·  Health Economist  ·  Consultant  ·  Pharmacist

Shikha
Shah

Evidence · Economics · Evaluation

Building and decoding healthcare innovation — from idea to real-world impact.

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Shikha Shah
Shikha Shah
Epidemiologist  ·  Health Economist  ·  USA
About Me

I speak both
p-values and pills

I’m a pharmacist, epidemiologist, and public health specialist with an MPH in Global Epidemiology from Emory University and a Pharmacy degree from Mumbai University.

I’ve driven data-driven health solutions across the US, Australia, and India — from real-world evidence research to chronic disease strategy at the CDC.

Currently seeking roles in pharmacoepidemiology, health economics, data analysis, health strategy, and consulting — dedicated to work that advances health equity and systemic change.

4+
Countries of Impact
5+
Years Experience
3+
Sectors Spanned
∞
Problems to Solve
Domains of Expertise

What I Do Best

I

Health Economics & HEOR

Cost-effectiveness modeling, resource allocation optimization, and HTA-adjacent analyses that inform coverage and reimbursement decisions.

II

Program & Policy Evaluation

Federal and nonprofit program evaluations, stakeholder-driven evidence synthesis, and implementation assessments.

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III

Epidemiology & Real-World Evidence

Observational study design, longitudinal data analysis, and population health analytics using administrative and clinical data.

IV

Global & Digital Health

Multi-country research coordination, eHealth intervention evaluation, and implementation science across diverse contexts.

V

Strategic Translation & Data Analysis

Transform technical findings into executive-ready narratives that inform leadership decisions and policy directions.

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The Thread

Clarity
over
Complexity

Sophisticated methods should serve communication, not the reverse. The best analysis is one that decision-makers can actually use.

Evidence without clarity is just noise. Rigor in the work. Clarity in the telling.

Career Timeline

A Journey Across Continents & Disciplines

2016 – 2020

Clinical & Systems Foundation

Bachelor of Pharmacy · Mumbai, India

Built strong clinical and health systems foundations, developing early interest in access, equity, and population-level impact.

2020 – 2022

Health Economics & Evidence Generation

HEOR & Real-World Evidence · India

Worked on cost-effectiveness, real-world evidence, and health technology assessments supporting access and portfolio decisions.

2022 – 2024

Population Health & Evaluation Training

MPH, Global Epidemiology · Emory University

Formal training in epidemiology, biostatistics, health economics, and program evaluation with applied global and humanitarian research.

2022 – 2025

Federal Public Health Evaluation

ORISE Fellow · CDC, United States

Led evaluation, performance monitoring, and data-driven decision support across prevention-focused federal programs.

2023 – Present

Global Research Leadership

Principal Investigator · Multi-Country eHealth Study

Independently funded research across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and India.

2025 – Present

Applied Evaluation & Systems Leadership

The Public Health Evangelist · United States

Leading performance improvement, evaluation, and data-driven strategy for public health and community-based clients.

Selected Work

Where Evidence Meets Impact

01

Data Visualization & Decision Support

Designed interactive dashboards to track funding flows, performance metrics, and access indicators across federal programs.

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02

Evaluation & Impact Reporting

Authored stakeholder-facing evaluation and impact reports synthesizing qualitative and quantitative evidence.

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03

Applied Systems Research

Led epidemiological and implementation-focused studies demonstrating strong study design and analytical rigor across multiple contexts.

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04

Publications & Research Design

Developed rigorous research protocols and evidence synthesis frameworks for peer-reviewed publication.

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How I Think

Principles That Guide My Practice

I.

Decisions require both evidence and judgment

Data informs, but context and values ultimately guide choices. I help leaders see both the numbers and the nuance.

II.

Economic trade-offs should be explicit, not implicit

Every decision has costs. Making them visible enables more honest, equitable, and sustainable choices.

III.

Implementation context matters as much as outcomes

Efficacy studies tell part of the story. Understanding feasibility, adoption, and sustainability completes the picture.

IV.

Clarity beats complexity

Sophisticated methods serve communication, not the reverse. The best analysis is one that decision-makers can actually use.

Endorsements

What Others Say About Working With Me

“Shikha excels in cultural competence — a unique ability to engage with diverse communities. Her empathetic approach and commitment to inclusivity made her an essential asset to our team.”

Former Associate Director · CDC

“What truly sets Shikha apart is her eagerness to learn and continuously expand her skill set. She consistently went above and beyond — diving deeper into data analysis, refining methodologies, leveraging new tools.”

National Lead, Cancer Prevention · CDC

“She quickly became an invaluable team member. Her ability to grasp complex concepts quickly and contribute meaningful insights made a real impact. She took full ownership and delivered exceptional results.”

Manager · Market Access Consulting
Coming Soon

The Health Orbit Podcast

A podcast sharing real stories of healthcare builders — how they identify problems, navigate complex systems, and create solutions that drive both health and economic impact.

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Let’s Build Something
That Matters

Open to consulting engagements, research collaborations, and applied economics roles across public health, global health, and health technology consulting.

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P.S. — I’m equally comfortable skydiving and debating Harry Potter theories. Evidence-based decisions, always.