Aghina Pradeep

Background

About Aghina Pradeep

I’m an internationally trained dental specialist (India), now based in Canada, with a postgraduate degree (MDS) in Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Radiology, and a passion for bridging clinical practice with research and innovation.My core strengths lie in the diagnosis and management of head and neck conditions, including cancers, as well as TMJ disorders, orofacial pain, and maxillofacial radiology. I bring interdisciplinary exposure through clinical internships in Emergency Medicine, ENT, General Surgery, Dermatology, and Head and Neck Oncology.Alongside clinical work, I have experience as a Clinical Data Analyst in oncology research, where I collected, validated, and curated complex clinical data from EMR/EHR systems and oncology databases. I ensured data quality and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, FDA, GCP) across projects focused on solid and hematologic cancers, particularly breast and lung cancer, supporting real-world data initiatives and advancing cancer research outcomes.Currently working in Preventive Oncology, Early Cancer Detection, and Oncology Research, I also hold an Advanced Diploma in Clinical Research (ICBio Institute of Clinical Research, India), WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification issued by AixSafety, IPAC - Reprocessing and IPAC - Core Competencies certifications issued by Infection Prevention and Control Canada (IPAC Canada), and a certification in GCP trials with investigational drugs and biologics (ICH focus). I also hold CPR, AED, and First Aid Certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Course by the National Health Care Provider Solutions (NHCPS), Las Vegas, Nevada. I am currently pursuing HARP certification to further enhance my clinical and imaging competencies within the Canadian healthcare landscape.I am committed to providing exceptional patient care and contributing to the advancement of the medical field through research, teaching, and community engagement.