Profile Overview
Dr. Shital Ghogale
MBBS, MD ( Microbiology)
Associate Professor
shital.gogale@smcw.siu.edu.in
MMC-33557/08
14-9-2020
Research Publication
| Title / Topic | Role | Journal / Conference | Date / Year | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prevalence and Correlates of Bacterial Vaginosis among Women of Reproductive Age in Urban Slums: A Cross-sectional Study | Author | International Journal of Scientific Research Study 2022;11(2):15–17 | 2022 | Published |
| Intrinsic resistance: A non-negligible bacterial trait | Co-author | Annals of Medicine and Surgery 2022;78:103949 | 2022 | Published |
| Sero Survey of HIV, HBV, and HCV among Blood Donors in a Tertiary Care Hospital | Author | Global Journal of Research Analysis 2022;11(9):33–35 | 2022 | Published |
| Occurrence and Antimicrobial Resistance in Enterococcal Infections from Clinical Samples in a Tertiary Care Center | Co-author | International Journal of Medical Science in Clinical Research and Review 2023;6(6):1140–1145 | 2023 | Published |
| Occurrence of MDR, XDR, and PDR Gram-negative bacterial pathogens in a tertiary care hospital: An alarming scenario | Author | European Chemical Bulletin 2023;12(S3):3225–3229 | 2023 | Published |
| Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections among Health Care Assistants in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Cross-sectional Study | Co-author | Teikyo Medical Journal 2023;46(2):72–76 | 2023 | Published |
| A Case of Tuberculoma Brain in Association with Cupriavidus pauculus Infection: A Rare Coinfection | Author | Indian Journal of Applied Research 2023;13(5):44–46 | 2023 | Published |
| Unusual pathogen Pluralibacter gergoviae isolated from neonatal sepsis: A rare case report and literature review | Author | International Journal of Scientific Research 2024;13(1):55–57 | 2024 | Published |
| Synergistic Effect of Ceftazidime-Avibactam with Aztreonam on Carbapenemase-Positive Klebsiella pneumoniae (MBL+, NDM+): A Novel Strategy in Combating Resistance (Letter to the Editor) | Co-author | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research 2023;17(12):DC21–DC22 | 2023 | Published |
| An Innovative Laboratory Technique Showcasing the Synergy among Ceftazidime-Avibactam and Aztreonam in Combating Infections Caused by Enterobacterales Producing Metallo β-lactamases | Author | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research 2023;17(12):DC14–DC20 | 2023 | Published |
| Bloodstream infection profile of COVID-19 patients admitted to a tertiary care hospital in Western Maharashtra | Co-author | International Journal of Medical Microbiology and Tropical Diseases 2024;10(4):1–7 | 2024 | Published |
| Microbiological Profile and Susceptibility Pattern of Bacterial Blood Culture Isolates in COVID-19 Patients with Septicemia | Co-author | Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology 2024;18(2):987–994 | 2024 | Published |
| Advancing rapid diagnostics for bloodstream infections: A perspective on scattered light integrated collection technology | Author | Journal of Medical Microbiology 2025;74(3):001973 | 2025 | Published |
| Towards evidence-based strategies for Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia in prosthetic joint patients | Author | Infectious Diseases (London) 2025;57(6):588–589 | 2025 | Published |
| Comparative Analysis of Colistin Breakpoints in Carbapenemase-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae: A Study Using Automated Techniques and Broth Disk Elution Methods | Author / Presenter | SYMRESEARCH Conference | 2025 | Presented |
Clinical & Community Engagement
- Laboratory services
- Professional Education: Mentoring MBBS students and to disseminate the latest advancements in diagnostics and infectious disease management.
Leadership & Committees & Administrative Roles
- Quality Manager (QM)
- Direct responsibility for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (CAP, CLIA, ISO 15189).
- Process Improvement: Led continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives by managing non-conformances, conducting root cause analyses (RCA), and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Audit Management: Served as the primary liaison for internal and external audits and inspections, coordinating audit preparedness, managing the inspection process, and ensuring timely closure of deficiencies.
- Document Control: Oversaw creation, revision, approval, and distribution of standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality manuals, and related documentation.
- Team / Section Lead
- Supervised daily laboratory operations, staff performance, competency assessments, and workflow optimization for the designated laboratory section.
- Committee & Engagement Roles
- Website Committee Member: Participated in digital content review and updates to ensure accuracy, relevance, and adherence to institutional communication and branding standards.
Teaching & Mentoring Highlights
- As per allotment all the lectures taken.
- Mentoring of MBBS students regularly
Skills & Additional Competencies
- Core Technical & Diagnostic Skills
- Advanced Microbial Identification: Expertise in traditional diagnostic methods including selective media, biochemical tests, and serological techniques.
- Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST): Proficient in current AST methodologies such as disk diffusion, broth microdilution, and gradient strip methods.
- Infection Serology / Immunodiagnostics: Competent in performing and interpreting immunoassays including ELISA, lateral flow assays, and immunofluorescence for viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
- Quality Management & Regulatory Compliance: In-depth understanding of laboratory quality systems and regulatory frameworks including ISO, CLIA, CAP, and applicable local standards.
Extracurricular & Co-Curricular Activities
- Badminton runner up trophy at society level
Career Aspirations / Current Focus Areas
- overseeing all testing, quality assurance
- Becoming a recognized expert in a niche area like Mycology (Fungi), Virology, Parasitology, or Infection Prevention and Control.Academic/Research
- Becoming a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead grant-funded research on emerging pathogens, diagnostics, or antimicrobial resistance (AMR).