Sadia Afreen’s work is at the intersection of healthcare and technology, and she is currently pursuing her MS in Health Informatics at Indiana University, Indianapolis. With a strong foundation in BS in Biotechnology from Osmania University, Sadia has rapidly expanded her expertise into health informatics and data science.
As a Data Research Scientist at Indiana University Health, Sadia leverages her skills in machine learning, natural language processing, and statistical analysis to drive improvements in healthcare outcomes. Her work involves handling complex EHR data, developing predictive models for critical health conditions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance clinical workflows.
Sadia’s academic pursuits are complemented by her role as a Data Science Research Assistant at the Purkayastha Lab of Health Innovation. Here, she applies advanced analytical techniques to address pressing healthcare challenges, from forecasting regional health trends to analyzing healthcare security breaches.
Her passion for education is evident in her position as a Biomedical Analytics Teaching Assistant at Indiana University, where she facilitates graduate-level courses and supports students in mastering complex analytical tools and concepts.
Sadia’s professional journey includes a stint as a Bio-Pharma Research Analyst at Rx Propellant in India, where she honed her skills in market analysis and strategic decision-making within the pharmaceutical industry. Her technical proficiency spans various programming languages, analytical tools, and healthcare-specific technologies. Sadia is adept at applying machine learning and statistical methods to extract meaningful insights from healthcare data. Sadia’s research interests are broad and impactful, focusing on machine learning applications in healthcare, biomedical analytics, the integration of mobile technology in healthcare systems, and innovative approaches to data visualization. Her work has been recognized in academic circles, with publications in respected conferences and journals such as ACM KDD and AMIA Symposium.
As a testament to her leadership and commitment to the field, Sadia has taken on roles such as the President of the Girl Gainz Health Club and serves as an Engineering and Technology Ambassador at Indiana University. She continues contributing to the academic community through her involvement in conferences, bootcamps, and collaborative research projects, including work with MIT. Sadia Afreen represents the next generation of health informatics professionals, combining technical acumen with a deep understanding of healthcare systems to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.