From Dental Chair to Corporate Ladder: Dr. Sankalp’s Journey

CAREER SNAPSHOT:

Education:

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS) Mangalore (2018)
• Masters of Business Administration, Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad (IMT-G) (2021)

Reason for switching:

• Interest in healthcare tech, better opportunities, and monies.

First Job Post Career Switch:

• Corporate strategy for drug commercialization business unit

Current Role:

• Health-tech sales and solutioning

From drilling teeth to crushing mountain marathons, Dr. Sankalp proves that life’s a marathon, not a sprint– unless you’re late for a board meeting!

Favorite Part About Corporates:

• Working with the best minds from across the globe

Dislikes about corporates:

• Misst treating patients at times

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Introduction

There’s a famous quote by Mark Twain that goes:

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from safe harbour, catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore, Dream, Discover.

Mark Twain said it and Dr. Sankalp ran to make it true.

His journey is a testament to how your journey towards being yourself begins the day you choose for yourself.

Dr. Sankalp’s path to success began early. In 2012, he was awarded high distinction in the Australian National Chemistry Quiz by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

Showcasing his academic prowess from a young age, this achievement was just the beginning of a series of accomplishments defining his multifaceted career.

After completing his BDS from MCODS, Mangalore in 2018, he knew he wanted to broaden his horizon and wasn’t ready to stop yet.

At MCODS, he demonstrated his commitment to social responsibility by completing 100 hours of Swacch Bharat Internship with the Government of India, covering villages in the Dakshin Kannada District.

From Healthcare to Corporate: A Bold Transition

Driven by his interest in healthcare technology and bigger dreams, Dr. Sankalp boldly decided to switch to the corporate world. With a hunger for growth, he pursued an MBA from IMT-G, graduating in 2021.

During his MBA, he served as a member of the Placement Committee, further honing his leadership and organizational skills. This strategic move opened doors to exciting new prospects in the healthcare sector.

Today, Dr. Sankalp thrives in health-tech sales and solutioning, where he gets to work with brilliant minds from across the globe – an aspect of corporate life he particularly enjoys.

His proficiency in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Malayalam allows him to communicate effectively with a diverse range of professionals and clients.

While he occasionally misses the patient interactions from his clinical days, Dr. Sankalp has found a new passion in the dynamic world of healthcare technology.

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Beyond the 9-to-5: Dr. Sankalp’s Passion for Adventure and Growth

But there’s more to Dr. Sankalp than his 9-to-5. Outside of work, he’s an aspiring athlete with dreams of becoming an Ironman.

His athletic skills stand out with 3rd place in the 2023 Bir 5000 ft Mountain Marathon and a runner-up finish in the 30km mountain marathon in Jwalaji, Himachal Pradesh.

He’s also an avid reader and a baker who loves to treat family and friends with his culinary creations. Dr. Sankalp’s story is one of continuous growth and self-improvement.

As he casually puts it,

I woke up one day and decided to become disciplined. I still can’t remember why!

This fun approach to self-development perfectly encapsulates his journey.

Conclusion

For those looking to transition from clinical dentistry to the corporate world, Dr. Sankalp offers guidance on How, When, and most importantly, Why to make the switch with confidence.

His diverse achievements in academics, athletics, and professional life stand as a testament to the power of pursuing passions and continuously pushing personal boundaries.