Faculty & Guest Lecturers
Post-Graduate Certificate Programme in Digital Health & Diploma Programme in Digital Health Course
Mr. Andrea Scammacca
Andrea Scammacca, Chief Operating Officer at B Medical Systems, oversees Production, Supply Chain, Quality, IT, and After-Sales functions. Since joining in December 2020 as Global Head of Supply Chain, he has driven global growth. With 20+ years of experience, including leadership roles at FANUC Corporation, he strengthens B Medical Systems’ position in medical cold chain solutions.
Mr. Aneesh Chopra
Mr. Aneesh Chopra, the first U.S. Chief Technology Officer (2009-2012) under President Obama, previously served as Virginia’s Secretary of Technology. A 2013 candidate for Virginia Lieutenant Governor, he authored Innovative State: How New Technologies Can Transform Government and is the co-founder and president of CareJourney. Since 2015, he has been a senior advisor at Albright Stonebridge Group.
Mr. Abhiroop Gandhi
Mr. Gandhi is a strategic executive with decades of experience in digital health, biopharmaceuticals, and MedTech. A former Trust and Compliance Officer at Verily, he now leads EnlitenAI, Inc., an AI-based SaaS platform for personalized seizure management.
Dr. Alain Labrique
Prof. (Dr.) Alain Labrique, Director of WHO’s Department of Digital Health & Innovation, is a leading digital health expert whose work has significantly improved maternal, neonatal, and infant health in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Dr. Anand Iyer
Dr. Anand Iyer, dubbed the “Father of Digital Therapeutics,” is a global leader in digital health innovation. He played a key role in Welldoc’s success and the development of BlueStar®, the first FDA-cleared digital therapeutic for Type-2 diabetes.
Ms. Ann Mond Johnson
Ms. Ann Mond Johnson, CEO of the American Telemedicine Association (ATA), has over 40 years of experience in health tech and healthcare data. She leads efforts to advance telehealth adoption, shape policy, and integrate virtual care into value-based delivery models.
Dr. Arjun Kalyanpur
Dr. Arjun Kalyanpur is a pioneer in AI-driven Radiology. He was named ‘Modern Medicare’s Entrepreneur of the Year’ in 2007 and recognized as one of India’s 50 Pathfinders in Healthcare by Express Healthcare in 2009.
Dr. Ashish Atreja
Dr. Ashish is a healthcare executive specializing in digital medicine, value-based care, and innovation. A Board-Certified Informaticist, Internist, and Gastroenterologist, he is the founding Chair of NODE.Health. As CIO and Chief Digital Health Officer at UC Davis Health, he drives digital transformation and technology innovation.
Mr. Bakul Patel
Mr. Bakul Patel, inventor of the FDA’s “Digital Health Software Precertification (Pre-Cert) Program” and coiner of the term “Software as a Medical Device (SaMD),” is a leading authority in Digital Health. Renowned for advancing FDA’s regulatory approaches to medical device software, he now leads Global Digital Health Strategy at Google.
Mr. Brian O’Connor
Mr. Brian O’Connor is an angel Investor and among the Board of Directors of the leading Global Healthcare Companies. In the Digital Health arena, Mr. Brian is a revered leader, and a global champion for Digital Health. He created the ECHAlliance, a not-for-profit organization which connects Governments, Industry, Research Institutes, Health Services, Patient Groups, etc through a Global Network of Ecosystems.
Dr. Dale Alverson
Dr. Dale Alverson, Medical Director at the University of New Mexico’s Center for Telehealth, specializes in telemedicine for rural communities. He focuses on implementing, researching, and evaluating telehealth systems and developing collaborative telehealth projects.
Dr. David Albert
Founder, AliveCor.Inc
Mr. David Aviv
Mr. David Aviv has been Radware’s Chief Technology Officer since 2016, shaping its technology strategy for enterprise, carrier, and cloud solutions. Previously, he served as VP of Engineering at Ofek and a senior technical leader in the Israeli Air Force. He is also the Technical Chairman of the Israeli Telecom Standards Body. Dr. Aviv holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the Naval Postgraduate School and degrees in EE from Ben-Gurion and Tel Aviv Universities.
Mr. David Aylward
Mr. David is an expert in social innovation, public policy, communications, and IT, with experience in both business and non-profit sectors. He served as chief counsel and staff director for the U.S. House Telecommunications and Finance Subcommittee during key industry shifts and has co-founded radio and satellite companies while advocating for clients in health, finance, and communications.
Ms. Deven McGraw
Ms. Deven McGraw, Co-founder and Chief Regulatory Officer at Citizen Corporation, focuses on consumer health technology. A former Deputy Director of Health Information Privacy at HHS, she also advised on HIPAA compliance and data governance as a Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips. She holds a Master’s in Public Health from Johns Hopkins.
Dr. Devi Shetty
Dr. Shetty is the Founder and Chairman of Narayana Health, overseeing 47 facilities and 7,000 beds. A renowned cardiac surgeon and entrepreneur, he is recognized globally for his efforts to make healthcare affordable, including pioneering the Yeshaswini micro health insurance scheme benefiting 3.4 million rural poor.
Mr. Dino Cataldo Dell’Accio
Mr. Dino Cataldo Dell’Accio is the Chief Information Officer of the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund. Previously, he served as Chief of ICT Audit at the UN’s Office of Internal Oversight and Information Security Officer at the UN Secretariat. With experience as an ICT Auditor at UNICEF and in the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance, Mr. Dell’Accio holds Master’s degrees in Internal Auditing and ICT Laws, along with certifications in ICT Management, Security, Auditing, and Accounting
Prof. Dipak Kalra
Prof. Dipak Kalra is President of the European Institute for Innovation through Health Data (i~HD) and a key figure in developing Electronic Health Records and EHR interoperability standards. He focuses on value-based healthcare and patient-centric clinical trials. He is also a visiting professor at the University of Gent and a member of CEN and ISO standardization bodies.
Mr. Dmitry Etin
Mr. Dmitry, a global expert in Healthcare IT, specializes in data management, AI, and interoperability. Active in bioinformatics, he leads FOROME.ORG, advancing rare disease research and genomic diagnostics. With experience at Dell, Oracle, and NTT DATA, he also oversees solutions for EMEA & LatAm markets.
Mr. Eric Bacon
Mr. Eric, a global telemedicine leader with 20+ years of experience, has transformed healthcare access in 50+ countries. As President of Telemedicine.com and former CEO of AMD Global Telemedicine, he has driven digital healthcare innovation. He serves on the ISfTeH Board, advises global initiatives, and is a sought-after industry speaker.
Dr. Elliot Sloane
Dr. Elliot is a Professor, Business Leader, and Consultant with expertise in IT, business strategy, healthcare, and nonprofit management. He has a strong track record in research, teaching, and leadership across international non-profits, specializing in business process improvement, fundraising, and program management.
Mr. Gaurav Maini
Gaurav Maini, Senior VP & Managing Director for India at CNSI, leads global healthcare technology initiatives. With experience at Epic Systems and Philips VitalHealth, he drives CNSI’s mission to improve health outcomes and reduce costs. Under his leadership, CNSI’s Chennai hub processes $135 billion in U.S. Medicaid claims annually and integrates AI to streamline medical claims. During the pandemic, Gaurav implemented hybrid work policies, prioritizing employee well-being and growth. Backed by the Carlyle Group, he focuses on talent acquisition and innovation, connecting technology and purpose to make a meaningful impact.
Sir George Crooks
Sir George Crooks is CEO of Scotland’s Digital Health and Care Institute (DHI) and former Medical Director of NHS 24. He also served as Director of the Scottish Centre for Telehealth and Telecare and is on the Board of the European Connected Health Alliance.
Mr. Grahame Grieve
Mr. Grahame is HL7’s Product Director for FHIR, overseeing the growth, governance, and relationships surrounding the healthcare data exchange standard. He also serves as the lead editor for the FHIR specification.
Dr. Gregory Sorensen
Dr. Gregory Sorensen leads DeepHealth, Inc., focusing on using Machine Learning to expand medical expertise. He is also Executive Chairman at IMRIS. A certified neuroradiologist, Dr. Sorensen’s work has spanned novel imaging techniques for brain cancer, stroke, and migraines, and now focuses on introducing innovative technologies to improve healthcare outcomes and reduce costs.
Dr. Harry Greenspun
Dr. Harry Greenspun is a Physician Executive and Cardiac Anesthesiologist who is transforming healthcare. He was a former Partner and Chief Medical Officer at Guidehouse LLP. He also serves on the HIMSS Advisory Board. He is a notable Public Speaker and author psychometric methodologies.
Dr. Jane Thomason
Dr. Jane Thomason is a global thought leader in Web3, Metaverse, HealthTech, and Tech for Sustainability. She serves on the editorial boards of The Journal of Metaverse and Frontiers in Blockchain and is an Industry Associate at UCL’s Centre for Blockchain. An author of several books, including Blockchain for Global Social Change, she provides valuable insights into the transformative potential of emerging technologies.
Prof. Jefferson G Fernandes
Prof. Jefferson G. Fernandes is a Neurologist with expertise in health management, education, research, and Digital Health innovation, including telemedicine. He is Director of the Education Program at ISfTeH and Co-coordinator of the Key Knowledge Immersion Course at Ahed, Nova Medical School, Portugal. Prof. Fernandes has also consulted for the WHO, World Bank, Brazilian Ministry of Health, and the Health Secretary of Rio Grande do Sul.
Mr. Jose Paulo Carvalho
Mr. Jose, founder of Hope Care, SA, has extensive experience in Digital Health. He previously managed social integration teams and telecare initiatives at a non-profit in Portugal and worked as an Information Systems consultant at the Portuguese Catholic University and Ministry of Finance. He holds a degree in Theology from the Portuguese Catholic University.
Dr. Joseph C. Kvedar
A telehealth pioneer with 26 years of experience, incoming ATA President, co-chair of the AMA’s Digital Medicine Payment Advisory Group, and member of the AAMC telehealth committee. Editor-in-Chief of npj Digital Medicine and Professor of Dermatology at Harvard Medical School. Author of The Internet of Healthy Things (2015) and The New Mobile Age (2017).
Dr. Jay Sanders
CEO of The Global Telemedicine Group, Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins, and Founder/President Emeritus of the American Telemedicine Association, Dr. Jay is known as the “Father of Telemedicine.” He pioneered early telemedicine systems, advised NASA, DOD, WHO, and Fortune 500 companies, and represented the U.S. in global telemedicine initiatives. A Harvard Medical School graduate and former Chief Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital, he established the first U.S. Division of General Medicine and has held professorships at Yale and Penn.
Mr. Maneesh Juneja
Mr. Maneesh Juneja is a Digital Health Futurist focused on the convergence of emerging technologies to improve global health and well-being. He believes the greatest health impacts will come from outside healthcare. A TEDx speaker, he has addressed global leaders and advocates for the power of inspiring stories to drive change.
Mr. Mark Scrimshire
Mr. Mark, Chief Interoperability Officer at Onyx, is a pioneer in healthcare interoperability. As CMS Blue Button Innovator, he built the Blue Button 2.0 API for Medicare. Active in the HL7 community, he authored the HL7 Da Vinci Payer Data Exchange Guide. A Co-Founder of Medyear and Chief Instigator of HealthCa.mp, Mark brings a passion for consumer health access and extensive experience with payers and global companies to drive scalable, secure interoperability in healthcare.
Mr. Michael Kirwan
Mr. Michael is a thought leader in program management, IoT technologies, and information systems engineering. He helps developers, CTOs, and business owners enhance agility, compliance, and interoperability with open standards. He is a leading expert in Bluetooth technology and Continua Design Guidelines (IEEE, Bluetooth, IHE, HL7 FHIR)
Sir Muir Gray
Prof. Sir Muir Gray is Executive Director of the Oxford Centre for Triple Value Healthcare and Director of the Optimal Ageing Programme. He advises Public Health England and chairs the NHS Health and Social Care Digital service. His work focuses on training healthcare professionals in Value-Based Healthcare.
Lord Nigel Crisp
Member of House of Lords, Former Chief Executive of the NHS & Permanent Secretary, Department of Health, UK
Dr. Najeeb Al-Shorbaji
Dr. Al-Shorbaji, Director of Knowledge Management and Sharing at WHO since 2008, has led initiatives in eHealth, ICT, and publishing. A Jordanian with a PhD in Information Sciences, he has authored 80+ research papers and is active in professional associations.
Dr. Pramod K. Gaur
Dr. Pramod K. Gaur is an Adjunct Professor at Pace University and President of Gaur Associates. He previously founded and served as CEO of Viterion TeleHealth and Healthanywhere Inc., with a strong track record in commercializing telehealth, medical devices, and diagnostics technologies.
Dr. Rahul Goyal
Dr. Rahul Goyal, Chief Medical Officer at Elsevier, is a UK-trained physician with nearly 20 years of experience. Formerly SVP at Malaffi and CMIO at Mediclinic, he has led digital transformation projects like EHR adoption. Named a “Future 50 Clinical Leader” by HIMSS in 2019, he is a member of the Royal Colleges of General Practitioners and Ophthalmologists and an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at Mohamed Bin Rashid University, Dubai.
(Prof) Dr. Ram Kumar Kakani
Director Indian Institute of Management Raipur
Ms. Reena Sooch
Ms. Reena Sooch is a healthcare executive with 16+ years of experience in digital and connected health. She has successfully guided pharmaceutical and tech companies from innovation to market expansion. Passionate about aging and technology, she has contributed to cross-industry alliances on the “longevity challenge” and advocated for universal access to quality care. A thought leader in digital health, she also advises HLTH Europe.
Prof. Dr. Rifat Latifi
Dr. Rifat Latifi, MD, is a Professor of Surgery at the University of Arizona and former Chief of Surgery at New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center. A certified general and critical care surgeon, he founded the Telemedicine programs in Kosova, Albania, and Cabo Verde. Dr. Latifi served as Minister of Health for Kosova (2021–2022) and is the Founding President of the Kosova College of Surgeons and Editor-in-Chief of the Kosova Journal of Surgery. He is a member of ACS, ICS, and KCC, with licenses in New York and Arizona.
Mr. Roman Devengenzo
Mr. Roman Devengenzo, former Technical Lead at Da Vinci Robotic Surgical Systems and Owner of Devzo Consulting LLC, is an engineer and innovator with expertise in medical devices, robotics, and system architecture. With an MSME from Stanford University, he has worked at Google and Intuitive Surgical, offering valuable industry insights.
Dr. RS Sharma
Dr. R. S. Sharma, a veteran leader with over 40 years in policy and IT reforms, shaped India’s ICT landscape as founding DG of UIDAI, launching Aadhaar, the world’s largest biometric ID system. As CEO of the National Health Authority (2021–2023), he managed Ayushman Bharat schemes and chaired the Co-WIN Empowered Group. Formerly Chairman of TRAI and Secretary of Electronics & IT, he is an IAS officer (1978, Jharkhand cadre) known for blending strategy with execution to drive impactful policies.
Mr. Rustom Lawyer
Mr. Rustom, Co-Founder and CEO of Augnito, India’s first Clinical Voice AI company, is revolutionizing healthcare with advanced Clinical Speech Recognition, Natural Language Understanding, and Generative AI. Serving 25+ geographies, Augnito accelerates clinical documentation for thousands of clinicians. A serial entrepreneur, Rustom founded his first company at 19, pioneering clinical transcription with the NHS, and has 20+ years of experience in deep tech, clean energy, and agriculture. With executive education from Harvard, Stanford, and MIT, he is passionate about voice AI in healthcare, digitisation, and engaging with startups.
Mr. Sabin Dima
Mr. Sabin Dima is a seasoned tech entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience. Starting at 16, he created one of the first social platforms in the Middle East and, at 21, co-founded a pioneering tech investment fund in Romania. He has since founded and invested in multiple ventures, including AroundWise, a marketing solution for shopping centers used by 400+ retailers. In 2019, he launched Humans.ai , a blockchain platform for scaling AI with ethics and transparency.
Dr. Sanjay Sood
Dr. Sanjay Sood, a digital health innovator with over 20 years of experience, leads eSanjeevani, the world’s largest telemedicine service. At C-DAC, he drives impactful health innovations and spearheads initiatives like the Heal in India portal. A former WHO consultant, he has earned prestigious awards, including the Digital India Award and HIMSS Future50 Innovation Leader recognition.
Prof. Sanjeev Prashar
Professor Marketing, Indian Institute of Management Raipur
Mr. Sam Amory
Senior Executive with 18 years of experience in Health Care IT across MEA, UK, and Asia, including 6 years in the public and 12 in the private sector. As Managing Director of Dedalus, he excels in General Management, Business Development, and Solution-Specific roles, driving financial success, mentoring teams, and implementing advanced technologies.
Mr. Sean Blaschke
Mr. Sean has extensive experience advising governments and development partners on health systems strengthening, digital health programs, civil registration, and digital identity. He specializes in scaling programs, applying HCD/UX, and leveraging mobile and web technologies for innovative solutions.
Prof. Siddharth Arora
Prof. (Dr.) Siddharth Arora is Programme Director at the Oxford India Centre for Sustainable Development, specializing in telemedicine and emergency healthcare. He received the Martin Black Prize for his research on using smartphones to diagnose Parkinson’s disease.
Dr. Stefan Buttigieg
Dr. Buttigieg is a Public Health Medicine Specialist at Malta’s Ministry for Health and a keynote speaker with over 50 engagements. He lectures on Digital Health, Social Media in Healthcare, and Digital Therapeutics at the University of Malta. Vice-President of the EUPHA Digital Health Section and a WFPHA Governing Council Member, he is committed to ensuring equitable Digital Health and Health Data for all.
Mr. Susheel Ladwa
Mr. Susheel Ladwa, CEO of Onyx and Editor at DistilINFO Publications, leverages his experience at IBM, HP, and Wipro to drive healthcare innovation. A sought-after speaker and author, he shares insights on healthcare technology and motivation at leading conferences and through his publications.
Mr. Thulasiraj Ravilla
Mr. Thulasiraj, a founding member of Aravind Eye Care System, has driven its growth since 1981 and serves as Executive Director of LAICO and Director of Operations at Aravind. Founding President of VISION 2020: The Right to Sight-India, he also serves on the boards of Acumen Fund (USA), Aravind Eye Foundation (USA), and IIHMR Bangalore, and is President of Aurolab Trust. With a PGDM from IIM Calcutta and a bachelor’s from Madras Christian College, he has been a visiting scholar and guest faculty at leading global institutions.
Ms. Veena Somareddy
Ms. Veena Somareddy, CEO of Neuro Rehab VR, leads a pioneering VR healthcare startup transforming rehabilitation through virtual reality therapy. Recognized as a Top Innovator in North Texas and by Fast Company’s World Changing Ideas, she is a National Science Foundation grant recipient and part of Amazon’s inaugural Healthcare Accelerator. Her expertise in VR/AR drives innovation in patient care and rehabilitation.
Mr. Vladimir Puhalac
Mr. Vladimir Puhalac, CEO of XRhuman GmbH, is a seasoned entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience in tech and business innovation. He founded one of Germany’s first internet service providers and has led global projects in software, 3D printing, body scanning, and VR/AR. As co-founder of doob in 2013, he pioneered advanced 3D technologies for avatars, XR, and metaverse applications.
Dr. Walter Greenleaf
Dr. Walter Greenleaf, a Stanford research scientist with 35+ years of experience, is a leader in digital medicine and medical virtual reality. He has developed clinical systems in areas like surgical simulation and telerehabilitation and was the founding Chief Science Officer at Pear Therapeutics.
Prof. Yunkap Kwankam
Prof. Yunkap Kwankam, a leading Digital Health expert with over three decades of experience, founded WHO’s telemedicine department and has advised ITU, WHO, UNIDO, the World Bank, and the U.S. National Library of Medicine. He is currently the Executive Director of the International Society for Telemedicine & eHealth (ISfTeH).
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Dr. Alexander Thomas
Founder and Patron of AHPI, ANBAI, and CAHO. His key contributions include integrating healthcare communication into NABH standards, influencing medical education, founding Vayah Vikas, and aiding India’s pandemic response through COVID hospital setups, training, and resource mobilization.
Mr. Aman Gupta
Mr. Aman has led strategic direction and implementation of global and Asia-focused health campaigns on HIV/AIDS, non-communicable diseases, immunization, and maternal & child health. Collaborated with leading organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, WHO, IAVI, PhRMA, Roche, Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, MSD, Sanofi, Bayer, Novo Nordisk, Medtronic, and Siemens Healthineers.
Mr. Anil Srivastava
Mr. Anil has over 30 years in healthcare business management, and a proven track record in brand establishment, team leadership, and client relationship management. Skilled in driving results, market penetration, and adapting to emerging trends, he is passionate about leveraging technology for business growth.
Dr. Arunima Shah
Dr. Arunima Shah is an Assistant Professor at IIM Raipur, specializing in consumer interaction with ICT, media choice behavior, and multi-channel retail. She holds a PhD in Marketing Management from IIM Lucknow, a Master’s from the University of Calcutta, and a Bachelor’s from J.D. Birla Institute, Kolkata.
Mr. Ayanabh DebGupta
Co-founded Medica Group, East India’s largest healthcare network with 10 facilities and 2,000+ beds across five states, backed by private equity partners. Established Medica’s healthcare advisory practice, impacting 12 countries in Asia and Africa. Previously part of Narayana Health’s core team, commissioning flagship hospitals in Bangalore and Kolkata.
Dr. BS Ajaikumar
Dr. BS Ajai Kumar, Chairman and CEO of HCG, founded the organization to make advanced cancer care accessible. A recognized physician entrepreneur, he has received multiple awards including the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award. He has over 30 years of experience in oncology.
Mr. Bhavdeep Singh
Mr. Bhavdeep Singh, the former CEO of Fortis Healthcare and under his leadership, Fortis became a revered brand in Healthcare. He was the CEO of Fortis from 2009 to 2011 and July 20015 to 2019. He is currently the Founding Partner at WHA Partners and Whitehawk Associates. Based in New York.
Dr. Dhruv Joshi
Dr. Dhruv Joshi, Co-founder and CEO of Cloudphysician, leads the company in providing technology-enabled remote ICU management. With training in pulmonary and critical care, and experience across India and the US, he is committed to addressing healthcare inequity through innovative, scalable solutions.
Mr. Gautam Khanna
An inspirational business leader with 33 years of experience at Hinduja Hospital & 3M, excelling in strategy, business turnaround, and stakeholder management across APAC, Latin America, and India. Skilled in crisis management, change leadership, team building, and customer engagement, with multiple industry awards and recognitions.
Dr. Gopal Kumar
Dr. Gopal Kumar, Associate Professor at IIM Raipur, specializes in operations management and supply chain collaboration. He holds a PhD and M.Tech from IIT Kharagpur and conducted postdoctoral research at Dublin City University. With industrial and academic expertise, he has developed predictive modeling tools and optimized SME productivity in Europe.
Dr. Indirah Indibara
Dr. Indirah Indibara, with over a decade of academic experience, previously worked in FMCG sales and marketing. A University Gold Medalist, she has published extensively, presented at global conferences, and earned accolades including India’s Best Marketing Thesis. She also reviews for esteemed journals and international conferences.
Mr. Jeyaseelan Jeyaraj
Mr. Jeyaseelan Jeyaraj (Jey) is a strategic business leader with over two decades of experience in healthcare, pharma R&D, and digital health. He specializes in product engineering, AI strategies, and digital transformation. A renowned speaker, Mr. Jey has earned accolades such as the CXO Health Excellence Award and is among the Top 50 Strategists in Healthcare.
Dr. K Madan Gopal
Dr. K Madan Gopal, a seasoned health professional with 30+ years of experience, has led key health reforms in India, including the implementation of RSBY and AB-PMJAY. Currently serving as Advisor at NHSRC-MoHFW, he has played a vital role in public health administration and policy-level initiatives.
Dr. Krishna Reddy
Dr. Krishna Reddy, a board-certified cardiologist, is internationally recognized for his contributions to primary care, digital health, and integrated care in South Asia. Co-founder of CARE Hospitals in 1997, he built a leading tertiary care network across India, serving 1 million out-patients and 100,000 in-patients annually.
Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj
Dr. Manivannan Selvaraj is the Founder and Managing Director of Kauvery Group of Hospitals. A trained anaesthesiologist, he co-founded Kauvery Hospital in 1999 to make healthcare affordable. His focus on best practices, treatment optimization, and reducing costs aims to bridge trust gaps and improve patient care.
Dr. Milind Antani
Dr. Milind Antani, a surgeon-turned-lawyer, leads the Pharma, Healthcare, Medical Device, and Digital Health practice at Nishith Desai Associates. Specializing in JVs, M&As, regulatory advice, and IP, he also guides social sector initiatives, authors industry articles, and lectures on Pharma, Med-Tech, and healthcare at premier institutions.
Mr. Mudit Dandwate
Mr. Mudit Dandwate is the Co-founder and CEO of Dozee, India’s first contactless remote patient monitoring solution. A mechanical engineer from IIT Mumbai, he previously worked at Altair Technologies and designed a thought-controlled bionic arm after a tragic accident. Under his leadership, Dozee has expanded to 370+ hospitals and beyond.
Dr. Nandakumar Jairam
Dr. Nandakumar Jairam, with extensive experience in India’s healthcare sector, has served as Chairman and CEO at Columbia Asia Hospitals, Chairman of NABH, and President of GAPIO. He is a founder member of NATHEALTH and has been a key member of FICCI and IRDA’s Health Insurance Forum.
Commander Navneet Bali
Commander Navneet Bali has served The Indian Navy for 25 glorious years before entering the healthcare world. A successful stint of growth and accomplishments at Narayana Health and IOSPL has brought great accolades to Cdr. Bali.
Mr. Pavan Biddanda
Mr. Pavan has over 30 years of corporate experience and has led senior management roles across healthcare consulting, health insurance TPA, reinsurance, primary and preventive care, banking, and IT services. He has worked with organizations like Swiss Re, Frost & Sullivan, Vidal Health TPA, and HSBC, which have exceled in business and technology leadership.
Prof.(Dr.) R. Chandrashekhar
A Visiting Professor at South Bank University and AIIMS Jammu, this expert co-authored books on hospital planning and design. He has served in leadership roles at various healthcare organizations, advised government committees, and presented at global conferences. He is a Fellow of multiple esteemed institutes in healthcare engineering and management.
Dr. Rajesh Pathak
Dr. Rajesh Pathak, Associate Professor at IIM Raipur, holds a doctorate from IFHE, Hyderabad. His research focuses on market microstructure, derivatives, earnings management, and corporate finance. He has been a visiting scholar at Bangor University and teaches courses in accounting, finance, and risk management.
Prof. Ram Kumar Kakani
Prof. Ram, Director IIM Raipur, has taught globally in countries like Denmark, Nigeria, and Singapore. He co-authored books in finance and public administration and has served as Director at India’s National Center for Leadership Development. His expertise spans finance, governance, public policy, and leadership.
Dr. Ramkumar M. Arputham
Dr. Ramkumar M. Arputham is an Assistant Professor at IIM Raipur, with prior experience as a Postdoctoral Researcher at ETH Zurich. His interdisciplinary research focuses on operations management, supply chain technologies, sustainability, and humanitarian operations. His work is published in leading international journals and presented at global conferences.
Dr. Ranjan DasGupta
Dr. Ranjan DasGupta is an Associate Professor at IIM Raipur, with a doctorate from the University of Calcutta. His research focuses on ESG, corporate governance, firm performance, SDGs, and family firms. He teaches courses in accounting, financial management, and impact investing.
Mr. Ratan Jalan
Mr. Ratan, a thought leader in healthcare, founded Medium Healthcare Consulting with a focus on innovation and patient-centricity. Former CEO of Apollo Health & Lifestyle, he pioneered healthcare formats like Apollo Clinic and The Cradle. With 40+ years of experience, Ratan has been recognized globally and is a frequent speaker at top institutes.
Dr. Ritu Gupta
Dr. Ritu Gupta, with 10+ years in academia, is an award-winning researcher recognized by AIMS International and others. She has published in reputed journals, presented internationally, and was a visiting scholar at Oklahoma State University. She teaches HR and Talent Management, holds certifications in HR Analytics, and contributes to MDPs.
Mr. Rohit Chohan
As Co-Founder and CEO of Truworth Wellness, Mr. Rohit leads India’s top wellness company, specializing in preventive care and risk management. With 15+ years of experience, his focus is on innovative products, business development, and strategy, aiming to disrupt healthcare with technology and promote health and well-being across India, SEA, and the Middle East.
Mr. Rohitt Malhotra
With two decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur and senior business leader, Mr. Rohitt specializes in retail, entertainment, F&B, research, and consultancy. He has contributed to key leadership teams at WNS, Reliance Industries, and Kantar. Passionate about ESG, sustainability, and mentoring next-gen brands, his focus is on building impactful businesses.
Mr. Sahil Kalra
With 17 years of healthcare industry experience across pharmaceuticals, specialty markets, and medical devices, Mr. Sahil specializes in building sustainable businesses, creating high-performance teams, and fostering partnerships. Expertise includes market access, patient advocacy, strategic alliances, tender management, and business model innovation.
Mr. Sandeep Sinha
Mr. Sandeep brings 24+ years of healthcare expertise in strategic consulting, hospital projects, operations, and HCIT solutions. He has led 700+ projects in healthcare delivery, med-tech, pharma, and diagnostics across MEA and South Asia. His strengths include growth strategies, M&A support, and business facilitation for leading healthcare and life sciences clients.
Ms. Sandhya J
With two decades of experience in FMCG, technology, and infrastructure, she is a business-focused finance leader recognized as a Thought Leader in finance, governance, and diversity. Honored with multiple awards, including CA Woman of the Year 2023, CFO of the Year, and featured in Asia’s 100 Power Leaders in Finance.
Dr. Santanu Bhadra
Dr. Santanu Bhadra is an Assistant Professor in the area of Strategic Management at Indian Institute of Management Raipur. His area of research focuses on adoption of environment-friendly practices by emerging economy firms and how ownership and institutions influence such adoption. He is also an active researcher in the area of family business.
Prof. Satyasiba Das
Prof. Das holds a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (National University of Ireland, Galway), a PhD, an M.Phil. (Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway), and an MBA (Hult International Business School, Boston, US).
His area of research focuses on strategic management in public sector enterprises, government relations, knowledge and innovation, strategy processes, and entrepreneurship.
Ms. Shaweta Berry
A seasoned marketer with 25+ years of expertise in B2B/SaaS marketing, branding, and demand generation, leveraging data-driven insights and digital-first strategies. Recognized thought leader and award-winner, featured in Thinkers360 Top 50. Passionate about technology, empowering communities, and fostering strategic partnerships, with accolades like GEM of the Year and Nari Shakti Puraskar.
Dr. Shenoy Robinson
With 40+ years as a senior hospital executive, Dr. Shenoy now advises hospital owners and leaders on integrating clinical programs with business operations. He specializes in value acceleration programs, using proven methodologies to align strategy with market realities, co-create actionable roadmaps, and guide execution through a systems approach.
Mrs. Shrabani Basu
Mrs. Shrabani, a seasoned leader, excels in creating high-performing teams across start-ups and established organizations. With expertise in strategy, talent, operations, quality, and diversity, she has transitioned from HR to COO roles in healthcare. Her journey spans organizations like Narayana Health, Apollo, and Fortis, championing innovation, empowerment, and impactful execution.
Dr. Shuchin Bajaj
Dr. Shuchin Bajaj, Founder Director of Ujala Cygnus, is a healthcare entrepreneur passionate about providing equitable healthcare. With an MD in internal medicine and an entrepreneurial spirit, he has revitalized healthcare access in underserved areas. He is also a healthcare investor, mentor, and board member for several initiatives.
Ms. Soma Pandey
Ms. Soma, an MBA from XLRI, is a seasoned HR executive with 25+ years of experience, including global roles and as CHRO. Known for driving transformative change, aligning HR with business goals, and fostering inclusive, high-performance cultures, she is a sought-after speaker and author, representing organizations at forums like NASSCOM and NHRD.
Mr. Sudip Mukhopadhyay
Mr. Sudip is amongst the earliest leaders in insurance sector and has shaped health insurance. He has worked in US, and is a key strategy leader in India.
Mr. Sunil Khurana
Mr. Sunil, CEO and MD of BPL Medical Technologies, is a veteran business leader with 42+ years in healthcare. Previously COO at Bharti Infratel and a GE Healthcare veteran, he led sales, global products, and services across South Asia. An NIT Warangal graduate, he honed leadership skills at GE’s Crotonville programs.
Dr Sunil K Khetarpal
Dr. Sunil has over 35 years of expertise in hospital administration, strategy, quality (NABH), digital health, and policy advocacy. His professional expertise includes mentoring, public health, medico-legal issues, and project management, driven by passion, effective communication, and a commitment to delivering high-value results.
Col. Sunil Rao
Group COO of Sahayadri Hospitals Pvt. Ltd., with 35 years of hospital administration experience. A prolific researcher with publications in recognized journals, he serves as NABH Technical Committee Chair and member of AHA, ISHA, CAHO, and ISHWM. Recipient of COAS Commendation and AHPI Award for exemplary contributions.
Prof Sumeet Gupta
Prof. Sumeet Gupta is a Professor in Information Technology and Systems at IIM Raipur with 18 years of experience in industry, teaching, and research. He holds a PhD from the National University of Singapore and has published over 50 papers. His research interests include E-Governance, E-Commerce, and Business Analytics.
Wing Commander Sushil Kumar
Wing Commander Sushil Kumar, an Air Force Veteran with 30 years of experience, specializes in supply chain, logistics, hospital management, and administration. With roles at Guardian Life Care, Heritage Hospital, and Mediversal Hospital, he excels in material planning, budgeting, digital marketing, and driving process-oriented growth and technology adoption.
Dr. Vijay PV
Senior consultant with expertise in all facets of hospital project management. Demonstrated Hospitals skills that enhance productivity and drive sustained organizational performance. Recognized as a strong leader with demonstrated ability to build highly motivated teams focused on achieving goals, meeting deadlines and optimizing resources while providing high levels of customer service.
Dr. Vivek Desai
Dr. Vivek Desai, founder of HOSMAC India Pvt. Ltd., is a medical graduate with post-graduates in hospital and business management. He specializes in strategic planning, project coordination, and business incubation. He has been a special invitee to major industry bodies and served as an advisor to the World Bank and Indian Ministry of Health.
Mr. Vivek Srivastava
Founder of HCAH, India’s largest out-of-hospital ecosystem, focused on delivering quality health outcomes and improving access. Previously, started Burman Family Holdings and led investments in DMI Finance, Experian, and more. Also managed portfolio investments at GTI Capital, raising ~$50M for business growth through M&As and JVs.