Dr Rajeev Boudhankar has been re-appointed as Chief Executive Officer of Mumbai-based multi-specialty hospital, Bhatia Hospital for a second innings. He was already holding the position of CEO of the hospital earlier.

Dr Boudhankar will continue to be responsible for spearheading and overseeing the development and execution of the hospital’s strategy, patient relationship management, quality distinction and leadership development. Until now, as CEO, Dr Boudhankar has played a significant role in the brand repositioning of the 89-year-old iconic Bhatia Hospital. He has led the team to deliver seminal operations clinically and strategically, demonstrating great resilience.

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, Dr Boudhankar is an acknowledged business leader and a seasoned professional and has held various senior roles in hospital and health systems management. He has worked with government as well as international health bodies to set up public health programme and has a strong track record of building great teams while delivering excellent results.

Dr Boudhankar holds a PhD in Hospital & Health Systems Management from BITS, Pilani, a MPhil in Hospital & Health Systems Management, from BITS, Pilani & Tulane University, USA and a MD (Internal Medicine) from Grant Medical College, Bombay University along with several other academic accomplishments. Dr Boudhankar was elected to the Maharashtra State Council of CII in 2011-2012.

A visionary healthcare specialist, Dr Boudhankar also believes in sharing his knowledge and experience with young, budding minds. He has been a part of several academic institutions as a guide, faculty, paper setter, examiner, supervisor for internship, and guest faculty.

Dr Boudhankar is also a guide and examiner for PhD and MPhil scholars of healthcare management of various universities. He has also contributed to an internationally published book on Hospital Planning by way writing the chapter on ‘Green Hospitals’.