Dr. Abel George
Chief Executive Officer
Chennai
Summary
A high energy senior level healthcare professional with more than 10 years of experience in Clinical care, Strategic operations, Hospital Management & Process Reengineering.
Proven Skills in turning around organisations and putting systems & processes in place. Skilled at Cost Optimization and revenue growth strategies. Adept in leading multi diverse teams and building cohesive teams with a common culture
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
St. Isabel's Hospital
Chennai
11.2021 - Current
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
- Increased savings in pharmacy & Laboratory to the tune of INR 8 Lakhs per month ($100000/year).
- Negotiated terms of business acquisitions for high value medical equipment thereby bringing in significant purchase savings
- Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
- Identified clinical gaps and hired doctors which resulted in significant increase in patient volumes & surgical volumes.
- Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
- Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
- Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Worked with department heads to address team needs and offer high-level support for everyday operations.
- Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
Senior Manager Medical Administration
Apollo Hospitals
Chennai
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Saved INR 1 crore per year ($125000) by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems in pharmacy surgical savings
- Saved INR 3.6 ($450000) crores per year through cost saving initiatives on medical consumables
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Ensured 75% compliance in paperless initiatives
Senior Manager Operations
Aster DM Healthcare Limited
Hyderabad, Cochin
04.2015 - 04.2020
- Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
- Provided leadership for continual management and employee training initiatives.
- Optimized costs to contribute to productivity, cost development and proficiency of central fulfillment operations.
- Allocated resources to planned programs according to business objectives.
- Directed management meetings to enhance collaboration and maintain culture based on trust and group problem-solving.
- Developed a system for continuous ongoing appraisal for doctors
- Improved Operation Theatre efficiency
- Supported top-level decision-making and strategy planning, forging productive relationships with top leaders and serving as key advocate for various personnel issues.
Demonstration Specialist
Christian Dental College, CMC
Ludhiana
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Took Clinical classes for final year and pre final year dental students
- Incharge of the outreach program as part of community oral health program
- 1st Oncall for maxillofacial traumas
Education
Master of Hospital Administration - Health Administration
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Mumbai 06.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dental Surgery
Christian Dental College, CMC
Ludhiana 08.2006 - 12.2006
Skills
Operational leadership
undefinedCertification
Member, American College of Healthcare Executives
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
St. Isabel's Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Member, American College of Healthcare Executives
10-2021
Senior Manager Medical Administration
Apollo Hospitals
05.2020 - 11.2021
Senior Manager Operations
Aster DM Healthcare Limited
04.2015 - 04.2020
Master of Hospital Administration - Health Administration
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
06.2013 - 05.2015
Demonstration Specialist
Christian Dental College, CMC
01.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Dental Surgery - Dental Surgery
Christian Dental College, CMC
08.2006 - 12.2006
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