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
Organizational turnaround
Process improvements
Negotiation
Financial Management
Operational Oversight
Strategic planning
Productivity performance
Budgeting
Project Management
Organizational leadership
Certification
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