Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Affiliations
Publications & Conferences
Training
References
Timeline
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DR. VARSHA PAWAR

DR. VARSHA PAWAR

Mumbai

Summary

Healthcare professional with 15 years of diverse experience in clinical and administrative roles, including medical advisor and hospital administrator. Expertise in ophthalmology and dermatology with a strong record of delivering strategic medical insights and guidance. Proven ability to enhance team performance and meet customer service objectives while driving business results. Recognized for exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills in high-pressure environments. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lupin Ltd
Mumbai
02.2020 - Current
  • Executed strategic brand building for ophthalmology and dermatology product portfolio.
  • Managed team operations to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated multiple scientific meetings, including advisory boards and webinars, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
  • Provided high-level scientific support for medical activities and HCP communications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Contributed to product strategy planning, therapy shaping, and annual brand promotions backed by scientific evidence.
  • Established strong KOL connections with healthcare professionals to exchange scientific knowledge within therapy segments.
  • Supported new product evaluations and recommendations to strengthen the existing pipeline.
  • Led successful SEC presentation for RANIEYES, coordinating with multiple stakeholders for effective delivery.
  • Managed extensive digital projects, including ANYA chatbot launch and patient education microsite development across various languages.

Centre Manager (BU Head)

Apollo Fertility, Apollo Hospital Navi Mumbai
Navi Mumbai
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Executed comprehensive business operations for IVF department, delivering outstanding ROI in nine months post-commissioning.
    Administered monthly P&L processes while coordinating departmental activities and resources effectively.
    Led project management from initial concept through operational readiness, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Team Lead

IKS Health
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Led a team of healthcare professionals, delivering comprehensive services for US-based client physicians.
    Analyzed clinical documentation processes, ensuring compliance with QMS standards.
    Prepared management reports to highlight trends and challenges affecting client operations.

Hospital Administrator

Surya Hospital
Mumbai
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Administered 25-bed OBGY unit under public-private LLP partnership model. Coordinated clinical, non-clinical, and support departments to ensure operational efficiency. Streamlined interdepartmental communication to enhance workflow across all units. Monitored performance metrics to maintain high standards of patient care. Facilitated staff training and development programs for improved service delivery. Implemented process improvements to optimize resource allocation within unit. Managed scheduling and staffing to meet patient needs effectively.

Education

MBA - Hospital & Health Systems Management

BITS Pilani
01.2019

Executive Postgraduate Diploma - Hospital Administration

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
01.2014

Medical Graduate (BHMS) -

MUHS
Mumbai
01.2008

Skills

  • KOL development
  • Robust scientific communication
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Customer focus
  • Process optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Stakeholder management
  • Brand strategy and planning
  • Employee training
  • Interdepartmental collaboration

Certification

  • Certified “NABH Internal Auditor (2015)”
  • Six Sigma Lean Certification- Yellow belt
  • Certification in UCPMP Code 2024 & Interaction with Healthcare Professionals SOP Training (Jun ’25)

References

References: Available on request

Affiliations

  • Multiple scientific publications, including high-end international journals
  • Best Presentation Award at the XIX International Conference on Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery (ICDDS), 2024
  • Distinguished speaker at annual conference CLAIRVOYANCE 2025, and at ALAP Alumni Talk series at renowned institution of TATA Institute of Social Science (TISS)
  • Certified NABH Internal Auditor (2015)
  • Six Sigma Lean Certification - Yellow Belt

Publications & Conferences

  • Clinical practice pattern on the use of ranibizumab biosimilar in Indian settings (Clariant survey) poster published in Asia-Pacific Vitreo-Retina Society Congress, Dec 8-10, Hong Kong
  • “Clinical evaluation of the safety and tolerability of film-forming sprays in patients with psoriasis and eczema” published in the peer-reviewed Cureus Journal of Medical Science, a PubMed-indexed journal
  • Effectiveness of luliconazole vs. Ketoconazole topical formulation in reversing damaged hair cuticle: in vitro study published in the Indian Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
  • The INDEED review article on Indian diabetic and endocrine eye diseases published in the European Journal of Touch Review Endocrinology
  • Participation in the Annual Conferences,
  • All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOC) 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
  • The Vitreo-Retinal Society of India (VRSI) 2022, 2023, 2024
  • DERMACON: 2024, 2025
  • International Patient Safety Conference (IPSC) by Apollo Group of Hospitals (2017)
  • National Cradle Conference (OBGY) by Apollo Group of Hospitals (2019)
  • National Conference on “REDEFINING Healthcare: Value-Based Delivery”

Training

  • Certification in “Medical Writing and Healthcare Communication” (2022)
  • Workshop on “Data visualization and publication”: Covert patient data into publication (2022)
  • Workshop on “Strategic & Operational Role of Medical Advisor” & “Collaboration & Team building” (2022)
  • National workshop on “Patient Safety & Quality improvement in pediatric & newborn care “organized by Canada’s Macmaster University & Surya Hospital (2017).
  • Workshop on “Hospital Quality Indicators: The Challenge of Implementation” Organized by the Centre for Hospital Management, SHSS, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lupin Ltd
02.2020 - Current

Centre Manager (BU Head)

Apollo Fertility, Apollo Hospital Navi Mumbai
01.2019 - 12.2020

Team Lead

IKS Health
01.2018 - 12.2018

Hospital Administrator

Surya Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2017

MBA - Hospital & Health Systems Management

BITS Pilani

Executive Postgraduate Diploma - Hospital Administration

Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)

Medical Graduate (BHMS) -

MUHS

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