Hyderabad : CARE Hospitals, one of India’s leading multi-specialty healthcare networks, today announced the appointment of Dr. Pawan Kumar as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With this strategic leadership move, CARE Hospitals reinforces its commitment to clinical excellence, accessible care, and organisational innovation.
Dr. Kumar brings with him over a decade of experience in senior leadership roles across India’s top healthcare organisations. A rare blend of medical and business acumen, he holds an MD in Anesthesiology from PGIMER, Chandigarh, and an MBA in Finance and Healthcare from the Indian School of Business (ISB). His dual expertise uniquely positions him to lead CARE Hospitals through its next phase of strategic growth and operational transformation.
“We are delighted to welcome Dr. Pawan Kumar as the CEO of CARE Hospitals,” said Varun Khanna, Group Managing Director, Quality Care India Limited. “His dynamic leadership, deep understanding of the healthcare landscape, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable addition to our organisation. We look forward to the fresh perspective and strategic vision he will bring as we continue to strengthen CARE’s position as a trusted leader in patient care and healthcare innovation.”
Dr. Kumar’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for CARE Hospitals, as the group expands its footprint across India to meet the growing demand for high-quality, ethical, and patient-centric care.
“I am honoured to join CARE Hospitals, an organisation that has always stood for compassion, integrity, and clinical excellence,” said Dr. Pawan Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, CARE Group of Hospitals. “My focus will be on strengthening our clinical excellence, expanding access to quality care, and building a culture that inspires collaboration and innovation. Together, we will continue to build a healthcare ecosystem that combines excellence with empathy.”
In his new role, Dr. Kumar will lead the group’s strategic direction, clinical advancement, and organisational growth across regions and service lines. His leadership is expected to further elevate CARE Hospitals’ legacy as a trusted name in healthcare, driving patient-first innovations and a culture of compassionate, evidence-based medical practice.
