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Top 20 Indian Healthcare Leaders 2026

September 2026 Editorial

Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil
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Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil

Founder, Chairman & CEOBurjeel Holdings
NationalityIndian
CategoryHealthcare Leaders
ResidenceAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Official Websiteburjeelholdings.com

Leader Biography

Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil is an Indian physician-entrepreneur and the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Burjeel Holdings. He has developed a substantial healthcare platform encompassing hospitals and specialty medical services, particularly across the Gulf region. His leadership focuses on tertiary healthcare, specialized clinical services, institutional expansion and cross-border healthcare investment, making him an important Indian-origin figure in the international healthcare services industry.

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