The word of mouth

Dr. Y.A. Nazer is a distinguished cardiac surgeon celebrated for pioneering first-time surgeries in India and South India, and for establishing world-class cardiac centres and teaching hospitals across the Middle East and India. He graduated with an MBBS from Trivandrum Medical College, followed by specialisation in general surgery and super specialisation in cardiac surgery at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi. His training included advanced techniques at a prestigious program in Sydney, Australia.

From 1989 to 1994, he worked at the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Science and Technology (SCTIMST), where he gained prominence by performing India’s first beating heart surgery. In 1994, he moved to Abu Dhabi to develop a cardiac centre under the U.A.E. Ministry of Health, which became a major cardiac care hub for the region.

Dr. Nazer has achieved several milestones, including cerebral aneurysm repair under circulatory arrest, beating heart surgery without bypass, and the first successful ECMO in an adult in Kerala. He has held teaching positions at institutions like SCTIMST and Gulf Medical College, and has contributed to developing centres of excellence in cardiac care.

His leadership was evident in establishing the cardiac centre at Al-Mafraq Hospital, bringing top surgeons from Australia and North India. He also played a key role in creating the Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences and the Travancore Medicity teaching hospital in Kerala.

Throughout his career, Dr. Nazer has emphasised care for the underprivileged, collaborating with various organisations for philanthropic initiatives. His contributions have earned him numerous accolades, including features in prestigious publications and the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award. He remains committed to advancing sustainable healthcare and evidence-based medicine globally.

Dr. Raja Mohan Chakrapani is an esteemed physician based in Pittsburgh, USA, who brings a wealth of global experience in both administrative and clinical capacities. He graduated with his MD in General Medicine from Trivandrum Medical College and has worked in public and private practice across several countries, including India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, accumulating invaluable expertise along the way.

Dr. Raja Mohan began his medical career with the Indian Army, where he served as a physician for five years. This experience instilled in him a strong sense of clinical and administrative discipline that paved the way for his future successes. He then worked in the public sector in Trivandrum before joining the NHS in the UK, where he qualified for the MRCP and gained experience in various hospitals.

In 1993, Dr. Raja Mohan transitioned to the United States, where he obtained his MD in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He established a successful private practice in Pittsburgh while also dedicating his time to various public sector hospitals in the area.

Deeply committed to philanthropy, Dr. Raja Mohan is actively involved in initiatives in his hometown of Kerala. Although he has settled permanently in Pittsburgh, he visits India once or twice a year. An avid supporter of community health projects, he has been instrumental in contributing his clinical and administrative expertise to the development of a state-of-the-art hospital in Kerala.

Dr. Nazeema Nazer is one of the leading dermatologists in Kerala, renowned for her decades of experience in the field. She has built a distinguished reputation both locally and internationally. Dr. Nazeema Nazer obtained her medical degree (MBBS) and her MD in Dermatology and Venereology from Trivandrum Medical College, where she also served for several years after graduation.

She then relocated to Abu Dhabi, where she worked as a Consultant Dermatologist at the Ministry Hospital for 12 years. During her tenure, she ensured that her department adhered to international standards, earning her a strong reputation among the local population in the UAE.

After years abroad, Dr. Nazeema returned to her home state of Kerala, where she successfully established multiple private clinics serving a diverse patient base. Currently, she operates her clinics while also consulting for several private hospitals in Kerala.

Mr. Shajahan K. is a highly experienced engineer with a specialization in Geotechnical Engineering, having graduated from the College of Engineering, Trivandrum. As a member of the Institution of Engineers (India), he began his career at the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC), where he played a pivotal role from 1984 to 2018. During his tenure, he led all major KTDC projects and contributed to significant assignments in the Middle East and Bangladesh.

Upon retiring as Chief Engineer of KTDC, Mr. Shajahan K. continued his involvement in the field by serving as a Senior Resource Person for the Project Appraisal Division at the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB). He also worked with Iyer and Mahesh, a leading architectural firm, as a Project Management Consultant, handling notable projects like the Technopark Phase 3 IT infrastructure and the Infosys building. His contributions have left a lasting impact on Kerala’s tourism and infrastructure sectors.

Dr. Nihaz Y. Nazer is a distinguished cardiac surgeon and healthcare management expert with a career marked by excellence and innovation. A graduate of the prestigious Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, Bangalore, Dr. Nihaz has refined his expertise through years of dedicated practice and an unwavering commitment to advancing patient care. Expanding his clinical acumen, Dr. Nihaz earned a Master’s degree in Healthcare Management from Griffith University, Australia. This advanced training has equipped him with the unique ability to integrate medical expertise with strategic healthcare administration. His holistic, system-oriented approach ensures optimal patient outcomes while enhancing operational efficiency.

Dr. Nihaz has garnered extensive experience in premier medical institutions across India and internationally, including the esteemed Gold Coast University Hospital in Australia, a $1.2 billion state-of-the-art healthcare facility. These global experiences have provided him with a broad perspective on healthcare delivery, enabling him to incorporate advanced, evidence-based practices into his work at YANS Medical Institute. Passionate about leveraging technology to revolutionize healthcare, Dr. Nihaz is committed to delivering exceptional, innovative care. His vision for YANS Medical Institute is to
establish it as a center of excellence, combining cutting-edge technology with a compassionate, patient-centric approach. By raising the bar in healthcare standards, he aims to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality treatment in an environment that prioritizes their well-being

Hafiz Aziz is a dedicated healthcare management professional with over 12 years of experience in P&L management, project management, operations, business transition, and business development. He holds an MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management from the Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad, and a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Anna University. Additionally, he completed the Executive Management Program at the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore.

Hafiz has been a key member of the leadership teams at renowned healthcare organisations across the Middle East and India, including Parkway Pantai India (IHH Berhad), KIMSHealth Group (Oman and Qatar), and NIMS Hospital in Kerala.With a deep understanding of Tier II and III healthcare markets, Hafiz is well-versed in the dynamics of running successful healthcare practices in emerging markets. He excels at developing innovative service delivery models that adapt to evolving customer needs and the changing business landscape.