Madhu Sasidhar

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its leadership team, Apollo Hospitals Group has appointed Dr. Madhu Sasidhar as the President & CEO of its Hospitals Division. Dr. Sasidhar’s appointment comes as part of a planned transition, following the retirement of the outgoing President, K Hari Prasad, who has served Apollo for an illustrious 27 years.

Bringing a wealth of experience to his new role, Dr. Sasidhar previously held various key positions at the renowned Cleveland Clinic, including President of Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital. With US board certifications in internal medicine, pulmonary, and critical care medicine, Dr. Sasidhar is not only a seasoned clinician but also a published author with significant contributions to medical literature including book chapters, journal articles, and peer-reviewed publications.


Moreover, Dr. Sasidhar’s expertise extends beyond clinical practice, as he is a self-taught programmer with a patent under his belt for a technology he developed at Cleveland Clinic Innovations. His educational background includes medical training at JIPMER, Pondicherry, followed by further studies and fellowships at prestigious institutions such as St Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, Yale University, and INSEAD.

Expressing his excitement about joining Apollo, Dr. Sasidhar highlighted the institution’s legacy of excellence in healthcare. He emphasized his commitment to furthering Apollo’s mission of delivering world-class care to patients not only in India but also globally. His vision aligns closely with that of Apollo’s founder, Chairman Dr. Prathap Chandra Reddy, who lauded Dr. Sasidhar’s blend of administrative acumen, clinical expertise, and technological prowess.

In his statement, Dr. Reddy expressed confidence in Dr. Sasidhar’s ability to steer Apollo through its next phase of growth, setting new benchmarks for quality, compassion, and advanced care. Dr. Sasidhar echoed this sentiment, pledging to work closely with Apollo’s leadership team to expand its reach and elevate standards of care across the healthcare landscape.


Dr. Sasidhar’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Apollo’s journey towards excellence, heralding a new era of innovation and patient-centric healthcare under his leadership. As Apollo continues to evolve and adapt to the changing healthcare landscape, Dr. Sasidhar’s strategic vision and expertise are poised to drive the organization towards even greater heights of success and impact.


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