Ameera Shah, Promoter and Executive Chairperson of Metropolis Healthcare, has been appointed as the President of NATHEALTH – Healthcare Federation of India for FY 2025-2026.
The announcement was made by Ameera herself through a LinkedIn post, where she expressed her gratitude and outlined her vision for the future of Indian healthcare.
This marks a significant leadership transition for NATHEALTH, an apex body dedicated to shaping the healthcare landscape in India.
Focus Areas for NATHEALTH
Under Ameera’s leadership, NATHEALTH aims to focus on:
- Digital Health Adoption: Accelerating the integration of technology to improve patient outcomes.
- Quality Standards: Strengthening regulations to ensure equitable access to care.
- Healthcare Innovation: Positioning India as a global leader in MedTech and diagnostics.
- Collaborative Ecosystem: Uniting stakeholders to address challenges and drive efficiency.
Ameera Shah’s Vision for Indian Healthcare
In her LinkedIn post, Ameera emphasized the transformative potential of India’s healthcare sector.
She emphasized the importance of achieving the goals of “Viksit Bharat 2047” through collective action.
This involves bridging gaps, improving quality, and advancing the adoption of digital health technologies.
Ameera’s vision includes:
- Strengthening the Healthcare Ecosystem: Building a robust infrastructure to support innovation and accessibility.
- Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborating across sectors to unlock opportunities in MedTech, diagnostics, hospitals, and medical value travel.
- Policy Advocacy: Driving reforms to make healthcare more resilient, inclusive, and future-ready.
Ameera expressed her commitment to fostering collaboration and working alongside key stakeholders, including Dr. Sangita Reddy, Himanshu Baid, Varun Khanna, Dr. Rishubh Gupta, and the NATHEALTH Secretariat and Governing Council team.
Leadership Transition at NATHEALTH
Ameera Shah succeeds Abhay Soi, Chairman and Managing Director of Max Healthcare Institute Ltd., as the President of NATHEALTH. The new leadership team includes:
- Dr. Sangita Reddy: Senior Vice President, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd.
- Himanshu Baid: Vice President, Managing Director of Poly Medicure Ltd.
- Varun Khanna: Secretary, Group Managing Director of Quality Care India Ltd.
- Dr. Rishubh Gupta: Treasurer, Managing Director for India and Neighboring Markets at Roche Diagnostics India Pvt Ltd.
This team is poised to address systemic challenges in the healthcare sector and drive initiatives that enhance access to quality care.
Ameera Shah’s Contributions to Healthcare
Ameera has over 24 years of experience at Metropolis Healthcare.
She has played a key role in transforming the organization from a single laboratory in Mumbai into a globally accredited pathology services provider.
Her strategic insights and leadership have made international-standard pathology both affordable and accessible across diverse socio-economic segments.
An alumna of the Owner-President Management Program at Harvard Business School, Ameera brings a global perspective to her role at NATHEALTH.
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