Dr Nalanda Jayadev
CEO
Aster Medcity
As a passionate proponent of Precision Health, Dr Jayadev is on a
mission to create an equitable, ethical and sustainable healthcare
ecosystem that alleviates suffering through precision care by
leveraging the best of healthcare providers, cutting-edge technology
and Big Data.
With a rigorous education in Medicine, Law, and Management and
over 20 years of experience across leading healthcare organizations,
he has emerged as a transformational healthcare leader ready to
address the challenges of a VUCA world.
The Healing Touch
Dr. Jayadev’s journey in healthcare began at K S Hegde Medical
Academy, Mangaluru, where a strong strong foundation in clinical
practice was laid. His medical education shaped his commitment to
ethical care, empathy, and resilience in navigating complex, ethically
& legally sensitive healthcare scenarios.
The Hawk Eye
Driven by his experiences, Dr. Jayadev pursued advanced studies
in Forensic Medicine and Toxicology at Amrita School of Medicine,
Kochi, honing his critical thinking and attention to detail. His
research, including a widely-recognized method for estimating
stature from skeletal remains, has contributed to forensic science.
The Just Mind
A desire to understand healthcare law and ethics led Dr. Jayadev
to study law at Cochin University, broadening his perspective and
deepening his expertise in healthcare policy, legal drafting, and
negotiation. This knowledge complements his clinical background,
enabling him to address complex healthcare challenges from both
medical and legal perspectives.
Litigation Mitigation
At Rajagiri Hospital, Dr. Jayadev addressed key ethical issues in
healthcare, including end-of-life decisions, patient autonomy, and
medical negligence. As a medicolegal consultant, he pioneered
Kerala’s first Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit, ensuring the integrity
of medical evidence for justice. He also served as guest faculty in
Medical Jurisprudence for NUALS, Kochi.
Thought Leadership
As Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Rajagiri Hospital, Cochin,
Dr. Jayadev transformed the hospital operations by improving
efficiency, patient experience, and turnaround times (TATs) using
lean management and data-driven solutions. His expertise in conflict
resolution and strategy motivated him to complete the Senior
Management Program at IIM Kozhikode.
His leadership also focused on digital transformation, sustainability,
and patient safety. His appetite for innovation and risk has earned
him the repute as 'Disruptive Leader'!