Team

Meet The PAN India Team

Dr. Rajeena Shahin

MEDICAL DIRECTOR
PAN INDIA

Dr. Rajeena Shahin is one of the most ardent champions of transforming healthcare with therapeutic lifestyle interventions in India. She has completed an MBBS from T.D. Medical College, Kerala, India and holds a Masters in Business Administration from Bharathidasan University, Trichy, TN, India. She is a DIPLOMATE for Specialization in Lifestyle Medicine Physician from the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM). She founded a health-tech platform facilitating comprehensive therapeutic lifestyle interventions for managing lifestyle disease & has transformed the lives of more than 2,000 clients as of 2022.

Dr. Shahin holds the firm belief that individual lifestyle choices have far-reaching impacts and are inextricably intertwined with planetary health and sustainability. She sees herself as a catalyst and ardent advocate of the movement to transform global healthcare systems with lifestyle & primarily plant-based nutrition at the core

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Shruti Sharma

PROGRAM MANAGER
PAN INDIA

Shruti Sharma is a seasoned public health researcher with over 10 years of experience dedicated to improving population health. With a primary focus on Population Health Informatics, she combines data analysis and technology to identify patterns and trends in public health. Shruti’s research explores innovative ways to leverage data and technology for better population health outcomes. She has collaborated with prominent organizations like ICMR and NITI Ayog, working on diverse areas including mHealth, surveillance systems, and decision support systems.

Passionate about utilizing technology and data, Shruti strives to address public health challenges and enhance population health outcomes. Currently serving as a program manager for PAN India, she is committed to making a significant impact on global health and well-being through research and innovation. With her expertise and collaborative approach, Shruti contributes to a healthier future for all.

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Ashish Sabharwal

ADVISOR

Dr. Ashish Sabharwal is a highly skilled C-level executive with a proven track record in conceptualizing, building, and scaling operational models for successful global implementation. With expertise in strategy, business development, program management, government interactions, and fundraising, he has consistently delivered impactful results. As the Vice President & Regional Director, Southeast Asia, for Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft charity, Dr. Sabharwal played a pivotal role in transforming the lives of 1.3 million individuals through cleft lip and palate surgeries across multiple continents. With a strong network of connections in the healthcare industry, including hospitals, doctors, medical associations, and health organizations, he brings valuable insights and collaborative partnerships to the table.

Dr. Sabharwal’s leadership extends to his previous role as CEO and Executive Director of Bakson Multispecialty Hospital, where he successfully transformed the facility into a top-tier 100-bed hospital, offering quality and affordable healthcare services. Additionally, as the CEO of iSON Health, he spearheaded the development of a strategic business plan for healthcare access and affordability, leveraging digital technology and innovation to revolutionize the medical value travel industry globally. Driven by his passion for effective and impactful health programs, Dr. Ashish Sabharwal combines business acumen, inspirational management, and a genuine commitment to improving healthcare outcomes.

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International Team

Niklas Oppenrieder, MD

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Kerstin Plehwe

VICE CHAIR & CEO

Mark Hofmann

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

PAN Journal Club

Abhishek

Dr. Pritam S M

Dr. Sindhura

Nitesh

Sulaiman

Tanya Singh