Dr. Bharat Dhareshwar, MD
General Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Hospital Administration

CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: +91 9920553793
Email: [email protected]
Current Address: B/17, Western Railway Officers Flats, IMC Road, Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Date of Birth: 27-09-1956

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished physician and hospital administrator with 45+ years of medical practice and expertise in General Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Critical Care. Demonstrated leadership in managing large multi-hospital systems with 960+ beds and supporting 400,000+ beneficiaries. Recognized for introducing innovative patient care protocols, advancing medical education, and pioneering wellness initiatives. Strong track record in clinical excellence, postgraduate training, and community health outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS
MBBS – 1979 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
MD (General Medicine) – 1985 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
WHO Fellowship – Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, 1999 | Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Chief Consultant, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
October 2018 – Present
Lead clinical training for postgraduate and DNB students across inpatient, outpatient, and intensive care settings
Manage critically ill patients as attending physician and intensivist
Incharge, Department of Geriatric Medicine (2019–2023)
Direct clinical supervision and quality improvement initiatives
Principal Chief Medical Director, Western Railway
December 2015 – October 2018
Oversaw 7 hospitals with 960 beds, 601 employee colonies, and 57 health units
Direct supervision: 44 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~3,000 employees across 7 channels
Supported 400,000+ beneficiaries (Railway employees, retirees, and families)
Key Achievements:
Enforced comprehensive postgraduate education through daily sessions, weekly seminars, and CME programs
Conducted 100+ medical camps and multiple training programs (NCD management, food safety, water quality testing, e-procurement)
Implemented training in coordination with FSSAI for food safety certification
Introduced Ethics and Stress Management training across all railway medical facilities
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation programs benefiting 60,000+ employees for stress management and comprehensive wellness
Implemented international standard patient etiquette and care protocols
Designed pre- and post-employment medical examinations and occupational health services
Medical Director, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
December 2012 – December 2015
Managed 330-bed tertiary care facility supporting 100,000+ beneficiaries
Direct supervision: 9 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~500 employees
Led major institutional transformation including comprehensive hospital refurbishment and patient process streamlining
Directed construction of G+7 Annexe building (2014), completed ahead of schedule

ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Professional Association Leadership:
President, Scientific Association of Medical Officers (SAMO-JRH): 2012–2015
Patron, SAMO-JRH: 2015–2018
Chairman, Railway Chapter of API (RAPI): 2013–Present
President, Mumbai Chapter of API: 2015–2017
Teaching & Mentoring:
DNB Mentor & Coach since 1994 (produced Gold Medalist student)
DNB FAT (Formative Assessment Test) Examiner: 2015
Guide for DNB thesis research projects
Bronchoscopy Protege of Dr. A.A. Mahasur, KEM Hospital, Parel
Academic Recognition:
Invited to Carnegie University, Pittsburgh, NY (2017) for Advanced Management Course

CURRENT CLINICAL ACTIVITIES
Geriatric Department – Outreach & Community Engagement
Weekly Community Outreach:
Regular visits to affiliated old age homes:
Seal Ashram, Nere Panvel
Baiti Ashram, Panvel
Paramshantidham, Panvel
Direct referral pathway for senior citizen OPD care and hospital admissions
Specialized Geriatric Clinics
Nutrition Clinic – Specialized nutritional assessment and management for elderly
Memory Clinic – Cognitive assessment and dementia management
Falls Clinic – Fall risk assessment and prevention strategies
Outpatient Specialty Follow-Up Clinics
Comprehensive management of chronic conditions in elderly patients:
Cerebrovascular disease (Stroke)
Coronary artery disease (IHD)
Diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Musculoskeletal disorders
Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases
Pre-surgical fitness evaluation
Hospital Services
OPD consultation
Special wards and general ward management
ICU critical care services for elderly patients
Grand rounds and clinical teaching in medicine wards

POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION & RESEARCH
Supervised Dissertations
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Antarikhya Bordoloi
Clinical Study of Urinary Tract Infection in Geriatric Population in a Tertiary Care Center
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Correlation of ECG Findings in Acute STEMI in Elderly with Coronary Angiography
Ongoing
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
Study of Carotid Intimal Thickness in Elderly Diabetic and Hypertensive Patients
Ongoing
4
Dr. Rushabh Belgudri
Relationship of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Ongoing


Publications
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Shreya Gudi
Study of Factors that Affect Quality of Life in Elderly
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
A Study of Risk Factors of Fall in Elderly
Approval Pending (IJMSCR)


Research Papers
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Risk Factors of Post-COVID Fibrosis
Completed
2
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwar
Study of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Residents of Old Age Homes
Approval Pending (IEC)


Research Posters
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Post-COVID Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Left Cavernous Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm
Completed
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
A Rare Case Report on LGI1 Autoimmune Encephalitis
Completed



KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS & INNOVATIONS
Clinical & Administrative Excellence:
Introduced 8+ major innovations that significantly improved staff performance, timeliness, and organizational commitment
Established patient-centric care protocols aligned with international and national guidelines
Implemented comprehensive international-standard patient etiquette and treatment protocols
Education & Professional Development:
Established rigorous postgraduate education framework through daily revisionary sessions and extended learning programs
Mentored numerous medical professionals; produced award-winning graduates
Community Health & Wellness:
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation and stress management programs reaching 60,000+ railway employees across hospitals, health centers, and training facilities
Extended wellness initiatives to high-stress patient populations (cancer, non-communicable diseases) with documented positive outcomes
Guest faculty at prestigious institutions: Sanjeevani Trust (Lalbaug), Masina Hospital (Byculla), Tata Hospital (Parel) for Heartfullness meditation training
Occupational Health & Staff Development:
Established comprehensive preventative health programs including CPR training and employee wellness checkups
Conducted 100+ regional and local health awareness classes
Led ethics and stress management training initiatives across all railway medical facilities

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Hospital Management & Healthcare Administration
Clinical Medicine & Critical Care
Geriatric Medicine & Elderly Care
Postgraduate Medical Education & Mentorship
Medical Research & Publication
Occupational & Industrial Health
Patient Care Protocol Development
Community Health & Wellness Programs
Leadership & Team Management
Medical Ethics & Professional Development

COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Highly skilled in cross-functional communication with patients, medical staff, unions, and administrative personnel
Proven ability to lead diverse teams in complex healthcare environments
Strong track record of building institutional trust and stakeholder relationships
Effective communicator with expertise in patient education and staff engagement
Dr. Bharat Dhareshwar, MD
General Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Hospital Administration

CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: +91 9920553793
Email: [email protected]
Current Address: B/17, Western Railway Officers Flats, IMC Road, Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Date of Birth: 27-09-1956

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished physician and hospital administrator with 45+ years of medical practice and expertise in General Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Critical Care. Demonstrated leadership in managing large multi-hospital systems with 960+ beds and supporting 400,000+ beneficiaries. Recognized for introducing innovative patient care protocols, advancing medical education, and pioneering wellness initiatives. Strong track record in clinical excellence, postgraduate training, and community health outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS
MBBS – 1979 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
MD (General Medicine) – 1985 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
WHO Fellowship – Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, 1999 | Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Chief Consultant, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
October 2018 – Present
Lead clinical training for postgraduate and DNB students across inpatient, outpatient, and intensive care settings
Manage critically ill patients as attending physician and intensivist
Incharge, Department of Geriatric Medicine (2019–2023)
Direct clinical supervision and quality improvement initiatives
Principal Chief Medical Director, Western Railway
December 2015 – October 2018
Oversaw 7 hospitals with 960 beds, 601 employee colonies, and 57 health units
Direct supervision: 44 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~3,000 employees across 7 channels
Supported 400,000+ beneficiaries (Railway employees, retirees, and families)
Key Achievements:
Enforced comprehensive postgraduate education through daily sessions, weekly seminars, and CME programs
Conducted 100+ medical camps and multiple training programs (NCD management, food safety, water quality testing, e-procurement)
Implemented training in coordination with FSSAI for food safety certification
Introduced Ethics and Stress Management training across all railway medical facilities
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation programs benefiting 60,000+ employees for stress management and comprehensive wellness
Implemented international standard patient etiquette and care protocols
Designed pre- and post-employment medical examinations and occupational health services
Medical Director, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
December 2012 – December 2015
Managed 330-bed tertiary care facility supporting 100,000+ beneficiaries
Direct supervision: 9 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~500 employees
Led major institutional transformation including comprehensive hospital refurbishment and patient process streamlining
Directed construction of G+7 Annexe building (2014), completed ahead of schedule

ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Professional Association Leadership:
President, Scientific Association of Medical Officers (SAMO-JRH): 2012–2015
Patron, SAMO-JRH: 2015–2018
Chairman, Railway Chapter of API (RAPI): 2013–Present
President, Mumbai Chapter of API: 2015–2017
Teaching & Mentoring:
DNB Mentor & Coach since 1994 (produced Gold Medalist student)
DNB FAT (Formative Assessment Test) Examiner: 2015
Guide for DNB thesis research projects
Bronchoscopy Protege of Dr. A.A. Mahasur, KEM Hospital, Parel
Academic Recognition:
Invited to Carnegie University, Pittsburgh, NY (2017) for Advanced Management Course

CURRENT CLINICAL ACTIVITIES
Geriatric Department – Outreach & Community Engagement
Weekly Community Outreach:
Regular visits to affiliated old age homes:
Seal Ashram, Nere Panvel
Baiti Ashram, Panvel
Paramshantidham, Panvel
Direct referral pathway for senior citizen OPD care and hospital admissions
Specialized Geriatric Clinics
Nutrition Clinic – Specialized nutritional assessment and management for elderly
Memory Clinic – Cognitive assessment and dementia management
Falls Clinic – Fall risk assessment and prevention strategies
Outpatient Specialty Follow-Up Clinics
Comprehensive management of chronic conditions in elderly patients:
Cerebrovascular disease (Stroke)
Coronary artery disease (IHD)
Diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Musculoskeletal disorders
Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases
Pre-surgical fitness evaluation
Hospital Services
OPD consultation
Special wards and general ward management
ICU critical care services for elderly patients
Grand rounds and clinical teaching in medicine wards

POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION & RESEARCH
Supervised Dissertations
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Antarikhya Bordoloi
Clinical Study of Urinary Tract Infection in Geriatric Population in a Tertiary Care Center
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Correlation of ECG Findings in Acute STEMI in Elderly with Coronary Angiography
Ongoing
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
Study of Carotid Intimal Thickness in Elderly Diabetic and Hypertensive Patients
Ongoing
4
Dr. Rushabh Belgudri
Relationship of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Ongoing


Publications
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Shreya Gudi
Study of Factors that Affect Quality of Life in Elderly
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
A Study of Risk Factors of Fall in Elderly
Approval Pending (IJMSCR)


Research Papers
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Risk Factors of Post-COVID Fibrosis
Completed
2
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwar
Study of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Residents of Old Age Homes
Approval Pending (IEC)


Research Posters
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Post-COVID Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Left Cavernous Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm
Completed
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
A Rare Case Report on LGI1 Autoimmune Encephalitis
Completed



KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS & INNOVATIONS
Clinical & Administrative Excellence:
Introduced 8+ major innovations that significantly improved staff performance, timeliness, and organizational commitment
Established patient-centric care protocols aligned with international and national guidelines
Implemented comprehensive international-standard patient etiquette and treatment protocols
Education & Professional Development:
Established rigorous postgraduate education framework through daily revisionary sessions and extended learning programs
Mentored numerous medical professionals; produced award-winning graduates
Community Health & Wellness:
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation and stress management programs reaching 60,000+ railway employees across hospitals, health centers, and training facilities
Extended wellness initiatives to high-stress patient populations (cancer, non-communicable diseases) with documented positive outcomes
Guest faculty at prestigious institutions: Sanjeevani Trust (Lalbaug), Masina Hospital (Byculla), Tata Hospital (Parel) for Heartfullness meditation training
Occupational Health & Staff Development:
Established comprehensive preventative health programs including CPR training and employee wellness checkups
Conducted 100+ regional and local health awareness classes
Led ethics and stress management training initiatives across all railway medical facilities

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Hospital Management & Healthcare Administration
Clinical Medicine & Critical Care
Geriatric Medicine & Elderly Care
Postgraduate Medical Education & Mentorship
Medical Research & Publication
Occupational & Industrial Health
Patient Care Protocol Development
Community Health & Wellness Programs
Leadership & Team Management
Medical Ethics & Professional Development

COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Highly skilled in cross-functional communication with patients, medical staff, unions, and administrative personnel
Proven ability to lead diverse teams in complex healthcare environments
Strong track record of building institutional trust and stakeholder relationships
Effective communicator with expertise in patient education and staff engagement

Dr. Bharat Dhareshwar, MD
General Medicine | Geriatric Medicine | Hospital Administration

CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: +91 9920553793
Email: [email protected]
Current Address: B/17, Western Railway Officers Flats, IMC Road, Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Date of Birth: 27-09-1956

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished physician and hospital administrator with 45+ years of medical practice and expertise in General Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Critical Care. Demonstrated leadership in managing large multi-hospital systems with 960+ beds and supporting 400,000+ beneficiaries. Recognized for introducing innovative patient care protocols, advancing medical education, and pioneering wellness initiatives. Strong track record in clinical excellence, postgraduate training, and community health outreach.

QUALIFICATIONS
MBBS – 1979 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
MD (General Medicine) – 1985 | B.Y.L. Nair Hospital, Mumbai
WHO Fellowship – Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, 1999 | Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Chief Consultant, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
October 2018 – Present
Lead clinical training for postgraduate and DNB students across inpatient, outpatient, and intensive care settings
Manage critically ill patients as attending physician and intensivist
Incharge, Department of Geriatric Medicine (2019–2023)
Direct clinical supervision and quality improvement initiatives
Principal Chief Medical Director, Western Railway
December 2015 – October 2018
Oversaw 7 hospitals with 960 beds, 601 employee colonies, and 57 health units
Direct supervision: 44 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~3,000 employees across 7 channels
Supported 400,000+ beneficiaries (Railway employees, retirees, and families)
Key Achievements:
Enforced comprehensive postgraduate education through daily sessions, weekly seminars, and CME programs
Conducted 100+ medical camps and multiple training programs (NCD management, food safety, water quality testing, e-procurement)
Implemented training in coordination with FSSAI for food safety certification
Introduced Ethics and Stress Management training across all railway medical facilities
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation programs benefiting 60,000+ employees for stress management and comprehensive wellness
Implemented international standard patient etiquette and care protocols
Designed pre- and post-employment medical examinations and occupational health services
Medical Director, Jagjivanram Hospital, Western Railway
December 2012 – December 2015
Managed 330-bed tertiary care facility supporting 100,000+ beneficiaries
Direct supervision: 9 staff members; Indirect supervision: ~500 employees
Led major institutional transformation including comprehensive hospital refurbishment and patient process streamlining
Directed construction of G+7 Annexe building (2014), completed ahead of schedule

ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP ROLES
Professional Association Leadership:
President, Scientific Association of Medical Officers (SAMO-JRH): 2012–2015
Patron, SAMO-JRH: 2015–2018
Chairman, Railway Chapter of API (RAPI): 2013–Present
President, Mumbai Chapter of API: 2015–2017
Teaching & Mentoring:
DNB Mentor & Coach since 1994 (produced Gold Medalist student)
DNB FAT (Formative Assessment Test) Examiner: 2015
Guide for DNB thesis research projects
Bronchoscopy Protege of Dr. A.A. Mahasur, KEM Hospital, Parel
Academic Recognition:
Invited to Carnegie University, Pittsburgh, NY (2017) for Advanced Management Course

CURRENT CLINICAL ACTIVITIES
Geriatric Department – Outreach & Community Engagement
Weekly Community Outreach:
Regular visits to affiliated old age homes:
Seal Ashram, Nere Panvel
Baiti Ashram, Panvel
Paramshantidham, Panvel
Direct referral pathway for senior citizen OPD care and hospital admissions
Specialized Geriatric Clinics
Nutrition Clinic – Specialized nutritional assessment and management for elderly
Memory Clinic – Cognitive assessment and dementia management
Falls Clinic – Fall risk assessment and prevention strategies
Outpatient Specialty Follow-Up Clinics
Comprehensive management of chronic conditions in elderly patients:
Cerebrovascular disease (Stroke)
Coronary artery disease (IHD)
Diabetes mellitus
Hypertension
Musculoskeletal disorders
Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases
Pre-surgical fitness evaluation
Hospital Services
OPD consultation
Special wards and general ward management
ICU critical care services for elderly patients
Grand rounds and clinical teaching in medicine wards

POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION & RESEARCH
Supervised Dissertations
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Antarikhya Bordoloi
Clinical Study of Urinary Tract Infection in Geriatric Population in a Tertiary Care Center
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Correlation of ECG Findings in Acute STEMI in Elderly with Coronary Angiography
Ongoing
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
Study of Carotid Intimal Thickness in Elderly Diabetic and Hypertensive Patients
Ongoing
4
Dr. Rushabh Belgudri
Relationship of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
Ongoing


Publications
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Shreya Gudi
Study of Factors that Affect Quality of Life in Elderly
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
A Study of Risk Factors of Fall in Elderly
Approval Pending (IJMSCR)


Research Papers
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Risk Factors of Post-COVID Fibrosis
Completed
2
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwar
Study of Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Residents of Old Age Homes
Approval Pending (IEC)


Research Posters
SR.NO
Student Name
Research Topic
Status
1
Dr. Rucha Sane
Post-COVID Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Completed
2
Dr. Rutuja Sadigale
Left Cavernous Internal Carotid Artery Aneurysm
Completed
3
Dr. Radhika Vishveshwara
A Rare Case Report on LGI1 Autoimmune Encephalitis
Completed



KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS & INNOVATIONS
Clinical & Administrative Excellence:
Introduced 8+ major innovations that significantly improved staff performance, timeliness, and organizational commitment
Established patient-centric care protocols aligned with international and national guidelines
Implemented comprehensive international-standard patient etiquette and treatment protocols
Education & Professional Development:
Established rigorous postgraduate education framework through daily revisionary sessions and extended learning programs
Mentored numerous medical professionals; produced award-winning graduates
Community Health & Wellness:
Pioneered Heartfullness meditation and stress management programs reaching 60,000+ railway employees across hospitals, health centers, and training facilities
Extended wellness initiatives to high-stress patient populations (cancer, non-communicable diseases) with documented positive outcomes
Guest faculty at prestigious institutions: Sanjeevani Trust (Lalbaug), Masina Hospital (Byculla), Tata Hospital (Parel) for Heartfullness meditation training
Occupational Health & Staff Development:
Established comprehensive preventative health programs including CPR training and employee wellness checkups
Conducted 100+ regional and local health awareness classes
Led ethics and stress management training initiatives across all railway medical facilities

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Hospital Management & Healthcare Administration
Clinical Medicine & Critical Care
Geriatric Medicine & Elderly Care
Postgraduate Medical Education & Mentorship
Medical Research & Publication
Occupational & Industrial Health
Patient Care Protocol Development
Community Health & Wellness Programs
Leadership & Team Management
Medical Ethics & Professional Development

COMMUNICATION & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Highly skilled in cross-functional communication with patients, medical staff, unions, and administrative personnel
Proven ability to lead diverse teams in complex healthcare environments
Strong track record of building institutional trust and stakeholder relationships
Effective communicator with expertise in patient education and staff engagement

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