MediBuddy appoints Nijil George as Senior Vice President and Head of Operations

Digital healthcare platform MediBuddy has announced the appointment of Nijil George as its Senior Vice President and Head of Operations. 

The move is part of MediBuddy’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its leadership team, as the company focuses on expanding its reach in the healthcare sector.

Nijil George brings over 21 years of experience in operations, having held key leadership roles at well-known companies such as Amazon and Marico.

His extensive background in scaling operations, process excellence, and strategic sourcing positions him as a valuable addition to MediBuddy’s leadership team.

Role and responsibilities at MediBuddy

In his new position, George will oversee crucial operational initiatives at MediBuddy, including expanding the company’s network, enhancing customer experience, and optimizing costs. He will also focus on building a culture of executional excellence, which aligns with MediBuddy’s mission to provide high-quality healthcare services to a billion people.

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Leadership comments

Satish Kannan, Co-founder and CEO of MediBuddy, said, “Nijil brings a unique blend of innovative thinking and operational discipline that is crucial for scaling our services. His ability to implement cutting-edge solutions while maintaining a relentless focus on efficiency will act as a catalyst for MediBuddy as we expand our reach.”

George expressed excitement about joining MediBuddy at a transformative time for healthcare in India. He shared his thoughts on the challenge of delivering healthcare to such a large population, saying, “The challenge of delivering quality healthcare to a billion people is both immense and inspiring. My experience in scaling complex systems at global tech giants has shown me the transformative power of innovative operations.”

He further emphasized his goals for his new role, stating, “Our goal isn’t just to improve healthcare access; it’s to fundamentally redefine what quality healthcare means in the digital age. This is a chance to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of an entire nation.”

George's prior experience

Nijil George is an alumnus of the Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon, and he has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive transformative results throughout his career. At Amazon India, he played a pivotal role in enhancing operational productivity and launched a voice assistant-based training program to improve onboarding during peak periods.

At Marico, George was recognized for his innovative approach to commodity forecasting, which earned him the prestigious Marico Innovation Award.