Meet Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, a Kerala-born radiologist who has risen to become India’s richest doctor, transforming his medical expertise into a ₹30,770 crore global healthcare empire that spans three countries and continues to grow.
From humble beginnings in Kozhikode, Kerala, to becoming a billionaire healthcare entrepreneur, Dr. Vayalil’s journey is one of vision, grit, and relentless commitment to expanding accessible medical care. He is the founder and chairman of VPS Healthcare, a multinational network of 22 hospitals and over 125 medical centers across the UAE, Oman, and India.
A radiologist by training, Dr. Vayalil began his career in Abu Dhabi after completing his medical studies at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal. In 2007, at just 30 years old, he took a leap of faith and founded his first hospital. Since then, his empire has grown rapidly, employing over 15,000 people and treating millions of patients annually.
“Healthcare is not just a business—it’s a service. And the greatest return is the lives we save and the hope we restore,” Dr. Vayalil has said.
Apart from being a medical entrepreneur, Dr. Vayalil is also the son-in-law of Lulu Group founder M.A. Yusuff Ali, and has featured on Forbes’ list of billionaires. Despite his wealth, he remains deeply involved in philanthropic efforts, especially in education and health outreach in rural India.
His hospitals are known for cutting-edge technology, ethical practices, and international quality standards—setting benchmarks for private healthcare in the Gulf and South Asia.
Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil’s story is a powerful example of how medical knowledge, business acumen, and social purpose can come together to redefine global healthcare. He stands not only as India’s richest doctor, but also as one of its most impactful.
