Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil

About

Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil is the Founder, Chairman & CEO of Burjeel Holdings, the leading healthcare provider in the UAE with a growing presence in Oman and the GCC. An entrepreneur and philanthropist, Dr. Shamsheer set up the first hospital, LLH Hospital, in Abu Dhabi in 2007 to address a gap in top-quality tertiary care in the UAE. In the last 15 years, Dr. Shamsheer has tirelessly worked to build one of the largest and most dynamic healthcare companies in the Gulf and the Middle East. Through his vision and strategy, Burjeel Holdings swiftly expanded into diverse brands such as Burjeel, Medeor, LLH, Lifecare, and Tajmeel comprising hospitals, medical centers, homecare and occupational health, and retail pharmacies. Dr. Shamsheer has received numerous global and local awards for his continuous pursuit of excellence in developing healthcare, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship across the region. He is the recipient of the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, India’s highest civilian award presented to Non-Resident Indians, and is among the first investors to receive a long-term residency in the UAE and Oman. Dr. Shamsheer is a member of the UAE Medical Council and a member of the advisory committee of the University of Sharjah College of Medicine. Born in Kozhikode in the south Indian state of Kerala, Dr. Shamsheer pursued MBBS and MD in radiology in India. Dr. Shamsheer attributes his inclination for philanthropy to the value system fostered by his parents, where doing charity is an inherent part of the family. He hopes his philanthropic efforts will make a deep impact on public health globally and inspire other young entrepreneurs to follow suit.