Medtronic Names Mandeep Singh Kumar as VP of India Operations
India Medtronic, a subsidiary of the global healthcare giant Medtronic plc, has announced the appointment of Mandeep Singh Kumar as its new Vice President and Managing Director, effective May 2024. Kumar succeeds Michael Blackwell, who has returned to the United States to pursue fresh endeavors.
With a career spanning over 25 years in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and medical technology sectors, Kumar brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. His background includes strategic development, execution, commercial excellence, and team leadership. Prior to joining Medtronic, Kumar served as the country leader at Intuitive India, where he played a pivotal role in expanding patient access and building a robust ecosystem for robotic-assisted surgery.
In his new capacity, Kumar will be tasked with overseeing sales, marketing, and commercial operations for Medtronic's business in India. His appointment underscores Medtronic's commitment to enhancing healthcare delivery and driving innovation in the Indian market.
Feng Dong, Vice President of Asia region-led markets at Medtronic, commended Kumar's leadership acumen and deep understanding of the Indian healthcare landscape. Dong expressed confidence that Kumar's strategic vision would facilitate the localization of innovations, foster strategic partnerships, and positively impact healthcare outcomes in India.
Expressing his enthusiasm for joining Medtronic, Kumar stated, “It gives me immense pleasure to commence a new journey with Medtronic, a company that is globally renowned for transforming healthcare. Medtronic's unwavering commitment to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending lives resonates deeply with me, and I am elated to join the team in keeping the mission alive in India. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead, and I am looking forward to collaborating with our talented teams, engaging with our customers and partners, and driving greater milestones in India's healthcare sector”.
Kumar's appointment comes at a crucial juncture as Medtronic continues to strengthen its presence in India and reinforce its commitment to advancing healthcare accessibility and innovation in the region. With his extensive experience and strategic leadership, Kumar is poised to lead India Medtronic towards achieving new milestones and driving positive change in the healthcare landscape.
