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Moopen’s extensive academic background, including her chartered accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, a finance degree from the University of Michigan, and leadership studies at Harvard University, has significantly informed her contributions to healthcare
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Her dedication and strategic insight continue to inspire advancements across Aster DM Healthcare’s operations and elevate the standard of care offered to patients worldwide.
Alisha Moopen, Deputy Managing Director of Aster DM Healthcare, recently received the prestigious Pravasi Bhushan Award, recognizing her impactful leadership in healthcare, expresshealthcare.in reported.
On November 8, 2024, Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose, Governor of West Bengal, presented the award at a ceremony held at Aster Medcity, Kochi, attended by prominent figures including MP Hibi Eden and senior leaders from Aster DM Healthcare. The event also marked the launch of Aster Medcity’s CAR-T Cell Therapy Programme, an advanced treatment for blood cancers, making Aster one of the few centers in India to offer this transformative therapy.
Alisha Moopen’s leadership has played a crucial role in expanding Aster DM Healthcare’s services and market reach, transforming it into one of India’s largest healthcare networks. Since joining the organization in 2013, Moopen has driven the company’s growth, leading efforts that now serve millions of patients and employ a team of over 17,000 healthcare professionals. Under her guidance, Aster DM Healthcare has evolved into a comprehensive care provider, offering services across primary to quaternary healthcare.
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Aster DM Healthcare’s oncology advancements, including CAR-T cell therapy at Aster Medcity and IOeRT treatment at Aster Whitefield, Bangalore, align with the organization’s commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative, technology-driven care
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Aster’s approach integrates precision medicine, connected healthcare, and AI solutions, furthering its mission of accessible healthcare for all
In her acceptance speech, Moopen expressed gratitude for the recognition, attributing her success to the vision and dedication of her father, Dr. Azad Moopen, Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare. She said, “This award symbolizes our commitment to patient care and innovation, driven by our Chairman’s journey of building Aster from a single clinic into a global healthcare institution in just three decades. I am honored to carry forward his legacy of excellence and to work towards making quality healthcare accessible to all.”
Alongside the award, the event highlighted the launch of the CAR-T Cell Therapy Programme at Aster Medcity. This groundbreaking treatment offers new hope to patients with relapsed or treatment-resistant blood cancers such as leukemia and B-cell lymphoma. Moopen emphasized the therapy’s potential impact, stating, “CAR T-cell therapy represents a significant advancement in cancer care, particularly for patients with limited options. With this launch, Aster Medcity is poised to provide world-class, accessible treatment, helping reduce the financial and logistical burdens often associated with this highly specialized therapy.”
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