Dr. Rahul Singh Amritraj
Greater Noida, August 20, 2025 – In a fresh step forward for medical breakthroughs, the Centre for Medical Innovation (CMI) at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) in Greater Noida has picked Dr. Rahul Singh Amritraj to lead as its new Chief Executive Officer. This move, shared just two days ago, marks a big moment for India’s first public hospital-based setup aimed at sparking new ideas in healthcare. CMI, run as a Section-8 company under the Uttar Pradesh government, focuses on turning hospital insights into real-world fixes for health problems.
Dr. Rahul, as many know him, brings a strong mix of skills to the job. He holds an MBA in healthcare from the well-regarded Faculty of Management Studies at Delhi University and a PhD in oral cancer research. His past work includes starting the Manavta Cancer Foundation to help cancer patients and co-founding Oral Scope, a tool for spotting oral cancer early that got backing from the Indian government. Before this role, he served as the head of incubation at GIMS, where he helped guide startups in medical tech. Folks close to him say his journey from a teacher’s family in Bihar and Jharkhand to leading roles in Delhi shows his drive and wide view on health needs across India.
The appointment comes at a time when CMI is pushing to grow. Set up to blend hospital care with new inventions, it’s the only one of its kind in a public setup. Leaders at GIMS hope Dr. Rahul will speed up partnerships between doctors, researchers, and young companies. “This is about making healthcare better and reachable for everyone,” a source from the institute shared. With rising health challenges like cancer and chronic illnesses, CMI aims to back ideas that solve real issues faced in clinics every day.
Dr. Rahul’s vision fits right in. He’s spoken before about using tech to catch diseases early and train more people in health innovation. In his new spot, he’ll oversee programs that link startups with hospital trials, funding, and expert advice. Recent updates show CMI is already working on projects like better tools for cancer screening and ways to improve patient care through simple tech.
This change has got people talking in health circles. On LinkedIn, posts from Dr. Rahul and media outlets praise the pick as a win for fresh thinking in public health. One post highlighted his 18 years of growth from school days to this top post, calling it inspiring. Experts say his know-how in dentistry and startups will help CMI stand out.
GIMS itself is a key player in Uttar Pradesh’s health scene, offering top-notch medical education and care. With Dr. Rahul at the helm, CMI could draw more talent and funds, boosting the area’s role as a hub for medical advances. As he steps in, many are watching to see how this leads to real changes that help patients on the ground.
The team at CMI is excited, and early signs point to quick wins in building ties with other institutes and firms. For now, this appointment feels like a solid push toward a healthier future, one idea at a time.
