Radhika Vasanthakumar
Previous Company: Director of a city Hospital in Chennai and a rural clinic in Ponneri (a village 40kms from Chennai) for the past 20 years
Sector: Healthcare
Work Experience: Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist for 20 years
Professional Interests: Healthcare of rural women, Family planning and Infertility
Other Interests: Travelling, Music, Reading fiction and nonfiction

Why the ISB?
I was looking for a one year management course that suits my profile and that too right here in India. This programme turned out to be an excellent fit. The biggest attraction was the high quality international faculty.

As a Doctor, what made you opt for this Programme and how do you think it will contribute to your career growth?
In recent years corporate hospitals and health insurance have brought major changes in healthcare delivery. We, doctors, have never been great managers, as medical curriculum does not cover any aspect of management.

Moreover, I realised that I have reached a point in my career where further growth is not possible. I want to reach many more people especially rural women with a broader perspective of policy making and implementation of health programmes. I hope this management studies will help me to achieve my goal.    

What are some of the opportunities you are looking forward to?
I am looking forward at two opportunities. Firstly, I can start a network of rural hospitals with a main server city hospital to improve the quality of healthcare in rural India and create local employment in villages. Secondly, I can work in organisations like WHO, Clinton Foundation, etc. in healthcare related management policy making roles.

How has the ISB surprised you?
The fast pace programme is amazing. I have survived two terms. I am impressed by the outstanding capabilities of our faculty.

On your peer group
Very adoptive and flexible! They have taken me as one among them and I really enjoy the company of these youngsters.

How would you describe the ISB to a prospective student?
I am proud of being a part of this prestigious School. The ISB opens up so many opportunities that selection becomes difficult. This programme has made me view the world in a different light. Of course the ISB is amongst the Global Top 20! Honestly, ISB is the best Indian B-school.