Meet the exceptional team members of WIINS Hospitals, leading the way in healthcare
excellence right in the heart of Kolhapur. Their expertise and commitment are the driving
forces behind our promise to deliver the best care to every patient.

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Dr. Santosh Kamalesh Prabhu

Chairman and Chief Neurosurgeon

Degree:
MBBS
MS
MCh Neurosurgery

Biography:
Dr. Santosh Kamalesh Prabhu is a distinguished neurosurgeon currently serving as Chairman and Chief Neurosurgeon at WIINS. With expertise in Parkinson’s surgery, psychosurgery, vascular neurosurgery, and brain tumours, he is renowned for his exceptional surgical skills.

Expertise:
Parkinson’s Surgery (VIM Thalamotomy)
Psychosurgery- Bilateral Amygdalotomy
Brain Tumors and Spine Surgeries
Aneurysm
Cingulotomy
Vascular Neurosurgery
AVMS

Awards and Achievements:
FIE foundation Lifetime achievement award.
Aavishkar Foundation Lifetime achievement award.
Maharashtra Bhushan Puraskar.
Lokmat Health Ikon of South Maharashtra.
Times of India Health Ikon.
Governor’s Award for Best. Neurosurgeon of Maharashtra.
Governor’s Award to WIINS for Best Neuro Institute of Maharashtra.
Received the LIFETIME Achievement Award from HDFC BANK- 4th largest Bank in the world.
Received NEUROSURGERY EXCELLENCE AWARD, from Mahasatta Group at the hands
of His Holiness Shri Shankaracharya of Karveer Peeth.
Received LIFE-TIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD from I.M.A Kolhapur.

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Dr. Sujata Santosh Prabhu

Executive Director and Chief Neuroanesthesiologist

Degree:
MBBS
MB DA

Biography:
Dr. Sujata Santosh Prabhu, MBBS, MB DA., serves as the Executive Director and Chief Neuroanesthesiologist, distinguished for her pioneering role as the first neuroanesthesiologist in Kolhapur. With expertise in neuroanesthesia and facilitating neurosurgical operations, she is known for her proficiency in techniques such as adenosine-induced temporary cardiac arrest.

Expertise:
Neuro Anaesthesia
1st Neuroanesthesiologist of Kolhapur
Adenosine induced temporary cardiac arrest
Neurosurgical operations
Hospital administration

Awards and Achievements:
Presented paper at a national conference awarded 1st prize.
Invited speaker at NSI National Conference on “Making of Non-Corporate Hospital”.
Received specialized training in Hospital Administration at IIM Ahmedabad.
Presented work with WIINS at a prestigious platform.
Designed a 100-bedded neuroscience center at WIINS, featured in Architectural magazine
as Best Designed Hospital.

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Dr. Akash Santosh Prabhu

Consultant Neurosurgeon, Director Clinical services

Degree:
MBBS
MCh Neurosurgery
Spine fellow Cleveland Clinic USA

Biography:
Dr. Akash Santosh Prabhu, MBBS, MCh Neurosurgery, brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Consultant Neurosurgeon and Director of Clinical Services at WIINS Hospitals. With specialized training as a Spine Fellow at the renowned Cleveland Clinic, USA, Dr. Prabhu is recognized for his proficiency in neurosurgery.

Expertise:
Endoscopic Minimally invasive Microsurgery
Micro Vascular Surgery
Spine Surgery

Awards and Achievements:
Micro vascular surgery training at Ethicon -Johnson & Johnson laboratories Chennai.
Microvascular Brain-bypass training at Walter Dandy Society, Jaipur.
Advanced Neurotrauma Management – NIMHANS Bangalore.
Spine Surgery training – Cleveland Clinic ( Professor Edward Benzel).

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Dr. Deyonna Akash Prabhu

Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, Medical Superintendent

Degree:
MBBS
MS General Surgery
MCh. Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Biography:
Dr. Deyonna Akash Prabhu, equipped with an M BBS, MS in General Surgery, and MCh in
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, serves as a Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
and Medical Superintendent at WI INS Hospital, Kolhapur. With a focus on enhancing patients’ lives through surgical interventions, Dr. Prabhu’s expertise lies in the intricate realm of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Expertise:
Craniofacial Surgery
Aesthetic Surgery
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery
Auricle Reconstruction

Awards and Achievements:
Gold medalist and Best Outgoing Student: Dr V. Nanjunda Rao.
First Prize in the Mysore Surgical Society Poster Award.
Best Scientific Paper Award: INDOCLEFT.

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Dr. Venkat Holsambre

Group CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

Degree:
MBBS
Fellowship in Emergency Medicine
MBA (Hospital Management)

Biography:
Dr. Venkat Holsambre is an accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in the healthcare sector. He has worked with renowned corporate hospital chains in India and has earned significant achievements as a healthcare administrator. Dr. Holsambre is also the Founder of Suryatiru Healthcare Services Pvt. Ltd.

Expertise:
Healthcare Management
P&L Management
Hospital Clinical Quality
People Management
Project Management

Awards and Achievements:
Former Vice President of Marathwada Hospital Association.
Awarded the 101 Most Fabulous Global Healthcare Leaders Award in February 2020 at
Taj Lands End, Mumbai.
Life Member of The Research Foundation of Hospital and Healthcare Administration.
Founder Member of the Zonal Transplant Coordination Committee, Chhatrapati
Sambhajinagar.
Founder of Suryatiru Healthcare Services Pvt. Ltd.

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Mr. Sandip Wanmali

CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

Degree:
MBA, University of Pune
M.Sc in Biotechnology, University of Nagpur

Biography:
Mr. Sandip Wanmali is a healthcare professional with more than 17 years of comprehensive experience. He specializes in Hospital Operations, Marketing, and Business Development, focusing on helping medium and large non-corporate hospitals enhance both medical and operational processes.

Expertise:
 Specializes in launching greenfield and brownfield healthcare projects
Proficient in hospital operations and management
Pivotal in driving cross-functional teams and advancing the healthcare sector
Assists non-corporate hospitals in optimizing medical and operational processes

Awards and Achievements:
Co-founder of the healthcare startup Health Alliance LLP.
 Held senior management positions at leading healthcare organizations.

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Mr. Chinmay Krishnakumar Thakkar

Chief Operating Officer

Degree:
Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), University of Mumbai
P.G. Diploma in Marketing Management, Hospital Management, and Digital Marketing

Biography:
Mr. Chinmay Thakkar is an accomplished healthcare administrator with over 24 years of diverse experience in Sales, Marketing, and Hospital Operations. He has a proven track record of driving revenue growth, developing strategic plans, and optimizing operations within healthcare systems. Mr. Thakkar excels in building strong customer relationships while enhancing patient care outcomes.

Expertise:
Healthcare Operations Management
Business Development & Marketing
Financial Management
Service Optimization & Inventory Management
Stakeholder Management
Regulatory Compliance

Awards and Achievements:
Held leadership roles at well-known hospitals, optimizing operations.
Enhanced patient referral networks through strategic partnerships with GPs and consultants.
Successfully developed strong cross-functional teams in healthcare operations.

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