Tell us about yourself!

I am the Executive Director at The Bluffs, a not-for-profit skilled nursing facility in Columbia, MO. I am originally from Mangalore, India. I received a medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India. I practiced medicine for a few years. I wanted to make a greater impact on healthcare rather than treating patients between the four walls of a clinic. This led me in exploring the field of healthcare administration.

My wife, Angela, is a Geriatric Consultant Pharmacist at CVS Health. We both enjoy working in senior living. We live in Jefferson City, MO. We have two daughters, Kinsley & Brielle. Besides work I enjoy spending time with family, reading books, and watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Mizzou Tiger games.

I went on to receive an MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and I am a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Describe your career journey!
About a decade ago my personal life brought me to Missouri. Since then, I have managed a wide variety of senior living communities including Skilled Nursing Facilities, Life Care CCRCs, and transitional care centers. I have worked for large senior living corporations like Brookdale Senior Living. I also worked in government and non-profit settings. Before coming to The Bluffs, I managed 7 veterans’ nursing homes for the State of Missouri. I enjoy giving back to the community.

When I started caring for seniors, I realized the most rewarding part was building relationships and making lasting friendships. The tremendous gratitude and appreciation shown by seniors lured me into the field deeper and deeper.

Why do you precept for the MSHM program?
I also enjoy teaching healthcare administration. I believe it’s an opportunity to amplify the impact on healthcare.

This preceptor was featured on the MSHM LinkedIn page!