Bengaluru, August 5th, 2026: Healthium Medtech Limited, a global medtech company, today announced the appointment of Gaurav Goel as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective August 1, 2026, following the recent elevation of Anish Bafna transitioning to the role of Non-Executive Chairman.
Gaurav joins Healthium with more than two decades of global leadership experience, with the last 11 years in the global medtech industry. Prior to joining Healthium, he served as Chief Commercial Officer at a leading global medical device company with a presence spanning more than 75 countries, and where he held global commercial responsibility and played a key role in expanding the company’s international footprint through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Gaurav’s appointment comes as Healthium enters its next phase of growth. In recent years, the company has expanded its presence to nearly 100 countries globally and significantly enhanced its offering and capabilities through strategic acquisitions, including AbGel, CareNow, VitalCare and, most recently, Paramount Surgimed.
Gaurav Goel, CEO and MD, Healthium Medtech Limited, said, “It is a privilege to join Healthium at such a momentous point of its growth journey. The company has built a strong foundation anchored in a talented team, a culture of innovation, clinical excellence, and the trust of healthcare professionals worldwide. As the precision MedTech landscape continues to evolve, Healthium is uniquely positioned to capitalise on new opportunities through its differentiated capabilities, robust portfolio, and expanding global presence. I look forward to working closely with our teams to accelerate innovation, expand our international footprint, and pursue strategic growth opportunities. Together, we will continue to deliver meaningful value to healthcare professionals and patients around the world.”
As Anish transitions into his new role as Non-Executive Chairman, he will continue contributing to Healthium’s strategic direction while supporting the leadership team.
Commenting on the announcement, Anish Bafna, Non-Executive Chairman, Healthium Medtech Limited, said, “The past eight years have been immensely rewarding, and I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished together. Healthium enters its next phase of growth from a position of strength, and I am delighted to welcome Gaurav as its next CEO and MD. His global experience, strategic vision, and proven leadership make him well placed to lead the company forward. I am confident that Healthium will continue to build on its strong momentum under his leadership.”
Healthium remains focused on executing its long-term strategy through continued investment in innovation, portfolio expansion and international growth.
About Healthium Medtech Limited:
Healthium Medtech Limited is a global medtech company focused on products in surgical, post-surgical, advanced wound care, arthroscopy and infection prevention segments. 1 in 5 surgeries conducted globally uses a Healthium product. It is the largest independent Indian medical device company and the largest non-captive manufacturer of surgical needles globally. With a vision to provide access to precision medtech for every patient globally, the company has built the nation’s largest sales force with an extensive market access in India, covering over 40,000 surgeons across 18,000 hospitals. The company’s diverse portfolio includes 52,000 SKUs across advanced surgery, arthroscopy, wound care and infection prevention products. With a strong focus on R&D, the company has 7 high precision, integrated and scaled manufacturing facilities with global certifications and approvals like US FDA, CDSCO, TGA, ISO, cGMP and CE under the stringent new EUDMR norms. Healthium has established a significant global presence, with exports spanning over 90 countries, including key markets such as the USA, France, Germany, and Brazil. The company also has a strong innovation footprint, with more than
100 designs and patents across the US, Europe, and India. Over the last four years, Healthium has expanded its portfolio through the launch of 35+ new products, including a patented range of arthroscopy solutions.
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Priya.Kumar@healthiummedtech.com
