OFFICIAL IMA MAHARASHTRA
MMC ELECTIONS 2026 PANEL
DR. RAJEEV AGARWAL
Mira-Bhayander Mumbai
Pediatrician
+91 9821067023
Pediatrician
+91 9821067023
DR. SANJAY DESHMUKH
Pandharpur
Radiologist
+91 9822241698
Radiologist
+91 9822241698
DR. UJWALA KARAD (DAHIPHALE)
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Plastic Surgeon
+91 9850822648
Plastic Surgeon
+91 9850822648
DR. VASANT RAMRAOJI LUNGE
Amravati
Senior Professor Community Medicine
+91 9822564655
Senior Professor Community Medicine
+91 9822564655
DR. UMESH R. MARATHE
NASHIK
Gynecologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon & IVF Specialist
+91 9822073464
Gynecologist, Laparoscopic Surgeon & IVF Specialist
+91 9822073464
DR.VAIJAYANTI PATWARDHAN
PUNE
Obstetrician & Gynecologist
+91 9890840026
Obstetrician & Gynecologist
+91 9890840026
DR. PRASHANT RAHATE
NAGPUR
Laproscopic General Surgeon
+91 9822464068
Laproscopic General Surgeon
+91 9822464068
DR. PARTHIV B. SANGHVI
MUMBAI WEST
Laproscopic General Surgeon
+91 9820304284
Laproscopic General Surgeon
+91 9820304284
DR. GIRISH VITTHALRAO THAKUR
Parbhani
ENT Surgeon, Dean GMC Jalgaon
+91 9767994455
ENT Surgeon, Dean GMC Jalgaon
+91 9767994455
OUR AGENDA
FOR A STRONGER MEDICAL COUNCIL
DR. RAJEEV AGARWAL
PAEDIATRICIAN AND MEDICO LEGAL EXPERT
MBBS, MD PAEDIATRICS, ADHA, PGDMLS, FIAMS
MBBS, MD PAEDIATRICS, ADHA, PGDMLS, FIAMS
Strong representation, ethical governance, and a future-ready medical system for every doctor.
- Experienced Healthcare Leader
- Strong IMA Governance Experience
- Proven Administrative Expertise
- Effective Communication & Representation
- Crisis Management (COVID Leadership)
- Dedicated to Medical Fraternity
- Ethical & Responsible Leadership
- Strong Financial & Management Skills
- Available & Accessible 24x7
- Trusted by Peers & Institutions
- Director – Shree Kkasturi Medicare Pvt. Ltd.
- Past Treasurer – IMA Maharashtra State
- Past Treasurer – IMA Hospital Board of India
- Past National Director – IMA Hospital Board of India
- CWC Member – IMA Maharashtra
- Past Chairman – IMA AMS Chapter
- Past Co-Chairman – IMA Youth Wing
- Past President – AMC Mumbai
- Past President & Secretary – IMA Mira Bhayander
- Corona Veer Award (Hon. Governor of Maharashtra)
- IMA National Appreciation Award – 4 Times
- IMA Maharashtra Appreciation Award – 7 Times
- Lifetime Achievement Award – IMA Mira Bhayander
- Gold Medalist & University Topper (MBBS)
- Entrepreneur of the Year – National Chamber of Commerce & Business
DR. SANJAY DESHMUKH
RADIOLOGIST (MD RADIODIAGNOSIS)
To build a transparent, ethical, and future-ready Maharashtra Medical Council that truly represents, protects, and empowers every doctor.
- Managing Director – Shardul Diagnostic Centre (Multiple Locations)
- CEO – Lifeline Superspeciality Hospital, Pandharpur
- Chairman – Lifeline Multispeciality Hospitals (Satara & Mayani)
- Vice President – IMA Pandharpur (2024–25)
- President Elect – IMA Pandharpur (2026–27)
- CWC Representation & Active IMA Leadership
- MMC Representative – Medical Negligence Committee, Solapur District
- President – MSBRIA Solapur Chapter (2025–26)
- Vice President – MSBRIA Solapur Chapter (2024–25)
- Life Member – IRIA
- Life Member – Indian Red Cross Society
- Led 200-bed COVID Hospital in Pandharpur
- Dedicated COVID facility for Maharashtra Police
- Organized blood donation drives & awareness programs
- Conducts free medical camps for Warkari community
DR. UJWALA KARAD (DAHIPHALE)
CONSULTANT PLASTIC, COSMETIC, LASER & CLEFT
SURGEON
MCH (PLASTIC SURGERY), MS (GEN. SURGERY), MBBS
MCH (PLASTIC SURGERY), MS (GEN. SURGERY), MBBS
A transparent and ethical MMC with strong representation and protection for every doctor.
- Associate Professor – Plastic Surgery, Government Medical College, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Director – Dahiphale Super Speciality Hospital
- Director – ABMSS (Free Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery Initiative)
- Joint Secretary – IMA CGP National (2024–26)
- CWC Member – IMA HQ
- Past President – IMA Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Past Joint Secretary – IMA Maharashtra State
- Past Secretary – IMA AMS Maharashtra State
- MMC Accredited Speaker & Observer
- Medical Negligence Committee Member – MMC
- Project Director – Operation Smile India (2000+ free cleft surgeries)
- International Faculty & Team Leader for cleft surgeries
- IMA Maharashtra State Award (2024–25)
- IMA National President’s Appreciation Award
- Maharashtra Savitri Sanman Award
- Best Doctor Award – Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
- Rank Holder – All India Super Speciality Examination
DR. VASANT RAMRAOJI LUNGE
SENIOR PROFESSOR – COMMUNITY MEDICINE (MD,
MBBS)
To create a transparent, ethical, and future-ready Maharashtra Medical Council that represents, protects, and upholds the dignity of every doctor.
- Senior Professor – Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Medical College, Amravati
- 35+ years of experience in medical education and public health
- MD (Community Medicine), MBBS (GMC Nagpur)
- National Joint Secretary – IMA Headquarters, New Delhi
- Central Working Committee Member – IMA (20+ years)
- Vice President – IMA Maharashtra State
- Joint Secretary – IMA Maharashtra State
- President – IMA Amravati
- Active participation in national movements for doctor protection & NMC reforms
- Leadership roles across academic, medical, and social organizations
- International Best Research Leadership Award
- National Awards – Best President & Best Secretary
- Multiple IMA President Appreciation Awards (State & National)
- 9 International & 5 National Research Publications
- Extensive contribution in disaster relief and public health services
DR. UMESH R. MARATHE
GYNECOLOGIST, LAPAROSCOPIC SURGEON & IVF
SPECIALIST
MBBS, DGO, DFP, DNBE, MICMCH
MBBS, DGO, DFP, DNBE, MICMCH
To build a transparent, ethical, and future-ready Maharashtra Medical Council that ensures strong representation, protects doctors, and upholds the dignity of the medical profession.
- Leading Gynecologist, Endoscopic Surgeon & Fertility Specialist in Nashik
- Fellowship in Laparoscopy (Kochi)
- Fellowship in ART (Kolkata) | Diploma in ART (Germany)
- Founder & Chairman – Lifecare Super Speciality Hospital (80-bedded)
- Founder – Sprouting Seeds IVF Centre & NextGen IVF & Fertility Centre
- Extensive clinical expertise in gynecology, laparoscopy & fertility care
- Past Faculty – NDMVP’s Medical College & Hospital, Nashik
- Past Joint Secretary – IMA Nashik
- Past Secretary – Nashik District Gynaecology & Obstetric Society
- Active member – FOGSI, ISAR, IAGE, SOLSI, FPA
- Leadership roles in healthcare and community organizations
- Awarded the Nashik Bhushan Puraskar
- Awarded as Golden Contributor of Nashik
- Awarded the Young Achiever Award by ISAR (2024)
- Awarded as ISAR Rising Star (2018)
- Awarded Best Brand (2018) for IVF & Fertility Treatment in entire North Maharashtra for Sprouting Seeds IVF & Fertility Center
- Honored with the Nashik Healthcare Leadership Award (2018) for Life Care Hospital as Best Multi-Speciality Hospital
- Awarded Best Brand (2019) for IVF & Fertility Treatment in entire North Maharashtra for Sprouting Seeds IVF & Fertility Center
- Honored by Union Minister Dr. Bharti Pawar for remarkable contribution towards emerging Medical Tourism Hub of Nashik
DR.VAIJAYANTI PATWARDHAN
OBSTETRICIAN & GYNECOLOGIST
A transparent, accountable, and future-ready MMC that empowers doctors, ensures fair governance, and upholds the dignity of the medical profession.
- Consultant Gynaecologist with over 30 years of clinical experience
- MD (Obstetrics & Gynecology), DGO, MBBS (Distinction)
- Master’s in Population Sciences (IIPS, Mumbai)
- Certified in Health & Family Welfare Management (NIHFW, New Delhi)
- Certified in Clinical Research (SIHS, Pune)
- Extensive expertise in maternal & child health and public health systems
- 15+ years of leadership in public health program implementation
- Expertise in RMNCH, TB control, and End-TB trials
- Strong focus on health systems strengthening and digital health innovation
- Led large-scale capacity building & Training of Trainers (ToT) initiatives
- Active involvement in operational & clinical research
- Experience in AI-enabled healthcare and telemedicine solutions
- Strong stakeholder engagement and policy advocacy at state & national levels
- Extensive work in tribal and underserved communities
- Lokmat Hirakani Award
- Dr. Anandibai Joshi Award
- Sakal & Maharashtra Times Awards
- Pune Doctors Lifetime Achievement Award
- Dr. C.T. Thakkar Oration Award – IMA Maharashtra
- President’s Appreciation Awards – IMA Maharashtra, IMA Pune & other organizations
- Recognized for literary & media contributions (short films, articles, awareness campaigns)
- Dr. C.L. Zaveri Award – IMA Maharashtra State
DR. PRASHANT RAHATE
CONSULTANT SURGEON | ROBOTIC & ADVANCED
LAPAROSCOPIC SPECIALIST
A transparent, doctor-centric MMC that upholds integrity, ensures fair governance, and safeguards the dignity of the medical profession.
- CMD – Seven Star Hospital, Nagpur
- Consultant Surgeon with international exposure
- Visiting Consultant – Bangkok Hospital, Thailand
- American Board Certified Robotic Surgeon
- Specialist in advanced laparoscopic & robotic surgeries
- Acting President & President – ISCP (2017–2026)
- Past President – Association of Surgeons of Nagpur (ASN)
- President – Vidarbha Surgeons Association (VSA)
- Executive Member – AMASI & MASI (multiple terms)
- Secretary – World NOTES Society
- Executive Member – International Society of Fluorescence Guided Surgery
- Operative faculty in 29 countries
- Organized 67+ state, national & international conferences
- Participated in 28+ Phase I, II & IV clinical studies, including COVID vaccine research
- 54+ international presentations (SAGES till 2025)
- 76+ research publications with 2000+ citations
- Globally recognized faculty in advanced surgical techniques
- Expertise in hepatobiliary, colorectal, MALS & complex surgeries
- Contribution to global surgical education and innovation
DR. PARTHIV B. SANGHVI
GENERAL, GASTROINTESTINAL & LAPAROSCOPIC
SURGEON
MBBS, DNB (SURG), MNAMS, MRCS (EDIN), FAIS, FIAMS, FIAGES, FCLS
MBBS, DNB (SURG), MNAMS, MRCS (EDIN), FAIS, FIAMS, FIAGES, FCLS
To create an accountable and modern MMC that upholds integrity, ensures fairness, and strengthens the voice of doctors.
- Practising General, Gastrointestinal & Laparoscopic Surgeon for over 25 years
- Attached to leading tertiary care hospitals in Mumbai
- Director – Nurture & Suture Surgical & Paediatric Clinic
- Former Head, Department of Surgery – H.J.S. Balasaheb Thackeray Trauma Hospital
- PG Guide for postgraduate medical students
- Extensive leadership within IMA at city and state levels
- Past Secretary – IMA Maharashtra
- Past Joint Secretary – IMA Maharashtra
- Past President, Secretary & Joint Secretary – IMA Mumbai West
- Past President – Vile Parle Medical Association
- Active member of ASI, IAGES, SELSI, IMA-AMS, AMC Mumbai
- Renowned surgeon with decades of clinical excellence
- Strong contributor to surgical education and mentorship
- Active involvement in multiple national and regional medical associations
- Recognized for leadership and contribution to the medical fraternity
DR. GIRISH VITTHALRAO THAKUR
ENT SURGEON
MBBS, MS – ENT
MBBS, MS – ENT
To establish a transparent, accountable, and future-ready Maharashtra Medical Council that strengthens governance, protects doctors, and ensures fair and efficient regulation of medical practice.
- Dean – Government Medical College, Jalgaon
- Former Dean – Government Medical Colleges at Nandurbar, Latur & Alibag
- Professor & Head – Department of ENT with extensive academic experience
- Postgraduate Guide – Guided 40+ MS (ENT) students
- Examiner for MBBS & MS examinations across multiple universities
- 20+ years of academic and administrative experience in government medical institutions
- Leadership roles across multiple Government Medical Colleges in Maharashtra
- Senate Member & Academic Council Member – MUHS, Nashik
- Worked multiple times as an Assessor for MCI, NMC, and MUHS
- President – Grievance Committee (students/faculty/paramedical), MUHS (5+ years)
- Former Secretary – MSMTA (Maharashtra State Medical Teachers Association) for 5 years
- Key role in establishing Government Medical Colleges at Alibag, Nandurbar & Latur
- Led development and expansion of GMC Jalgaon, including PG courses and infrastructure
- Recognized for excellent work under Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jan Arogya Yojana
- Awarded for Rajiv Gandhi Jeevandayee Yojana implementation
- Multiple recognitions by District Administration (Jalgaon & Latur)
- 7 International & 3 National research publications
- Significant contribution to public healthcare through government health camps across Maharashtra
