Prashant Kate

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About Prashant Kate

With 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, I am a passionate leader and intrapreneur who strives to elevate the quality and outcomes of healthcare in South Asia. As the General Manager and Board Member at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, I oversee the operations, strategy, and growth of the company's respiratory, acute care and obstructive sleep apnea products and services in the region, with a focus on customer delight, operational excellence, and social impact.I have a proven track record of building and engaging high-performing teams, forging strong partnerships with key stakeholders and decision makers, and identifying and capitalizing on emerging growth opportunities. I have led the delivery of consistent business growth, market expansion, product launches, and training programs in South Asia, SEA and ANZ for market leaders and innovators such as Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson Medical, Cochlear, and Tricog. I have also acquired and developed skills and credentials in strategic planning, design thinking, finance, and leadership from prestigious institutions such as The Wharton School, Cornell University, and UC Berkeley. I have had the privilege of being mentored by top med tech business leaders as part of Asia Mentors Circle. I am motivated by the mission of improving lives through healthcare innovation and advancing the field of healthcare management and leadership.