Major General (Dr.) Jacob brings with him over 36 years of distinguished service in the Armed Forces Medical Services, encompassing excellence in clinical practice, medical education, research and large-scale healthcare administration. A seasoned Anaesthesiologist and Critical Care Specialist, he has devoted more than three decades to advancing patient care in high-acuity environments, while also contributing significantly to academic and institutional development.
He holds MBBS and MD in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care from the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, along with a DNB in Anaesthesiology and Membership of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS). His commitment to continuous learning and multidisciplinary expertise is further reflected in his additional qualifications, including Executive Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration (TISS, Mumbai), Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics (National Law School of India University, Bengaluru), Fellow American College of Emergency Medicine Experts and Certification in Geriatric Medicine and training in Strategic Defence Management.
With a Fellowship in Advanced Medical Education, he has been actively driving innovation and excellence in medical education. He is a passionate teacher and mentor, committed to developing future healthcare professionals through academic leadership and evidence-based training.
He has remained at the forefront of resuscitation education and emergency preparedness, serving as Course Director for ATLS India and ACLS programs, contributing significantly to capacity building and clinical competency across healthcare institutions. He has also served as a Visiting Professor at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, contributing to interdisciplinary teaching and academic advancement.
Throughout his career, Dr. Jacob has combined academic rigor with institutional leadership. He has served as a Professor of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care, with over 14 years of experience in academic roles, including teaching, postgraduate training, curriculum development and mentoring students. He has also served as an examiner for MD and DNB programmes and has contributed to academic literature through over 35 publications in national and international journals, in addition to guiding several postgraduate dissertations.
In leadership capacities, he has served as Director/Commandant and Chief Executive Officer of multiple premier tertiary care hospitals within the Armed Forces, including Command Hospital, Chandigarh (870-bedded flagship teaching hospital), Base Hospital – Guwahati and Army Institute of Cardiothoracic Sciences (AICTS), Pune. In these roles, he has led complex, multi-specialty healthcare institutions, overseeing clinical governance, academic programs, human resources, financial management, infrastructure development and quality systems. His tenure has been marked by several transformative initiatives, including – Establishment of bone marrow transplant and renal transplant programmes, Expansion of super-specialty departments and advanced surgical services, Modernization of ICUs, modular operation theatres, and oncology facilities, Creation and expansion of postgraduate training (DNB) programs across multiple specialties and Strengthening of organ retrieval and transplant services, earning national recognition. He also served as a NABH Assessor. Additionally, he serves as a Governing Council Member of the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), where he contributes to advancing patient safety, healthcare quality and accreditation standards across hospitals. His work reflects a strong commitment to aligning healthcare delivery with national standards and global best practices.
His distinguished service has been widely recognized and was awarded the prestigious Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) by the Hon’ble President of India in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the Armed Forces and healthcare services.
