Dr. Virendra Gaonkar is a distinguished and highly respected pediatrician with over 35 years of clinical experience, widely known for his dedicated service to child health in Goa. He is recognized as one of the most senior and renowned pediatricians in the state, with a lifelong commitment to improving pediatric outcomes.

He completed his MD in Pediatrics from Mumbai University in 1989. Following his medical education, Dr. Gaonkar served as a Junior Resident and Senior Resident at Goa Medical College (GMC) for a total of six years, where he gained extensive experience in managing a wide spectrum of pediatric conditions.

Dr. Gaonkar later established his private practice in Goa, where he built a strong reputation for clinical excellence and compassionate care. His contributions have played a significant role in strengthening pediatric healthcare services in the state, including efforts that have helped reduce the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) in Goa.

Currently, he serves as a Consultant Pediatrician at Criticare Children’s Hospital and Healthway Hospital. Known as one of the most renowned senior pediatricians in Goa, his expertise and dedication to pediatric care have made a significant impact on the community.

He is the Head of the Department of Pediatrics and Chairman of Healthway Hospitals and has been instrumental in laying the foundation and guiding the growth of the institution. Dr. Gaonkar’s leadership, clinical expertise, and unwavering dedication to child health continue to have a profound impact on the medical community and the families he serves.