Dr. Nirmal Choraria
“Healthcare is not only about treating illness; it is about earning trust, caring with compassion and making a meaningful difference in every patient's life.”
About
Dr. Nirmal G. Choraria has dedicated his professional life to pediatric and neonatal healthcare. His clinical experience spans newborn care, general pediatrics, childhood infections, child growth and development, preventive healthcare, immunization, nutrition and adolescent health. He has been associated with Nirmal Hospital since 1983 and has contributed significantly to the development of its pediatric and neonatal services. His approach combines clinical experience with compassionate, evidence-based and family-centered care. Under his leadership and vision, Nirmal Hospitals has evolved from a dedicated pediatric healthcare institution into a broader healthcare ecosystem with advanced hospital facilities, speciality services, critical care, academic programs and research-oriented clinical practice.
Education & qualifications
MBBS – South Gujarat University, 1979 DCH (Diploma in Child Health) – South Gujarat University, 1980 MD (Pediatrics) – South Gujarat University, 1981
Professional background
Founder, Nirmal Hospital, Surat Chief Pediatrician, Nirmal Hospital, Surat – 1983 to Present Chairman & CEO, Nirmal Hospital, Surat Former Pediatrician, Mahavir General Hospital Senior Consultant Pediatrician & Neonatologist More than 45 years of experience in Pediatrics and Neonatology
Areas of responsibility
Providing strategic leadership and long-term direction to Nirmal Hospitals Guiding the clinical and institutional growth of the organisation Supporting the development of pediatric and neonatal healthcare services Promoting quality, ethical and compassionate patient care Supporting academic development, professional learning and clinical excellence Preserving the values and legacy on which Nirmal Hospitals was founded
Achievements
Founded Nirmal Hospital's healthcare journey in 1983
Built a long-standing clinical practice in Pediatrics and Neonatology
Played a pivotal role in the growth and development of pediatric services at Nirmal Hospital
Served as Chief Pediatrician at Nirmal Hospital since 1983
Contributed to the development of a broader multi-speciality healthcare institution
More than four decades of experience in child healthcare
Recognised for a long-standing commitment to compassionate and family-centered pediatric care
Leadership philosophy
Leadership in healthcare begins with putting patients and families first. Dr. Nirmal Choraria's leadership philosophy is rooted in integrity, compassion, clinical responsibility and a commitment to building healthcare institutions that serve the community with trust and continuity.
Affiliations
Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
National Neonatology Forum
Surat Pediatric Association
Perinatology Forum of Surat
Infectious Diseases Chapter, IAP
Intensive Care Chapter, IAP