
Overview
Be well Hospitals
Dr. C. J. Vetrievel, the founder of Be Well Hospital, is a resilient healthcare entrepreneur. Despite personal challenges, he completed his medical studies in Madras and pursued a global career, serving in the Maldives and Ireland. Alongside his wife, Dr. Malar, he contributed to healthcare in Australia before returning to India.
At Apollo Hospitals, Dr. C. J. Vetrievel excelled in management while earning an M.Phil in hospital management. In 2011, he realized his vision by establishing Be Well Hospital in Pondicherry. His goal: a network of hospitals emphasizing accessibility, quality, and affordability. Dr. C. J. Vetrievel leadership continues to drive Be Well’s success, marking him as a pioneering force in healthcare innovation.
Timeline

Dr. C. J. Vetrievel was born in Sivakasi

Joined in Stanley Medical College, Chennai and pursued MBBS.

Served as a medical officer in the Maldives, gaining international experience

Diploma in Hospital Management from the Royal College of Surgeons. Senior medical officer and registrar in Ireland.

Married to Dr. Malar, a dentist.
Consultant Doctor and Para Medical Manager in Apollo Hospitals.
Pursued M.Phil in hospital management.

Establishment of Be Well Hospital in Pondicherry.

Senior House Officer at Central Hospital, Maldives

Orthopaedic Fellow at Kilcreene Hospital, Ireland

Trauma Fellow at Waterford Regional Hospital, Ireland

Trauma training (Emergency Fellow) at Mater Hospital, Dublin, Ireland

Trauma Fellow at Royal Adelaide Hospital, Australia

Varius Senior Management Position at Apollo Hospitals Group

Chief Operating Officer- Projects at Apollo Global Projects & Consultancy

Expert Committee Member- Allied Health at The Tamilnadu Dr MGR Medical University

Non Executive Director and Independent Practice (Part-Time) at Deepam Hospitals

Managing Director of Be Well Hospitals

Chairman and Managing Director of Be Well Hospitals