Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, an Indian-born entrepreneur, radiologist, and philanthropist, is best known as the founder and chairman of VPS Healthcare, a leading healthcare conglomerate in the Middle East and beyond.
Born on January 11, 1977, in Kozhikode, Kerala, India, Shamsheer Vayalil Parambath grew up in a business-oriented family that valued strong bonds and community service.
He is the middle child of his parents, Hashim Pokkinari and Mariyam Barakkool, with at least one elder and one younger sibling, though their names are not publicly disclosed.
Proudly Malayali and a follower of the Islamic faith, Dr. Vayalil’s early life in Kozhikode—a historic trading hub in the Malabar region—played a key role in shaping his entrepreneurial mindset.
He earned his MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, followed by an MD in Radiology from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai. He later completed a radiology fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, USA.
In his personal life, Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil has been married since around 2007 to Dr. Shabeena Ali (Yusuffali Shabeena), a dentist and the eldest daughter of billionaire businessman M. A. Yusuff Ali. Together, they have four children, three of whom—Adil Vayalil, Faadil Vayalil, and Zahil Vayalil—are publicly known.
Shamsheer’s journey from humble beginnings in Kerala to building a multi-billion-dollar healthcare empire is driven by his vision to make quality medical care accessible to all.
Alongside his wife Shabeena, he has instilled in their children a deep sense of humility, responsibility, and commitment to social good—values that reflect both his professional mission and personal life philosophy.
Adil Vayalil
Adil Vayalil, the eldest of the three siblings, is growing up in an environment that strikes a balance between privilege and purpose.
Like his father, Adil is exposed to the world of healthcare and innovation, but he is also encouraged to carve his own path. He is likely being nurtured to develop leadership qualities and a sense of responsibility toward society.
Given Dr. Shamsheer‘s emphasis on education—evidenced by his own medical background and his wife’s dental expertise—Adil is presumably receiving a top-tier education, preparing him for future endeavors in healthcare, business, or another field of his choice.
Faadil Vayalil
Faadil Vayalil, the second son, is part of a family that values both academic excellence and social consciousness.
While Faadil‘s personal aspirations remain private, the Vayalil family’s commitment to philanthropy suggests that he, too, is being raised with an awareness of global challenges and the importance of giving back.
Whether through involvement in their father’s healthcare initiatives or their mother’s charitable activities, Faadil is likely being encouraged to explore his passions while staying grounded in the family’s mission to serve others.
As a middle child, Faadil may bring a unique perspective to the family dynamic, blending creativity and ambition.
Zahil Vayalil
Zahil Vayalil, the youngest of the trio, completes the Vayalil family. As the baby of the family, Zahil is growing up in a nurturing environment surrounded by role models who exemplify hard work and dedication.
Though still young, Zahil is likely being exposed to the same principles of compassion and innovation that define his parents’ legacy.
Whether he follows in his father’s footsteps in healthcare or pursues a different path, Zahil’s upbringing in a family that prioritizes education and social impact will undoubtedly shape his future.