I am Dr. Johnson Cherian, a physician, pastor, and NGO leader with over 25 years of experience serving communities across India and Qatar. I have dedicated my career to compassionate clinical care, healthcare program development, and outreach that integrates medical knowledge with faith-based service. Through Karuna Charitable Trust and The Good Shepherd Ministries, I have led initiatives to provide medical aid, education, and humanitarian relief while mentoring leaders and communicating hope through multimedia platforms. As a clinician and shepherd, I believe in holistic health—body, mind, and spirit. I strive to equip communities with practical healthcare, lifelong learning, and ethical leadership, using storytelling, teaching, and digital media to extend care beyond the clinic. I am seeking part-time or advisory roles where I can leverage my medical expertise, ministry experience, and NGO governance to create lasting social impact.

Dr. Johnson Cherian

I am Dr. Johnson Cherian, a physician, pastor, and NGO leader with over 25 years of experience serving communities across India and Qatar. I have dedicated my career to compassionate clinical care, healthcare program development, and outreach that integrates medical knowledge with faith-based service. Through Karuna Charitable Trust and The Good Shepherd Ministries, I have led initiatives to provide medical aid, education, and humanitarian relief while mentoring leaders and communicating hope through multimedia platforms. As a clinician and shepherd, I believe in holistic health—body, mind, and spirit. I strive to equip communities with practical healthcare, lifelong learning, and ethical leadership, using storytelling, teaching, and digital media to extend care beyond the clinic. I am seeking part-time or advisory roles where I can leverage my medical expertise, ministry experience, and NGO governance to create lasting social impact.

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I am Dr. Johnson Cherian, a physician, pastor, and NGO leader with over 25 years of experience serving communities across India and Qatar. I have dedicated my career to compassionate clinical care, healthcare program development, and outreach that integrates medical knowledge with faith-based service. Through Karuna Charitable Trust and The Good Shepherd Ministries, I have led initiatives to provide medical aid, education, and humanitarian relief while mentoring leaders and communicating hope through multimedia platforms.

As a clinician and shepherd, I believe in holistic health—body, mind, and spirit. I strive to equip communities with practical healthcare, lifelong learning, and ethical leadership, using storytelling, teaching, and digital media to extend care beyond the clinic. I am seeking part-time or advisory roles where I can leverage my medical expertise, ministry experience, and NGO governance to create lasting social impact.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & President at Karuna Charitable Trust, Kerala
January 1, 2006 - Present
Established and led a registered public charitable trust; designed financial aid programs for underprivileged communities; managed healthcare assistance, education support, and emergency funding; oversaw budgeting, donor relations, and fund allocation; conducted beneficiary assessments and program implementation.
Founder & Director at The Good Shepherd Ministries, India
January 1, 1998 - Present
Led church planting, evangelism, and training initiatives; organized conferences, seminars, and mission outreach programs; developed Christian literature and multimedia teaching materials; directed humanitarian and discipleship efforts.
Senior Pastor & Bible Teacher at El Shaddai Fellowship, India
January 1, 1998 - Present
Conducted weekly services, Bible studies, and prayer meetings; provided pastoral care, counseling, and leadership training; mentored leaders and ministry teams.
Associate Pastor & Bible Teacher at New Life Fellowship, Doha, Qatar
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2020
Preached and taught in multicultural congregations; supported mentoring and intercessory ministry activities.
Founder & President at Karuna Charitable Trust
January 1, 2006 - Present
Established and led a registered public charitable trust; designed financial aid programs for underprivileged communities; managed healthcare assistance, education support, and emergency funding; oversaw budgeting, donor relations, and fund allocation; conducted beneficiary assessments and program implementation.

Education

Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at International Institute of Church Management (IICM), Chennai
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
Ph.D. in Biblical Studies at International Institute of Church Management (IICM), Chennai
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026

Qualifications

MD – General Medicine
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
MBBS
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
Ordained Christian Minister
January 1, 2006 - March 28, 2026
Certificate in MS Office
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
MD – General Medicine
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
MBBS
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026
Ordained Christian Minister
January 1, 2006 - March 28, 2026
Certificate in MS Office
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services