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Even though Top-5 Hospitals in 🇮🇳 grew 17.2% YoY in Revenue in FY24 & the PE investments were also BULL-ish🐂 but why are the Healthtech investments still BEAR-rish🐻? 🔻Is it that the PE-funded Branded hospitals are busy in 🔻expanding their reach PAN-India but NOT that much in 🔻bringing AI in Healthcare and incorporating Healthtech 🔻at every step of Patient Experience? ➡ Have a look at some of the prominent names in Indian Hospital Industry: 1-Apollo Hospitals- Rs. 19,059Cr (14.7% YoY) 2-Fortis Healthcare- Rs. 6,892Cr (9.4% YoY) 3-Manipal Hospitals- Rs. 6,500Cr (41.3% YoY) 4-Max Healthcare- Rs. 5,406Cr (18.5% YoY) 5-Narayana Health- Rs. 5,018Cr (10.9% YoY) 6-Aster DM Healthcare- Rs. 3,698Cr 7-Medanta- Rs. 3,275Cr 8-KIMS Hospitals- Rs. 2,498Cr 9-HealthCare Global (HCG) - Rs. 1,912Cr 10-Rainbow Children's Hospitals- Rs. 1,236Cr 11-Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH)- Rs. 1,219Cr 12-Shalby Hospitals- Rs. 933Cr 13-Artemis Hospitals- Rs. 878Cr 14-Yatharth Super Speciality Hospitals - Rs. 670Cr 15-Dr.Agarwal's Eye Hospital- Rs. 319Cr 16-Kauvery Hospital- Rs.177Cr 17-Lotus Eye Hospital and Institute- Rs.48Cr 18-Aashka Hospital- Rs.22Cr ➡ As far as Temasek is concerned: ✨ It bought an additional 41% from Manipal by pumping $2B, valuing it at Rs.40,000Cr. *Since then the revenue has jumped by 59% from Rs.4,600Cr to Rs.6,500Cr. ✨ It might buy 60% of HealthCare Global (HCG). ✨ Temasek also invested $80m in Dr.Agarwal's Eye Hospital as well. ✨ This $2B has allowed Manipal Hospitals to acquire Medica Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata with 1400 beds spread across 11 hospitals in Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand & Assam. ✨ It also bought off 17% stake in Medanta from Punj Lloyd Limited. ➡ IHH Healthcare had acquired Gleneagles and bought 31% stake in Fortis Healthcare. ➡ Blackstone invested in KIMSHEALTH and bought 80% in it. ✨ Let me know your honest point of view on this infra expansion. Is it good for us or bad? ✨ Do you think Mid-Size Hospitals improve their survival chances adopting technology & investing in building world-class Patient Experience? 👨‍⚕️ Are you, as a DOCTOR-RUN hospital, confused about your future, Follow AGENDA+HEALTH | DM with your issues. #healthcare #healthtech #india #hospitals #doctors #PE #privateequity #revenue #market #valuations #mergersandacquisition #HealthcareIndustry #MedicalTourism #IndianHealthcare #HospitalManagement #HealthcareServices #HealthcareBusiness #HealthcareFinance #HospitalOperations #CostOptimization #PatientCare #MedicalServices #HealthcareEconomics #HospitalAdministration #HealthcareSuccess

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~40% revenue from DIGITAL only!! Apollo Hospitals in their financial report 2023-2024 revealed almost ~40% of their revenue comes from digital health and pharmacy distribution channel! That's a sizable share for a big conglomerate like Apollo!! However, if you look closely, their DAU is only 2% of app registered users (33Mn)!! Makes me wonder how large the untapped market is, given India’s digital health market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 23.8% by 2030. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 Apollo Hospitals ? 1️⃣ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬: Apollo’s 24/7 platform connects millions with teleconsultations, diagnostics, and online pharmacy services, providing seamless care and enhancing patient engagement. 2️⃣ 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐬: a. Apollo Clinics: Over 1,400 clinics across India offering consultations, preventive care, and diagnostics. b. Specialized Retail Pharmacies: A network of 5,000+ outlets that integrates online and offline services, making healthcare accessible nationwide. 3️⃣ 𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: Apollo has provided over 20 million tele consultations, ensuring high-quality care reaches even remote areas. 4️⃣ 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: With initiatives like ProHealth, Apollo uses AI-driven insights to deliver personalized preventive care plans, boosting long-term health outcomes. 5️⃣ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Partnerships with technology leaders enhance their ability to adopt cutting-edge solutions, from AI-driven diagnostics to digital patient management systems. I am curious about what's the status of other large chains in India? How much digital impacts their core secondary/tertiary care? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below 👇 Source: Sehj Kashyap; Apollo FY 2023-2024 (https://lnkd.in/gn3UHYiv) Also, I am building a community The Healthtech Collective that brings people all across healthcare at one common platform to facilitate collaboration and awareness of cutting edge solutions in health tech!! If this excites you join our community here: https://lnkd.in/gqbpj-Nu Medanta Max Hospital Paras Hospital Narayana Health Fortis Healthcare #DigitalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #ApolloHospitals #IndiaHealthTech #RetailPharmacy

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View investment in senior care ventures as long-term, says Zerodha’s Nithin Kamath #ZerodhaCEO said that those investing in senior care ventures need to view it as a journey of 15-20 years rather than the traditional startup cycles of 7-10 years.

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AI is set to reshape healthcare! Medtech startup Qure.ai has secured $65 Mn (INR 543 Cr) in a Series D funding round, co-led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and 360 ONE Asset Management. The round also saw participation from Merck Global Health Innovation Fund, Kae Capital, and existing investors Novo Holdings, Health Quad, and TeamFund. This funding will be used to: 1. Expand in the US and other global markets 2. Enhance its GenAI foundation models 3. Support future acquisitions Founded in 2016 by Prashant Warier, Qure.ai leverages AI to revolutionize medical imaging diagnostics, detecting critical conditions such as brain trauma and chest diseases from X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs in record time. The impact of AI in healthcare is immense, addressing bottlenecks in diagnostics, drug discovery, patient management, and even surgical robotics. It is evident that India's medtech sector is booming! Startups like SigTuple and Visit Health raised significant funds, and Innovaccer is in talks for a $200 Mn-$250 Mn funding round,Last month. SOurce - https://lnkd.in/dekh2qSs Prashant Warier Kudos to the team Dr Abhilash O V Manishkumar Jain Hardik Solanki Dr Ishan Yadav M Nagarajan #MedTech #AI #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #QureAI #Startups #Funding #Tech

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Healthark Insights' Co-founder and President, Mr. Sudeep Krishna, moderated a dynamic panel discussion on 'Life Sciences GCCs Driving Healthcare Innovation in India for the World' at the 'AI in Healthcare Summit: Road to BioAsia 2025'. Panelists Mr. Mahesh Natarajan, Senior Director at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Mr. Mahesh Iyer, Head of Global Biometrics & Data Sciences at Bristol Myers Squibb (#BMS), Mr. Sairam Nair, Head of Global Competency Center at Sandoz, and Ms. Swapna Vadlamani (she/her/hers), Head of People Partnering India at Novartis, shared their experiences on establishing #GCCs and leveraging AI to drive innovation in healthcare. C4IR Telangana | Dr. Purav Gandhi | Ritu Baliyaa #AIinHealthcare #LifeSciences #GCC #HealthcareInnovation #BioAsia2025 #GlobalHealth #AI #HealthTech #Pharma

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𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 $𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗠𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 Dr. Aishwarya S writes, ✍️ Healthtech unicorn Pristyn Care is reportedly seeking to raise $50M–$100M in fresh funding by mid-2025 to fuel expansion into new markets and strengthen its network of 200+ clinics and 700 partnered hospitals across 30 Indian cities. Founded in 2018 by Harsimarbir (Harsh) Singh, Dr Vaibhav Kapoor, and Dr. Garima Sawhney, the company is also preparing for an IPO within three years, engaging bankers and global investors for the process. Having achieved unicorn status in 2021 with a valuation of $1.4B, Pristyn Care continues to expand, including internationally, with operations in Bangladesh. Despite mixed financial results and restructuring measures to improve profitability, the company’s revenue grew to INR 601 Cr in FY24. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gxCdCijV 👉Stay Update: https://lnkd.in/gMUPB2Zp #PristynCare #Healthtech #StartupFunding #IPO #GrowthJourney #DHN #DigitalHealthNews

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Listen to Ajoy Sharma of Health Dalaan speak on the changing trend of obesity in India, and what you need to do (easy steps!) with explanation to start living a healthy life. https://lnkd.in/efSy9Sie #neup #founderfocus #interview #health #worklifebalance

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In Episode 3 of our Doc 'n' Doc series, we’re diving even deeper into the world of fertility with more expert insights! Dr. Vijay Aggarwal, Director of Medical Services at Apollo Health & Lifestyle, and Dr. (Col) Sandeep Karunakaran, Senior Consultant in Fertility & IVF at Apollo Fertility, Hyderabad-Banjara Hills, are back to answer your burning questions and tackle even more fertility myths. This time, they’re shedding light on some of the most common misconceptions that could be standing in the way of your fertility journey. Whether you’re exploring options or facing challenges, their expert advice is here to empower you with the facts you need to make informed decisions. Don’t miss out on this valuable episode—watch now to get the truth! Drop your questions in the comments or DM us—we’re always here to support you on your path to parenthood. Let’s keep the conversation going and continue busting myths together! 🙌💡 Dr. Vijay Aggarwal Sandeep Karunakaran #apollofertility #apolloteam #DocnDoc #scoreoverinfertility #FertilityMyths #FertilityJourney #ExpertTalk #IVF #MythBusting #FertilityAwareness #BreakingBarriers #AskTheExperts #FertilityQuestions #journeytoparenthood

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How does India deliver “Care” to rural communities through Digital Health? The mission of an ideal Digital Health Solution should be to deliver hospital-grade care, anytime and anywhere across India & the globe. The Solution should enable multiple health screens & deliver high-quality care regardless of whether the rural community has a local Doctor or a trained Nurse or whether they have power or WiFi, etc. While challenges like power & WiFi can be addressed through technology, how does one deliver health screens & diagnostics without the presence of a local Doctor or Nurse? Enter the ASHA Worker. THE most critical “Non-Technology” component of our Digital Health Solution. It is the Asha worker who ensures that all tasks related to creating a patient profile, capturing patient symptoms, and measuring patient vitals, are completed efficiently despite the unavailability of qualified medical professionals. The Asha workers also visit patient’s homes to provide door-to-door care – especially for older patients with mobility issues and for expectant mothers who may not be able to visit a clinic. And finally, there’s an emotional element to delivering good quality “patient care” that cannot be fulfilled by ANY technology, and which is warmly delivered by the Asha worker. The Asha workers also need to be provided with a digital health solution that has advanced telemedicine capabilities but is extremely easy to use. That was the design mantra for the RHEMOS Health Station. India’s smallest & easy-to-use rural care solution. It enables Asha workers to administer 60+ critical vitals, blood/urine & pre-natal tests in village PHCs. The Health Station can also be carried to a patient’s home to deliver high-quality care ensuring huge patient convenience. Once it measures vitals, it transmits test results to App & Cloud to enable remote Doctor interventions & treatment. RHEMOS also works offline if cellular networks are unavailable & enables local health screens and collects test results, which are all transmitted to cloud once the cellular network is restored. It is also designed to work on Battery & Bluetooth to ensure no dependence on power or WiFi. And finally, with the capability to measure 60+ vitals & bio-markers, it can be used by Asha workers to deliver comprehensive primary care, chronic care, prenatal care, NCD & Anaemia detection health camps, etc. In conclusion, it is the Asha workers that define the success of digital health & enable us to connect rural patients with remote doctors for treatment. They reduce our reliance on medical staff and drastically cut care delivery costs. They accelerate rural care implementations, and ensure easy access to affordable and high-quality care in remote and underserved rural communities, which also makes this a massively scalable initiative. Click to know more: https://lnkd.in/dWHqZsJZ #healthtech #medicaldevices #digitalhealth #telemedicine #medtech #remotehealthcare #healthcaremonitoring 

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The Top ranking hospital group makes the revenue that equals the combined profits of the other 3 hospitals out of top four in the list of hospital groups in the country!

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Are healthcare expenses overwhelming? Most people in India pay out of pocket for treatments, making it essential to choose the right healthcare provider. Infomerics Rating and Research offers a hospital grading system based on patient feedback, providing unbiased information to help consumers make informed decisions and hold hospitals accountable. Empower yourself with the knowledge to choose quality care. #HealthcareIndia #HospitalRatings #InformedDecisions #PatientCare #HealthcareTransparency

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Visionary Growth Ahead: Dr Agarwal’s IPO to Illuminate India’s Eye Care Market! 💡 Dr Agarwal's Health Care, a leader in comprehensive #eyecare, is launching an INR 3,000-3,500 Cr IPO! 👁️ With 180 facilities, 25% of India’s eye care market, and strong financials, the company plans to utilize #IPO proceeds for debt repayment, corporate purposes, and potential acquisitions. 💼 The fresh issue involves 6.95 Cr #equity shares in an OFS by key #shareholders. As the market leader strengthens its vision for growth, this IPO is a huge step towards expanding its presence! 💸 🔗Read More - https://lnkd.in/dXxBKVru 🖊️Written By - Nikita Saha 🌐Stay Informed with our Latest Stories – https://lnkd.in/gMUPB2Zp #HealthcareGrowth #IPOAlert #DrAgarwals #VisionForTheFuture  #InvestSmart #IndiaHealthcare #IPO2024 #EyeCare

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Not sure how many of you have issued your ABHA card and used it, but it seems promising. India's Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) is a digital health initiative aimed at transforming healthcare delivery. Launched in 2020, ABHA assigns a unique 14-digit health ID to every Indian citizen, serving as a centralized repository for their health records. This digital health passport promises seamless access to healthcare services, reduces administrative burden, and empowers patients to take control of their health. As of 2023, over 50 crore Indians have registered for ABHA, and the number continues to grow rapidly. By connecting patients with healthcare providers across the country, ABHA has facilitated telehealth consultations, improved disease management, and reduced out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. While challenges such as data privacy and digital literacy persist, ABHA represents a significant step towards a more equitable and accessible healthcare system in India. What do you think about this government initiative? #ABHA #DigitalHealth

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Streamlining Healthcare Operations to make Quality Care more Affordable & Accessible In a recent interaction with #IndiaPharmaOutlook, Dr.Shilpa shared her thoughts on numerous emerging trends and tech advancements that are reshaping the healthcare ecosystem in India. Catch the full story here: https://goo.su/Kpwios Dr. Shilpa Tatake, Group COO, Jupiter Hospital #Indianhealthcareecosystem #AIintegration #dataanalytics #covidpandemic

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Dive into a vibrant ecosystem with founders, investors, incubators, and enablers all under one roof at *Etherea*! 🚀 SHE Founders Presents: Launchpad 2.0 📅 Date: 24th April 2024 📍 Location: Etherea, Noida 🌟 Why You Should Join: ✅ Unlock Insights: Get actionable advice and strategies from industry leaders. ✅ Engage & Network: Dive into dynamic discussions and connect with like-minded professionals. ✅ Discover Opportunities: Forge valuable relationships with potential co-founders, mentors, and investors. 👉 Secure Your Spot: bit.ly/shefounders Elevate your entrepreneurial journey with SHE Founders. Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow!

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Exploring healthcare innovation in India, Bain & Company uncover a landscape rife with unique challenges and opportunities. The rising demand for healthcare services, driven by factors such as increasing life expectancy and the burden of chronic diseases, is reshaping the sector. Digital health technologies and the contributions of startups play pivotal roles in addressing these evolving needs. Despite infrastructure gaps and regulatory complexities, India's healthcare ecosystem is advancing through collaborations between public and private sectors. Innovation is key to addressing access and affordability issues, aiming to enhance the well-being of millions. #HealthcareInnovation #India #DigitalHealth Trendigm | Enabling Innovation https://lnkd.in/gEv8dhRZ

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"Who is the Payer ?" is one of the toughest questions MedTech/Healthcare Entrepreneurs face in their Go-To-Market Strategy. It confusing given the complex structure of Indian Healthcare Ecosystem. Chasing the wrong Payer leads to wastage of time & Efforts.  Sharp Clarity on who will benefit from the Product/Service and who will pay is key for the success of a business. Todate, we have worked with 100+ MedTech Startups in assisting them in GTM & Market Access. If interested to explore GTM Readiness, please fill the form given in comments. #GoToMarket #MarketAccess #GTM4Health

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In India's ever-growing healthcare sector, we bring you a story of resilience. Join Wg Cdr Anthony Anish (Retd), COO at T-Hub, delve into an inspiring conversation with Ravi Bhogu, the Founder of Monitra Healthcare Private Limited, who aims to revolutionise healthcare in the country, not just for the urban but also for the rural population. "Technology will bridge the gap between the huge demand and the low supply in the industry", says Ravi. Monitra Healthcare Private Limited is a T-Hub startup that offers a robust platform enabling users to monitor integral aspects of their health. While the startup currently provides easy access to detailed health information for patients, its goal for the next 10 years is to predict illnesses. Watch the full podcast here - https://bit.ly/3wSABSv #InnovateWithTHub #InnovationEcosystem #healthcare #startup #virtual #platform #innovation

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Private equity investors are actively turning to single-specialty hospitals in India's healthcare sector. Our expert, Bhanu Prakash Kalmath S J, shares his view on why these hospitals offer attractive opportunities for growth and investment, driven by factors such as established brands and profitable unit economics.   Read the full story in The Economic Times: https://brnw.ch/21wPele ETHealthWorld   #healthcare #pharma #privateequity #deals #investments

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