AI and machine learning have transformed healthcare, leading to the development of FDA-approved AI/ML-enabled medical devices. Radiology dominates this field, though gaps remain in pediatric applications and global diversity in trials. Evolving regulatory frameworks are crucial to ensuring the safety and efficacy of these rapidly advancing technologies.
Read moreDeepInsight-3D is revolutionizing healthcare by utilizing AI to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of medical imaging, diagnostics, and treatment planning. With applications in areas such as oncology, surgery, and remote diagnostics, it promises improved patient outcomes, reduced costs, and faster diagnoses, despite challenges like data privacy and regulatory approval.
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Manipal Hospitals’ acquisition of Khubchandani Hospitals in Mumbai for ₹415 crore highlights its aggressive expansion strategy. At ₹0.83 crore per bed, the deal appears cost-effective, but success will depend on integrating operational efficiencies, building brand equity in Mumbai, and closing the revenue-per-bed gap with Apollo Hospitals.
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The failing U.S. healthcare system offers important lessons for India as it builds its own health infrastructure. By focusing on universal coverage, strengthening primary care, controlling costs, and addressing social determinants of health, India can avoid the inefficiencies and inequities plaguing the American model.
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Small hospitals can thrive by focusing on quality management, operational efficiency, and cost-effective care. Leveraging technologies like AI and telemedicine, streamlining processes, and creating specialized centers of excellence allow them to compete with larger institutions. Compassionate, patient-centered care remains key to long-term success and profitability.
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Holomedicine integrates augmented reality and holographic imaging, revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing surgical precision, transforming medical education, and improving patient consultations. By offering real-time 3D visualizations, it helps surgeons, students, and physicians make more informed decisions, although challenges like cost, training, and data security remain.
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The “Health Dynamics of India 2022-23” report highlights significant opportunities in India’s healthcare system, focusing on infrastructure, workforce, medical equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Both the government and private sector can collaborate to address gaps, improve access, and modernize healthcare delivery, especially in underserved and rural areas.
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Recently, I read an interesting article in the Times of India about the 10BedICU, which shows great promise in how modern healthcare can be brought to rural India using advanced technologies. The poor quality of health systems in much of the world was laid bare…
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