India and Russia Forge Stronger Ties in Healthcare Through AI and Robotics

India and Russia are strengthening their healthcare collaboration, focusing on growing pharmaceutical demands, medical tourism, and AI-driven innovations. Apollo Hospitals' MD Sangita Reddy discusses AI's role in predictive analytics and early warning systems, as well as robotics enhancing surgical precision, leading to improved patient care and faster recovery.

In a significant move to cement their relationship, India and Russia are enhancing their healthcare collaboration, with Russia showing heightened interest in Indian pharmaceuticals and medical tourism. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals, underlined Russia's increasing demand for Indian medicines, citing it as a key factor in the burgeoning partnership.

Reddy elaborated on the opportunities for Russian patients, highlighting India's capability to provide affordable, high-quality healthcare, addressing the shortages in Russia. She noted Russia's advanced medical facilities in major cities but emphasized India's role in bridging the healthcare gap for the broader Russian population.

Discussing AI's transformative potential, Reddy explained Apollo's advancements in AI-driven healthcare solutions. She praised the institution's collaboration with Microsoft in developing a cardiovascular risk scoring system, validated internationally, and boasted its use over 2 million times. AI's role extends to early warning systems in intensive care units, enhancing patient monitoring and proactive healthcare responses.

Furthermore, Reddy highlighted the integration of AI with robotics at Apollo Spectra, combining AI-driven 3D reconstruction for precise surgical planning with robotic systems. This innovation promises greater surgical accuracy, reduced blood loss, and faster patient recovery, marking a new era in medical treatment and consumer connectivity.

(With inputs from agencies.)