Transforming Indian Healthcare with AI and Robotics

In the dynamic landscape of Indian healthcare, Ishiqa Multani, President of Sagar Group of Hospitals, provides her perspectives on the industry's trends, obstacles, and advancements in this exclusive interview, offering valuable insights into the transformative path shaping healthcare in India.

The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics is heralding a new era in healthcare, bringing transformative changes to patient care and medical practices. In India, a country with a burgeoning population and diverse healthcare challenges, these technologies offer promising solutions.

AI and robotics are already making significant strides in Indian hospitals and clinics. Diagnostic tools powered by AI are enhancing the accuracy and speed of disease detection.

For instance, AI algorithms are being used to interpret radiology images, significantly reducing the diagnostic time for conditions such as tuberculosis and breast cancer. Surgical robots, like the Da Vinci Surgical System, are becoming more common in top-tier hospitals. These robots assist surgeons in performing minimally invasive procedures with precision, reducing recovery times and improving patient outcomes. Additionally, Al-driven patient management systems are streamlining administrative tasks, from appointment scheduling to maintaining electronic health records (EHRs), thereby freeing up healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care.

Al-powered predictive analytics are expected to play a crucial role in preventive healthcare by identifying potential health risks based on patients' medical histories and lifestyle data. This can lead to early interventions and better management of chronic diseases.