SPARSH Hospital Partners with GE HealthCare to Elevate Clinical Care in India

SPARSH Hospital and GE HealthCare have joined forces to propel clinical care in India forward. Through their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), they aim to revolutionize healthcare by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into precision diagnosis and treatment across Oncology, Cardiology, and Neurology.

In a significant move to bolster healthcare infrastructure in Karnataka, SPARSH Hospital has partnered with GE HealthCare, a global leader in medical technology and digital solutions. This collaboration focuses on leveraging AI to advance clinical care, ensuring preventive healthcare, precise diagnoses, and timely treatment, all while remaining affordable.

The healthcare landscape in India is rapidly evolving, with the AI market projected to reach USD 1.6 billion by 2025. Digital healthcare solutions, including AI-integrated MedTech devices and virtual care, are paving the way for more effective treatment outcomes. This partnership aims to develop and validate cutting-edge technologies to improve patient outcomes and drive medical research in Oncology, Cardiology, and Neurology.

Dr. Sharan Shivraj Patil, Chairman and Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon at SPARSH Hospital, emphasizes the significance of technology in healthcare, highlighting how digital tools and AI enhance medical interventions, diagnoses, and treatments. SPARSH Hospital’s commitment to innovation, coupled with GE HealthCare’s expertise, ensures personalized and high-quality care for patients.

Girish Raghavan, VP – Engineering at GE HealthCare South Asia, underscores the transformative impact of AI and advanced clinical research on healthcare delivery. Through precision-led, AI-enabled digital solutions, the collaboration aims to improve clinical decision-making and match patients with targeted therapies. Such partnerships align with the government’s efforts to strengthen Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, ensuring seamless access to care.

As part of the collaboration, SPARSH Hospital and GE HealthCare will conduct joint clinical research and academic activities to address key healthcare challenges in India, contributing to advancements in critical care areas.