The inaugural programme recognised three healthcare startups for developing scalable solutions in critical care, cancer detection, and advanced cell therapy in India.
IHH Healthcare announced the winners of the inaugural IHH Catalyst | Fortis India Edition, an innovation programme designed to support the development of healthcare solutions addressing critical patient needs across India. The initiative brought together healthcare startups, clinicians, and industry experts over a 12-week programme to refine and validate innovations with the potential for real-world clinical application.
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The programme was conducted in collaboration with Fortis Healthcare and focused on accelerating healthcare innovation through cross-sector collaboration. Ten high-potential healthcare startups participated in the inaugural cohort, working alongside medical professionals and healthcare specialists to develop solutions aimed at improving patient care, expanding access to healthcare services, and strengthening clinical outcomes.
Three startups were recognised for their contributions at the conclusion of the programme. eNext ICU received the top award for its 24/7 Tele-ICU platform, which sought to improve access to specialist critical care for patients in underserved communities. RNT Health Insights was awarded second place for its artificial intelligence-based technology designed to support the earlier detection of upper gastrointestinal cancers during endoscopic procedures. Cartogene Therapeutics secured third place for its work on reducing treatment timelines to improve access to CAR-T cell therapy for patients with blood cancers.
The programme demonstrated the importance of collaboration between healthcare providers, innovators, and industry experts in addressing evolving healthcare challenges. The initiative highlighted the role of digital health technologies, artificial intelligence, and advanced therapeutics in strengthening healthcare delivery while supporting more accessible and efficient patient care.
IHH Healthcare also announced that the next edition of the IHH Catalyst programme would be held in North Asia, continuing its efforts to engage healthcare innovators in developing practical solutions for patients and healthcare systems. The programme is expected to further encourage collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem while supporting innovations that contribute to improved healthcare outcomes in the region.
Source: IHH Healthcare
