By MTT Editorial Team
India’s rise as a preferred medical tourism destination is increasingly powered by technology. Beyond hospitals and surgeons, a new generation of healthcare startups is redefining how patients access care, receive diagnoses, undergo treatment and manage recovery. These companies are building digitally enabled, AI-driven, patient-centric healthcare models that align perfectly with the expectations of global patients seeking efficiency, precision and continuity of care.
Below is an in-depth look at 20 of India’s most influential healthcare startups, highlighting what they do, how they add value, and why they matter to the future of healthcare and medical tourism.
Top 20 Healthcare Startups in India
PharmEasy
PharmEasy has evolved into one of India’s largest integrated digital healthcare platforms. It offers online medicine delivery, diagnostic test bookings, teleconsultations and chronic care management through a single digital interface. By simplifying access to medicines and diagnostics, PharmEasy plays a crucial role in pre-treatment preparation and post-treatment continuity of care for international patients.
Tata 1mg
Backed by Tata Digital, Tata 1mg combines trust, technology and healthcare access. The platform provides e-pharmacy services, lab diagnostics, virtual doctor consultations and credible medical information. Its strong focus on quality, transparency and reliability makes it particularly relevant for international patients seeking dependable digital healthcare support in India.
Practo
Practo is one of India’s most established healthtech platforms, connecting patients with doctors through appointment scheduling, telemedicine and digital health records. It also offers practice management tools for healthcare providers, improving operational efficiency. Practo’s ecosystem supports seamless patient engagement before and after medical travel.
MediBuddy
MediBuddy delivers an end-to-end digital healthcare experience by integrating teleconsultations, OPD and IPD services, insurance facilitation and corporate wellness programs. Its platform simplifies hospital access and healthcare navigation, making it valuable for medical tourists requiring structured care coordination.
MFine
MFine leverages artificial intelligence to enable instant consultations with qualified doctors and facilitate diagnostic bookings. The platform focuses on speed, accuracy and convenience, helping patients receive timely medical opinions—a critical factor for international patients seeking second opinions or follow-up consultations.
Cure.fit (Cult.Health)
Cure.fit, now operating as Cult.Health, has redefined preventive healthcare in India. It integrates fitness training, mental wellness, nutrition and digital medical consultations into a unified ecosystem. This holistic approach aligns with global trends emphasizing lifestyle medicine and preventive care for long-term health outcomes.
Qure.ai
Qure.ai is a globally recognised AI diagnostics company specialising in medical imaging analysis. Its solutions assist clinicians in detecting tuberculosis, strokes, lung abnormalities and other conditions with greater speed and accuracy. The platform enhances diagnostic confidence and is increasingly adopted in both public and private healthcare systems worldwide.
Healthians
Healthians is a leading at-home diagnostics provider offering preventive health check-ups and pathology services across India. Its extensive lab network and focus on convenience support early disease detection and routine monitoring—key components of comprehensive healthcare for international patients.
HealthifyMe
HealthifyMe uses artificial intelligence and human coaching to deliver personalised nutrition, fitness and lifestyle programs. With rising global interest in metabolic health and preventive wellness, the platform supports long-term health optimisation before and after medical treatments.
HealthPlix
HealthPlix provides AI-powered electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical decision support tools for doctors and hospitals. By enabling data-driven treatment decisions and standardised documentation, HealthPlix enhances clinical quality and continuity of care—critical for patients transitioning between healthcare systems.
Lybrate
Lybrate facilitates digital doctor-patient engagement through online consultations, appointment booking and medical advice. It improves healthcare accessibility and supports remote follow-ups, making it especially useful for international patients seeking post-treatment consultations.
Ultrahuman
Ultrahuman focuses on advanced metabolic monitoring and wearable health technology. Its solutions provide real-time insights into glucose levels, physical activity and metabolic performance, catering to health-conscious individuals and patients managing chronic conditions.
Pristyn Care
Pristyn Care operates a technology-enabled surgical care network specialising in minimally invasive procedures. By streamlining the patient journey—from diagnosis and surgery to post-operative care—the platform enhances efficiency, transparency and patient experience.
Netmeds
Netmeds is a prominent online pharmacy platform delivering prescription medicines and healthcare products nationwide. Its logistics and digital ordering capabilities ensure uninterrupted medication access, which is essential for patients during recovery and long-term treatment.
Flipkart Health+
Flipkart Health+ extends healthcare services through Flipkart’s digital ecosystem, offering pharmacy services, diagnostics and teleconsultations. Its scale and digital reach enhance accessibility and convenience for patients across regions.
Dozee
Dozee is an AI-based, contactless patient monitoring solution that tracks vital parameters such as heart rate, respiration and sleep patterns. Used in hospitals and home-care settings, it supports early clinical intervention and continuous patient monitoring.
Niramai
Niramai has developed a non-invasive, radiation-free breast cancer screening technology using AI and thermal imaging. Its focus on early detection and preventive oncology has gained international recognition, making it highly relevant for global cancer care.
SigTuple
SigTuple applies artificial intelligence to automate pathology workflows, including blood smear analysis and diagnostic reporting. Its technology improves laboratory efficiency, accuracy and turnaround time, strengthening diagnostic infrastructure.
Eka Care
Eka Care focuses on digital health records management and patient data integration, aligned with India’s national digital health framework (ABHA). It enables secure, portable health records and continuity of care across providers and geographies.
Orange Health
Orange Health is an emerging AI-driven diagnostics startup offering rapid home-based lab testing. With a strong emphasis on speed, accuracy and quality, it addresses the growing demand for quick diagnostic services in urban healthcare markets.
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A Technology-Led Advantage for Medical Tourism
Together, these startups represent a powerful convergence of clinical expertise, artificial intelligence, digital access and patient-centric innovation. By improving diagnostic precision, enhancing care coordination and enabling preventive health management, they are strengthening India’s position as a technology-powered global healthcare destination.
For medical tourists, this ecosystem ensures not just treatment—but a seamless, digitally supported healthcare journey from diagnosis to recovery and beyond.