Busy in month-end closing? I bet you're deep in numbers: revenue, COGS, ROAS, margins, CAC, and all those financial metrics that keep the business world running. But let me ask you this: what about the numbers that truly matter? The numbers that can mean the difference between life and death?
India’s healthcare system is witnessing rapid transformation, and doctors, particularly those aiming to establish independent practices, face unprecedented challenges. The traditional polyclinic model, once seen as a practical solution for medical professionals looking to share resources and offer multi-specialty services under one roof, is now showing its limitations in a tech-driven world. Meanwhile, corporate hospitals and pharmacy-attached clinics are also proving restrictive for doctors, especially for those seeking autonomy, flexibility, and modern tools for patient care. Enter the era of co-working spaces for doctors, a dynamic business model that offers not only shared real estate but also a comprehensive tech-enabled ecosystem for doctors to thrive. From handling licensing and compliance to offering digital infrastructure for online appointments, telemedicine, CRM systems, and marketing solutions, these co-working spaces represent the next evolution in medical practice. In this article, we’ll explore the urgent need for such spaces in India, provide a detailed comparison between the old polyclinic model and new-age co-working spaces, and explain why this concept is better suited for doctors today—especially for specialists moving to suburban and smaller district towns.
In the grand circus of the internet, a particularly peculiar sideshow has emerged: the health and wellness influencer. From miracle diet plans to intimacy tips, these self-proclaimed experts are offering their unique brand of advice to a captive audience. While some may be well-intentioned, others appear to be modern-day snake oil salespeople.
In the wake of the heartbreaking incident of 14-year-old Fayza Ansari's death due to the alleged denial of treatment by multiple government hospitals in Delhi, it's time to delve deeper into the underlying issues plaguing our healthcare system. While the shortage of beds, medicine stocks, and budget constraints are evident problems, the real crisis lies in the overburdened government tertiary hospitals, the underutilized potential of secondary care facilities, and the neglect of healthcare at the grassroots level. The news piece from Hindustan Times sheds light on the desperate struggle of Fayza's family as they ran from one hospital to another, seeking help for their ailing daughter. But what we often overlook is the systemic breakdown that pushes patients to the brink and exacerbates the challenges faced by our healthcare providers.
