Nasscom, GE healthcare partner for health-tech innovation

Technology services industry body Nasscom has partnered with Chicago-headquartered GE Healthcare to encourage start-ups to work on digital healthcare solutions in India. Through its Center of Excellence on internet of things (CoE-IOT), Nasscom has entered into a strategic partnership with the company boost the start-up ecosystem in the country and work with them to bring digital healthcare solutions. Technology adoption in the Indian healthcare sector is poised for substantial growth as it continues to emerge as a game-changer in the delivery of healthcare services, said Nasscom in a press release. “The industry has been rapidly adopting new-age technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve access and outcomes. The healthtech sector is committed to connect doctors and patients, providing low-cost medical devices along with tech-enabled diagnostics.” Nasscom said this strategic partnership would focus on co-creating solutions for real-world healthcare challenges in the areas of digital applications for early detection, productivity solutions, and remote and connected care among others. “It will also help the two partners work with policymakers to shape policies around digital health.”