ekincare raises strategic investment from MSD IDEA Studio Asia Pacific
Summary
The round also saw participation from ekincares existing investor, HealthQuad, a venture capital fund focused on healthcare innovation. This investment round will empower ekincare to advance its mission of revolutionising corporate primary and preventive healthcare through AI-driven, personalised Outpatient Department (OPD) solutions.The platform leverages AI, data analytics, and telemedicine to make preventive healthcare more personalised and accessible.Healthcare in India is at a turning point. Their expertise in medicines, vaccines, and digital health, combined with our AI-driven, customer-centric approach, will help us deliver seamless, personalised healthcare to millions, said Kiran Kalakuntla, Co-founder & CEO of ekincare.With this investment, ekincare aims to expand its cashless OPD network and enhance AI-powered analytics to drive better preventive care, chronic disease management, and employee wellness outcomes.Saumick Pal, Head of Digital, Data Analytics & Innovation, MSD Asia Pacific said, We see strong potential in our investment in ekincare to accelerate the shift toward personalised and preventive healthcare in India by harnessing the power of technology for both individuals and enterprises. At MSD, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality care, and investments in platforms like ekincare reflect our belief that scalable, tech-enabled solutions can make healthcare more proactive, affordable, and inclusive. Our investment will support their mission of integrating preventive care into the everyday lives of individuals and enterprises, enhancing affordability and access to quality healthcare.