The city of Chennai holds the potential of being India’s healthtech hub. Over the years, it has attracted promising entrepreneurs who have made an impressive foray into creating new-age startups in the health and fitness sphere. A vibrant ecosystem of venture capitalists, enthusiastic entrepreneurs, and an encouraging government is turning the city into a startup hotspot. This article will delve into some of these startups with an inception of 2020 or later that are revolutionizing the health-tech landscape in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
The Indian healthcare sector is ripe for disruption. With a significant gap of access to healthcare facilities, there is a vast potential for startups to make a mark in this landscape. Combining technology with healthcare can not only offer access to treatment but also improve the quality of care, reduce costs, and increase the effectiveness of the treatments.
Appealing to the newer generation of young India, these startups have proven to be path-breakers in this highly technical industry. From fitness and healthcare service providers to medical device manufacturers and health data analyzers, let’s examine some noteworthy startups headquartered in Chennai.
MedCuore Medical Solutions
Specializing in the design, development, and sale of respiratory-care medical equipment, MedCuore Medical Solutions was founded with an aim to improve respiratory health services and offer maintenance support. Their young and dynamic team consists of dedicated techies from diverse backgrounds who work tirelessly to provide the best health care solutions.
Fine Fettle
As the name suggests, Fine Fettle aspires to promote health and wellness through knowledge and practical methods. It is a comprehensive platform offering an array of health and wellness tips, fitness advice, and guidance on how to make health a part of daily life. With the exceptional health advice provided on the blog, Fine Fettle encourages its readers to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle. Connect with them on Twitter, Facebook, and Linkedin.
Saiyan’s Fitness
Owned by India’s first natural bodybuilding Mr. World (WNBF & ICN) – Yuvaprakash, Saiyan’s Fitness is dedicated to transforming lives through their unique ‘Smart Coaching’. The startup guarantees a transformation and offers a personal performance tracking app for their clients. Connect with Saiyan’s Fitness on their Facebook page.
MadrasMED
MadrasMED uses available healthcare data to offer analytics support and develop new products. It serves as a significant resource for medical practitioners, hospitals, and other stakeholders in the healthcare sector looking for data-driven solutions.
Blod.in
Aiming to better manage healthcare data, Blod.in is a health-tech startup that simplifies the process of connecting hospitals and blood banks. Connect with them on Twitter and Linkedin.
Mind and Mom
Addressing an often-ignored facet of healthcare – women’s health and wellness, Mind and Mom provides effective methods to deal with health issues ranging from menstruation to menopause. The startup has already impacted the lives of over 40,000 women using the platform. Connect with them on Twitter, Facebook, and Linkedin.
Snouters
For pet-parents who need safe and loving homes for their pets when traveling, Snouters provides a reliable solution. The startup has curated a list of background-checked and trained hosts to take care of pets, making the pet-parents’ journey stress-free.
Craveat
Founded by Prem Naga and Rahul Mahendran, Craveat assists their customers in getting personalised diets and guidance from their nutritionists and health coaches. They also offer a range of healthy, packaged foods and beverages that are gluten-free, non-GMO, and preservative-free. Connect with Craveat on Facebook and Linkedin.
HARCHANA
With over 20 years of experience, HARCHANA is a prominent trader of Indian Raw Herbs and Spices. They process their raw materials into finished products, which are then packed in eco-friendly paper pouches and traded across India.
Startups like these are not just contributing to the city’s emerging entrepreneurial culture, but also providing a wide range of services that make healthcare more accessible and efficient for millions of Indians. In the years to come, Chennai is all set to reinforce its status as India’s promising health-tech hub.
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