Indraprastha Apollo Hospital – Multispeciality Hospital for Accessible Health care in India

Established in 1983 by Dr. Prathap C Reddy, Apollo Hospital stands as one of the best multispeciality hospitals for affordable health care in India. The hospital network, which is spread out over 150 countries, combines advanced medical technology with patient-centric care to serve its patients with high-quality treatments, including urology and orthopedic surgery.

With a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem—more than 73 hospitals, over 700 clinics, and 2,300 diagnostic centers—Alto has saved well over 200 million lives globally to date. The network also includes 6,000 pharmacies, over 10,000 beds, and a team of 11,000 highly skilled doctors. Serving more than 10,000 pin codes across India, Apollo's extensive reach serves its mission of providing affordable and accessible healthcare to its patients from all over the world.

The hospital is widely recognised for its excellence in specialised care across several specialities, including cardiology, neuroscience, oncology, ophthalmology, and more. Apollo also offers a wide range of services, including diagnostic centres, pharmacies, and primary care clinics. Its telemedicine services let its patients access consultations remotely, while the health insurance arm and global healthcare consultancy further extend Apollo's expertise.

Apollo Hospitals also contributes to medical education and training with its medical colleges, nursing schools, and e-learning programs, like Medvarsity. Talking about legacy, Apollo pioneered several advancements in healthcare, including the introduction of advanced medical technologies and the recent inauguration of South East Asia’s first Proton Therapy Centre for cancer treatment in Chennai.

Apollo’s focus on preventive healthcare is highlighted through its initiatives, including the Billion Hearts Beating Foundation. The organisation also runs several community welfare programs, including SACHi and SAHI, which provide critical care and support for patients with hearing impairments. The Total Health Foundation, an initiative by Dr Reddy, brings all-inclusive treatments to the people of Thavanampalle Mandal in Andhra Pradesh

Dr. Prathap C Reddy’s contributions have also been recognised with the Padma Vibhushan, which is India’s second-highest civilian award. Apollo Hospital has also been honoured with a commemorative stamp from the Government of India in recognition of its extensive impact on healthcare. The organisation has conducted over 20 million health checks so far, which is a testament to their contributions to preventive treatments.

The heart of Apollo Hospital's TLC philosophy is its patient-centred approach. This, along with the hospitals world-class medical treatments, has earned Apollo a reputation for being the best in their field.

■ Vision:

Apollo Hospitals operates with the vision of ‘Touching a billion lives’ and aims to impact the health and well-being of patients from around the world. The hospital provides accessible and patient-centric healthcare to patients from around the world.

■ Mission:

Apollo Hospitals' mission is to bring high-quality and affordable healthcare within the reach of every patient in need. The hospital believes in achieving excellence in education, research, and healthcare for the benefit of its patients to provide them with accessible and technologically advanced medical treatments.