Samsung has partnered with health tech company Eka Care to introduce a ‘Health Records’ feature on the Samsung Health app in India. This initiative aligns with the Indian government’s Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) and aims to streamline healthcare management by enabling users to digitally access and manage their medical records.
Users can create an Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) directly within the Samsung Health app using their Aadhaar or mobile numbers. Once registered, they can securely access their medical history, including prescriptions, lab results, and hospital visits, all linked to their unique ABHA IDs. This eliminates the need for physical paperwork and provides a comprehensive, secure health management system.
The Health Records feature is backed by Samsung’s R&D, UX design, and consumer experience teams, in collaboration with Eka Care.
Bengaluru-based Eka Care was founded in December 2020 by Vikalp Sahni and Deepak Tuli. Tuli emphasised the partnership’s potential to accelerate the adoption of ABDM, adding, “This collaboration is a key step toward building a more connected and efficient healthcare ecosystem in the country.”
Samsung Research Institute’s managing director, Kyungyun Roo, highlighted the company’s focus on enhancing customer experiences, stating, “The Health Records feature empowers users to manage their health history, track progress, and maintain better control over their well-being.”
Samsung and HealthCare
Samsung has been actively expanding into the healthcare sector through various initiatives and partnerships. A couple of years ago, the company announced an Open Innovation Initiative in collaboration with institutions such as the MIT Media Lab, Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Tulane University School of Medicine, and Samsung Medical Center. This program aims to explore advancements in the digital health ecosystem and new approaches to wellness.
Additionally, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Ring, a smart ring designed for health and wellness monitoring. The device tracks various health metrics, including sleep quality and heart rate, providing users with personalized wellness insights.
The company also launched the SmartThings Family Care service to assist caregivers in remotely monitoring and supporting their loved ones through smart home devices and Galaxy smartphones.
Big Tech and Healthcare
Big tech companies have been offering healthcare solutions through applications and cloud suites. Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and others are offering solutions on the operations and research end.
Apollo Hospitals, for example, has adopted Oracle Fusion for comprehensive ERP and HCM solutions, becoming its first payroll customer. Similarly, Fortis utilises Oracle Fusion to streamline back-office operations. Additionally, Aster Hospitals and Omega Healthcare have incorporated Oracle Fusion into their business process outsourcing (BPO) workflows.
Bengaluru-based Healthify, was the only Indian startup to be featured at OpenAI Devday 2024. The health and wellness platform that recently raised $20M, raising the total equity to $125M leverages AI to personalise health coaching and tracking services.
