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Southeast Asia’s healthtech startups garner $1.5b in funding in five years
Southeast Asia’s healthtech startups garner $1.5b in funding in five years
The sector experienced a funding peak of $515m in 2023.
Malaysia’s medical device market outpaces SEA counterparts to value $3.3b by 2028
The sector is projected to rise at 7.8% CAGR in US dollar terms through 2028.
Cambodia’s Central Hospital pivots to tech adoption for enhanced heart care
One of its key technologies is an ECMO machine for prolonged life support in critical care conditions.
Vietnam’s medical device market to value $2.5b by 2028
Thanks to a strong domestic demand and increased healthcare spending
KL Int'l Tertiary Hospital eyes medical hub status with integrated approach
The upcoming facility will integrate medical and wellness services for a holistic patient experience.
APAC’s healthcare security in crisis over rising cyberattacks: report
This poses a threat to health information, along with financial and insurance data.
Stronger partnerships urged to make healthcare accessible in remote areas
DKSH Healthcare said Southeast Asian nations should push for stronger public-private partnerships and harmonise regulatory standards.
Gleneagles Hospital strides forward with 65 years of innovative healthcare
Established in 1959, GEH now has 13 hospitals and two clinics across Asia.
National Dental Centre Singapore at the forefront of digital oral care
Its intra-oral scanning technology is replacing traditional moulding of teeth.
IHH Healthcare’s proton therapy centre emphasises precise target treatment for cancer
The facility offers accurate tumour targeting with minimised damage to healthy tissue.
Malaysia’s health expenditure to grow by 8.3% CAGR until 2028
Its medium-term health expenditure growth is expected to be one of the fastest in the ASEAN.
Island Hospital’s IMC integrated hub focused on person-centred care
The new facility is set to feature expanded centres of excellence in Malaysia focused on value-based care.
Dharmais Cancer Hospital leads cancer treatment innovation in Indonesia
CEO Soeko Werdi Nindito Daroekoesoemo unveils advanced technology and seven flagship programmes for cancer treatment.
Healthway Cancer Care Hospital advances holistic care at a reasonable price
Expect a quality of life and survivorship programme catering to the overall patient journey.
MakatiMed advances towards precise surgical care with Da Vinci Xi robotic system
The tech allows for minimally invasive techniques in urology, hepatobiliary, cardiovascular, thoracic, obstetrics and gynaecology, and general surgery.
Healthcare data surge prompts strategic investments in analytics
About 30% of data worldwide is generated from healthcare.
India spurs healthcare digitalisation with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Experts see great promise in the mission’s aim to improve citizens’ access to healthcare services.
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