Hyderabad-based health-tech start-up, DoctorC has expanded its presence and partnered with diagnostic majors like Elbit Medical Diagnostic Center, Dr. Lal Pathlabs, Santosh Diagnostic and Scan Center to storm into Karnataka.

The expansion follows its fund infusion of Rs.2.5 crore raised in September this year from the California-based Leviathan Investments, Hyderabad-based Spice Capital, and Indian Angel Network members along with Sanjay Jesrani, founder and CEO of Go North Ventures.

The company co-founded by former Silicon Valley engineers and Ivy League graduates developed mobile and internet application. It is now chalked its expansion over the next two months where it would scout for more tie-ups with an intent to spur its growth plans via the inorganic route.

The healthcare sector in India is fast emerging as a promising area for investors and innovators, with ample room for collaboration between various stakeholders. Technology is helping to address issues of affordability and accessibility using non-traditional models that can be implemented fast and are scalable. With accessibility of internet and mobile platforms, healthcare entrepreneurs are now offering the right mix of technology expertise to make a difference to the delivery of comprehensive healthcare solutions to the masses.

“Our mobile and internet application brings transparency in medical testing. The year-old company is already accounts for over Rs.1.7 crore worth of tests per year,” said Mansi Gandhi, COO and co-founder of DoctorC.

The company provides information about healthcare providers and diagnostic services which help consumers to make right choices. It enables price and quality comparison across various tests including MRI, CT Scans, Ultrasound, Blood tests, ECG, and EEG, across a variety of diagnostic centres, book appointments and in the process offers discounts.

“Bengaluru is a key market for us, with its higher concentration of tech-savvy demographic, who look for service delivery on-the-go. There are a number of healthcare service providers, and we feel the time is right for us to forge partnerships that will take us to the next level of growth,” said Gandhi.

"The ecosystem of users and investors is maturing fast in India. Consumers look for more options to transact online, while investors are showing greater interest towards creating an environment conducive for healthcare startups in India.” she added.