The Morning Brief Corner Office Conversation with Apollo’s Dr Preetha and Suneeta Reddy
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Nov 10, 2025 In a compelling discussion, Dr. Preetha Reddy and Suneeta Reddy share their four-decade journey with Apollo Hospitals, showcasing its evolution from a small clinic to a global healthcare leader. They explore India's healthcare challenges, including bed shortages and rising non-communicable diseases. The Reddys also discuss using technology like AI and telemedicine to enhance patient care, and the importance of affordability. With a vision for India as a global healthcare powerhouse, they emphasize the need for innovation and trust in healthcare values.
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Origin Story That Shaped Apollo
- Apollo began after a young patient couldn't get timely surgery abroad and Dr Prathap C Reddy resolved to bring world-class care to India.
- That initial story set the mission that caring drives the business and spawned hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and training.
Structural Demand Drove Growth
- India had a structural gap in beds and care which created demand for organised private healthcare at scale.
- Apollo served patients from 147 countries by offering high-quality care at roughly one-tenth international cost.
Clinician-Led With Private Equity Discipline
- Private equity brings operational discipline but Apollo remains clinician-driven, prioritising outcomes and quality.
- Investment and training in nursing and support staff are core to sustaining clinical excellence at scale.