India’s first Integrated Rural Medical Centre (IRMC) has been launched in Andhra Pradesh, combining teleconsultations, AI-powered diagnostics, and multi disciplinary care to improve healthcare access in rural communities.
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Announced in April 2026, the first IRMC was launched in Sakhinetipalli, Andhra Pradesh, by Doctor Plus in collaboration with Bisam Pharma and Quick Vitals. The centre offers teleconsultations, AI-based diagnostics, and preventive care services, acting as a hub for surrounding villages. Around 15 such centres are planned initially, with a long term vision of scaling to 150 centres across India by 2028.
In a significant step toward improving rural healthcare access, India’s first Integrated Rural Medical Centre (IRMC) has been launched in Sakhinetipalli in Andhra Pradesh’s Dr B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district. The initiative aims to address long-standing healthcare gaps in villages through a technology enabled, integrated care model.
The centre is designed as a central healthcare hub for nearby rural populations, providing access to general physicians, specialist consultations, and preventive healthcare services all under one roof. This model reduces dependency on distant urban hospitals and ensures timely medical attention.
A key feature of the IRMC is its teleconsultation capability, which connects patients in remote areas with specialists across geographies. This significantly reduces travel time, costs, and delays in receiving expert care.
The centre also integrates AI-powered diagnostics, enabling early detection and real time health monitoring. Technologies like QuickVitals help assess patient vitals and identify potential health risks, supporting proactive and preventive care approaches.
Another unique aspect is the integration of multiple healthcare systems, including modern allopathic medicine and traditional approaches like Ayurveda. This holistic model aims to provide comprehensive care tailored to rural needs.
The initiative is powered by the DoctorsPlus platform, a cloud based digital health system that supports services such as appointment scheduling, e-prescriptions, digital health records, and patient engagement tools further strengthening the digital backbone of rural healthcare delivery.
Looking ahead, the project plans to expand to 15 centres initially, with a long term vision of scaling to nearly 150 centres across India by 2028, indicating strong potential for nationwide impact.
Experts believe this model could redefine rural healthcare by combining technology, accessibility, and integrated care, making quality healthcare more affordable and available to underserved populations.
“This is not just a facility it represents a movement towards accessible and preventive healthcare for villages.”
By
HB Team
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