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Telemedicine platforms evolve beyond virtual consultations

Companies are seeking ways to differentiate themselves and capture more parts of the value chain

Claudia Chong
Published Mon, Apr 22, 2024 · 11:02 AM
    • Private pods at Doctor Anywhere's new health screening facility, DA Orchard MedSuites.
    • Private pods at Doctor Anywhere's new health screening facility, DA Orchard MedSuites. PHOTO: DA MEDSUITES

    TELEMEDICINE startups in South-east Asia are expanding beyond virtual consultations, with some companies buying physical assets or partnering other healthcare players.

    Telemedicine platforms emerged about six years ago as an easy way for patients with straightforward ailments to consult general practitioners through video call.

    Many startups were slow to gain traction, until the Covid-19 pandemic forced consumers to adopt digital ways of accessing healthcare.

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