Abbott Builds Its Digital Reach In India

Abbott’s new digital initiative in India, which already has 2,000 physicians and 1,000 patients on board, aims to provide services and information to improve health outcomes. Gamification concepts and an offline component such as a learning program for physicians are also part of the new offering.

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ABBOTT HAS INTRODUCED A NEW DIGITAL SERVICE IN INDIA

Large foreign firms appear to be increasingly exploring digital options in emerging markets like India to engage with and support both physicians and patients.

Abbott Laboratories Inc. has now rolled out a new digital health initiative in India under its global ‘a:care’ program – a platform pivoted around the US multinational’s pharmaceuticals business...

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