Apollo Radiology International Acquires InHealth Limited (UK)’s Reporting Division

Apollo Radiology International Strengthens Its Global Teleradiology Footprint with Acquisition of InHealth Limited (UK)’s Reporting Division

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Expanding Healthcare Excellence through Strategic Partnership with UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions

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London, 18^th November 2024 – Apollo Radiology International(ARI), a unit  of Apollo Hospitals Group and a premier global teleradiology provider headquartered in India, is pleased to announce its acquisition of the radiology reporting wing of InHealth Group, theUK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. This acquisition solidifies ARI's commitment to addressing the critical shortage of radiologists worldwide, enhancing access to quality diagnostic services across the UK and globally. ARI is projected  report over two million scans annually, covering 24 countries and continuing to serve 200+ healthcare organizations.

This collaboration marks a seamless fusion of InHealth’s expertise in providing radiology reporting to theUK’s NHS and ARI’s global reach, technical excellence, and AI-powered solutions. Together, ARI and InHealth aim to extend   reporting services across a wider network ofNHS-partners  in the UK, addressing critical gaps in radiology staffing and providing patients with accurate, timely diagnoses.

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Dr Sreenivasa Raju Kalidindi, CEO and Medical Director for ARI said:“We are excited about our partnership with InHealth, reinforcing ARI's commitment to excellence and innovation in radiology. Guided by our distinguished Clinical Leadership Council, comprised of leading radiologists and healthcare professionals, we ensure the highest standards of clinical governance and strict compliance with NHS requirements. Together, we are poised to address the global radiologist shortage while delivering exceptional quality service.”.

This acquisition also extends ARI’s current commitment to the UK health sector. As a global exam delivery partner of The Royal College of Radiologists and a recruitment partner of NHS England, ARI has been supporting the NHS through academic and training initiatives and radiologist recruitment programs for over eight years. Through this partnership with InHealth, ARI reinforces its dedication to training, accrediting, and providing essential diagnostic support to the NHS and beyond.

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Geoff Searle, CEO of InHealth, said: “InHealth is delighted to be partnering with ARI. Both organisations share an approach which puts quality at the heart of all our services. We are particularly excited about the opportunity this brings to support our NHS partners in addressing the shortage of Radiologists, not only through offering an expanded teleradiology service but through a suite of technological innovations that are now possible through working with ARI.”

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Dr.Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals Group, commented:
"Apollo Radiology International’s partnership with InHealth represents an essential step forward in our commitment to global health. By combining ARI’s extensive capabilities withInHealth’s deep-rooted connections and standards within the NHS, we are establishing a robust framework for timely, accurate, and quality-focused radiology services that will benefit patients and healthcare providers alike.This collaboration allows us to leverage our collective expertise including inAI, addressing the growing shortage of radiologists and creating new benchmarks for quality healthcare delivery.”

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MrGareth Wynn Owen, British Deputy High Commissioner in Hyderabad, said "Excited to see Apollo expand and grow in the UK in a sector which is crucial to the India-UK relationship. This is a further step forward to advancing global healthcare excellence and strengthening the bilateral partnership in medical innovation."

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About Apollo Radiology International: ARI is a specialized radiology venture within the Apollo Group, Asia’s leading healthcare provider. The company offers high-quality teleradiology services for clients in 24 countries, delivers subspecialised radiology training through ARIAcademy and harnesses the power of AI and deep learning through Apolloradiology.AI to revolutionise how medical images are analysed and interpreted. A trailblazer in AI-powered radiology, ARI has partnered withGoogle to tackle global health issues such as Tuberculosis. With plans to expand its use of advanced medical imaging technologies, ARI is setting new standards for patient care. As a global exam delivery partner of The Royal College of Radiologists and a recruitment partner of NHS England, ARI also plays a key role in training and accrediting radiologists for the UK’s NHS.

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About InHealth Group: InHealth is the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. With over 30 years of experience partnering with both the NHS and private sector referrers,InHealth is dedicated to enhancing patient access, affordability, and timely diagnosis and treatment. Each year, InHealth conducts tests, scans, and examinations for over 4 million patients across more than 800 locations throughout the UK, including community diagnostic and treatment centres, community-based medical facilities, hospitals, GP surgeries, and health clinics.

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