CII Healthcare Summit to Showcase AI, Digital Health and Medical Innovation in Mangaluru

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) will host the first edition of the CII Healthcare Summit in Mangaluru, bringing together healthcare professionals, hospital leaders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss the future of healthcare in India. The summit will focus on key themes such as artificial intelligence, digital health, medical technology, hospital management and patient-centric care, highlighting the sector’s rapid transformation through innovation.

The event will feature expert discussions on improving healthcare delivery through digital technologies, expanding access to quality medical services and strengthening collaboration between healthcare providers, industry and government. Participants are expected to exchange insights on emerging technologies, workforce development and sustainable healthcare models that can improve patient outcomes.

Industry experts believe artificial intelligence, data analytics and connected healthcare systems are playing an increasingly important role in modern medicine. These technologies can support faster diagnosis, improve hospital efficiency, optimise resource utilisation and enhance clinical decision-making while enabling more personalised patient care.

The summit will also provide a platform for discussions on strengthening India’s healthcare ecosystem through innovation, investment and public-private partnerships. Experts note that collaboration between hospitals, technology companies and policymakers is essential for addressing rising healthcare demands and expanding access to advanced medical services.

Healthcare leaders are expected to deliberate on topics including digital transformation, medical education, preventive healthcare and the adoption of emerging technologies such as telemedicine and AI-assisted diagnostics. Such initiatives are viewed as critical to building a resilient, future-ready healthcare system capable of meeting the country’s growing medical needs.

The inaugural CII Healthcare Summit reflects the increasing emphasis on innovation-driven healthcare in India. By bringing together key stakeholders, the event aims to encourage knowledge sharing, accelerate technology adoption and support the development of a more efficient, accessible and patient-focused healthcare system.