In this episod eof the Healthcare India Podcast Dr Vikram is in conversation with Niel Ateem, founder of Multiplier.Agency. Niel is based in Bali and discusses common mistakes made by Healthcare entrepreneurs, including failing to differentiate, focusing on mechanics rather than value, and not paying enough attention to word of mouth.

He then outlines simple steps to help build a powerful healthcare brand.

A must-listen for those starting out on their entrepreneurial journey in healthcare, or those looking to refine their brand positioning.

As alway,s we would love to hear from you. Get in touch with Dr Vikram directly at drvikram@Healthcare-in-india.net or connect with him on LinkedIn.

Every January, millions of people set health resolutions—and most abandon them within weeks. In this episode, Dr. Vikram Venkateswaran reflects on his most significant learning from 2025: real health change doesn’t come from resolutions, it comes from guiding principles that compound over time.

Drawing parallels with financial compounding, he explains why small, consistent health interventions outperform dramatic “big bang” approaches. The episode dives deep into the three most powerful levers for long-term health—sleep, nutrition, and routine monitoring—while framing health as an ecosystem rather than a single habit.

If you’re looking to enter 2026 with a sustainable, science-backed approach to health, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to the Healthcare India Podcast. Today, we’re unlocking one of the most underrated health tools you already use every day—music. Not just as entertainment, but as a science-backed intervention that can shift your hormones, sharpen your focus, power your workouts, and even improve your sleep.
From Mozart to Bollywood, Carnatic ragas to 70s classics, your playlist may actually be shaping your biology more than you think.
Stay with me as we decode which genres optimise your morning, which fuel performance, which supercharge learning, and which lull your brain into deep restorative sleep.
This isn’t a music episode… It’s a longevity protocol.”

In this insightful episode of the Healthcare India Podcast, Dr Vikram Venkateswaran is in discussion with Dr Anup, unpacking the evolving role of physiotherapy in modern healthcare—far beyond pain relief.

We explore how physiotherapy is shifting from a reactive service to a preventive, tech-enabled discipline that directly shapes patient recovery, functional independence, and long-term health outcomes.

Dr. Anup brings decades of clinical experience, real-world case insights, and a futurist lens on how mobility, musculoskeletal health, and personalised therapy will redefine India’s care pathways.

A must-listen for clinicians, founders, and anyone curious about the science and strategy behind movement-based care.

There are many posts on social media showing that there is one doctor for every 834 people. But here’s the catch: that includes AYUSH practitioners. When we count only allopathic doctors, the ratio drops sharply to one for every 1,366 Indians.

In this episode, Dr Vikram Venkateswaran unpacks what this means for India’s healthcare system, explores which states are leading and lagging, and examines the real-world impact on access to quality care. From the policy gap to the human story behind the numbers, this conversation dives deep into why the doctor shortage is one of India’s silent health crises — and what needs to change.

🎧 Tune in to understand the numbers behind the headlines — and the urgent need to strengthen our medical workforce for a healthier India.

Listen to the earlier podcasts

Digital Transformation in Hospitals: Driving Growth https://open.spotify.com/episode/62uvkThxbunmnvJQJSxSBw?si=b168f4f48a80419f

From Founders to Funders: Rethinking Hospitals and Healthcare Supply Chain - https://open.spotify.com/episode/3a9YqYxtw9UjI8MPesCGzb?si=a28805c164714779

In this episode of Healthcare India Podcast, Dr Vikram Venkateswaran speaks with Sudeep Dey, a marathoner and healthcare technology leader, on how fitness, leadership, and digital transformation intersect in India’s evolving healthcare ecosystem. From AI in hospitals to the changing role of the CIO, Sudeep shares insights on building resilient, data-driven healthcare systems for 2030 and beyond.

Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s already shaping healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and operations. But here’s the truth: adopting AI isn’t just a technology challenge, it’s a leadership challenge.

In this episode, Vikram Venkateswaran unpacks three key lessons from The AI-Savvy Leader by David De Cremer and explores what they mean for healthcare:

1️⃣ Why leaders must start with purpose, not technology.
2️⃣ How to adopt a humans-plus-AI mindset that empowers clinicians.
3️⃣ The importance of continuous learning and accountability to keep AI safe, effective, and trusted.

The stakes in healthcare are higher than anywhere else—patient lives and public trust. This episode offers a roadmap for leaders who want to move beyond hype and ensure AI truly serves patients, clinicians, and systems.

👉 If you’re a healthcare leader looking to make sense of AI and its real-world impact, this one’s for you.

In this episode, Dr Vikram Venkateswaran chats with Madan Sampat, VP of Supply Chain and Projects at HCG, who shares his journey across healthcare, finance, and leadership. We explore the realities of hospital operations, resilient supply chains, pricing, and capital markets — as well as his advice for the next generation of healthcare entrepreneurs.

Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or healthcare professional, this episode is packed with insights that can shape your decisions in India’s evolving healthcare ecosystem.