HCL marks it entry in healthcare

NEW DELHI, INDIA: HCL Corp. announced its entry into the healthcare sector with the launch of HCL Healthcare.

HCL Healthcare aspires to be the nation's leading healthcare company by addressing the entire spectrum of healthcare needs; providing healthcare delivery, innovative medical services, products and training to meet the growing need for quality healthcare.

HCL Avitas, in affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine International, is the first subsidiary of HCL Healthcare and will provide a range of healthcare delivery offerings. Starting with the country's first nation-wide networked multi-specialty clinics, HCL Avitas will provide unmatched patient experience and outcomes by adopting global best practices for medical quality and training, using evidence-based systems and integrating advanced technology.

Shiv Nadar, founder and chairman, HCL & Shiv Nadar Foundation, said: "Education, healthcare and technology will be the key enablers of our country's future progress and growth. Over the last 38 years, HCL has been at the forefront of technology and innovation. I have personally been committed to the cause of education through the Foundation for 20 years. Today is a day of immense joy for me as we announce our entry into healthcare - an area of paramount national importance."

Steven J. Thompson, CEO, Johns Hopkins Medicine International, said: "As part of Johns Hopkins Medicine's historic mission, we strive to improve global health by sharing our knowledge, clinical expertise and best practices through sustainable and high-impact collaborations. HCL is a strong, highly trusted brand with a steadfast commitment to transform healthcare in India. Together with HCL Avitas, we hope to establish a new paradigm in patient-centered care in India."