Health is a human right, not a privilege to be purchased
Shirley Chisholm US politician, educator & author
Founded in 2007 by Dr Arjun Kalyanpur, a globally renowned radiologist, and Dr Sunita Maheswari, a distinguished paediatric cardiologist, the Telerad Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making high-quality healthcare accessible to all everywhere.
We design, develop and run CSR, PPP and Philanthropic projects.
As of March 31, 2022
Vision
A world in which everyone, everywhere, can get affordable, high-quality healthcare, regardless of their social and economic status.
Values
Community. We act with a shared purpose and a passion to serve
Honesty. We are authentic, transparent and ethical in everything we do
Innovation. We embrace creative ideas, technologies and solutions
Empathy. We put the wellbeing of those we serve at the heart of every strategy, plan and project
Fairness. We treat everyone with respect, impartially and without discrimination
Mission
- To improve the lives of underprivileged, vulnerable, and remote populations by providing technology-enabled, high-quality, affordable healthcare
- To upgrade the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers worldwide
- To serve humanity by catalysing the adoption of innovative healthcare technology
Objectives
H – Healthcare Access: To improve access to affordable, high-quality healthcare for underserved, remote, and vulnerable populations across India using technology and innovative delivery models.
E – Early Detection: To utilize advanced diagnostic tools and screening programs for timely identification of health complications, enabling early intervention and better outcomes.
A – Awareness & IEC: To promote preventive health practices through targeted Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) initiatives that empower communities to make informed health choices.
L – Livelihood & Skilling: To strengthen the healthcare workforce by providing practical training, skilling, and capacity-building programs, leading to gainful employment and improved health system performance.
T – Technology-Enabled Services: To leverage telemedicine, digital platforms, and AI-based tools to deliver timely specialist consultations and essential medical services in a scalable and cost-effective manner.
E – Ecosystem Strengthening: To support public health infrastructure development, including upgrades to diagnostic equipment, IT systems, and civil facilities, ensuring efficient healthcare delivery.
C – Collaborations: To work in partnership with government bodies, NGOs, and corporates to design and implement scalable, sustainable, and impactful healthcare programs aligned with national priorities.
H – Healthcare Innovation: To drive innovation in healthcare delivery by adopting and scaling cutting-edge technologies that improve accuracy, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
Strategies
R – Remote-first Delivery: Operate with a digital-first, telemedicine-led approach to ensure access to specialist consultations and diagnostics in underserved regions.
E – Ecosystem Partnerships: Build strong collaborations with government bodies (e.g., NHM, Health Departments), medical institutions, and CSR partners to co-create high-impact health programs.
A – Affordable & Volunteer-Led Model: Keep operational costs low through committed volunteering by expert physicians (RxDx, global radiologists) and optimized program management.
C – Capacity Building: Design and deliver training programs for frontline health workers (GNMs, ANMs, CHOs) and provide exposure to digital health systems for medical students.
H – Hybrid Health Delivery: Implement phygital (physical + digital) health models by co-locating telehealth services within PHCs to ensure continuity of care.
P – Public Health Infra Strengthening: Upgrade civil infrastructure, diagnostics, and IT systems at government health facilities to enhance service delivery efficiency.
L – Localized, Scalable Implementation: Deploy projects with regional customization while aligning with national healthcare policies and sustainability goals.
U – Use of AI & Innovation: Integrate AI-based tools and health tech solutions to improve diagnostic accuracy, disease detection, and care quality.
S – Strategic CSR Execution: Design and manage CSR health programs for corporates, ensuring community alignment, regulatory compliance, and measurable impact.
Telemedicine Pioneers
We started out supporting charitable hospitals in remote rural areas. Now, use cutting-edge telehealth technology to deliver innovative, scalable, affordable healthcare and health education solutions.
Diverse Project Models
Affordable Programme Management
Digital technology keeps costs low. Passionate leaders from the Telerad Group and physicians from RxDx donate their time and talent, as do volunteer radiologists worldwide.