Apollo Hospital Indore has entered into a partnership with Medtronic India, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding, to enhance care for patients suffering from resistant and uncontrolled hypertension. The collaboration aims to expand treatment options and improve overall health outcomes for affected individuals.
This initiative focuses on advancing the use of Renal Denervation Therapy (RDT), a non-drug intervention for managing stubborn cases of high blood pressure. Through specialized training programs and workshops, Medtronic and Apollo will work together to strengthen the capabilities of healthcare professionals in using this cutting-edge technology. The partnership also includes efforts to educate communities—patients, families, and caregivers—on hypertension, its risks, and modern approaches to treatment.
Mandeep Singh Kumar, Managing Director and Vice President of Medtronic India, emphasized the urgent need to address hypertension, a major cause of strokes and heart disease in India. “We are excited to collaborate with Apollo Hospitals to bring innovation-driven solutions to the forefront of hypertension care. Renal Denervation Therapy offers a transformative approach for patients who don’t respond well to conventional medications. Through this partnership, we aim to equip medical professionals with the latest tools and knowledge to improve patient outcomes and redefine standards in hypertension treatment,” he said.
Dr. Sarita Rao, Senior Interventional Cardiologist and Director of the Cath Lab at Apollo Hospitals, Indore, noted the significance of the collaboration. “Uncontrolled hypertension remains a major public health issue. By combining advanced clinical training with modern patient education tools, we are positioned to deliver more impactful care. This partnership is a crucial step toward empowering patients with effective management strategies, ultimately improving outcomes and quality of life,” she said.
Dr. Roshan Rao, Head of Cardiology at Apollo Hospitals, Indore, highlighted the global scale of the issue, stating that over one billion adults aged 30–79 suffer from hypertension. Alarmingly, only 20% have their condition effectively managed. “This highlights the need for greater awareness and proactive interventions to tackle this growing health threat,” he said.
Hypertension, though a serious condition, is manageable. The National Health Mission reports it causes approximately 1.6 million deaths in India annually due to complications like stroke and ischemic heart disease. However, with timely diagnosis, innovative treatment, and consistent care, individuals can significantly reduce their risk and lead healthier lives.
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