VitusCare

VitusCare, founded in 2017, is a dialysis care provider focused on making renal care accessible and affordable in underserved areas of India, particularly in Tier 2, 3, and 4 cities. The company was established by co-founders Prabhat Shrivastava (CEO), Dr. Saurabh Pokhariyal (Chief Medical Director), and Pankaj Tandon (CFO). Dr. Pokhariyal is a nephrologist with over 18 years of experience, and Tandon is a corporate finance expert. The founding team's combined expertise addresses gaps in high-quality dialysis care delivery.

VitusCare operates a chain of dialysis clinics and provides a range of services including in-center hemodialysis, at-home hemodialysis, diet and nutrition consultations, and psychological support for patients. The company primarily follows a capital-efficient "box-in-box" business model, partnering with existing hospitals to establish and manage dedicated dialysis units within their facilities. This approach allows for rapid expansion and leverages hospital infrastructure while VitusCare manages all operational aspects, including equipment and staffing. The company also operates some standalone centers and has adopted a hub-and-spoke model to serve a wider radius, setting up large centers in key locations with smaller satellite units nearby.

The company generates revenue through its dialysis services and has established partnerships to offer cashless treatments under government schemes like Ayushman Bharat and various private insurance plans. VitusCare has shown significant growth, doubling its footprint to over 50 centers in seven months following its Series A funding in April 2024. The company has raised approximately $5 million in total funding, including a $2.7 million Series A round led by Tomorrow Capital. VitusCare is planning a further fundraise of over $10 million to fuel its expansion, aiming to triple its network of centers and expand into international markets in Southeast and Central Asia.

Keywords: dialysis services, kidney care, renal care, hemodialysis, healthcare provider, India healthcare, Tier 2 cities, Tier 3 cities, hospital partnerships, in-home dialysis, nephrology, affordable healthcare, chronic kidney disease, medical services, health-tech, patient care, medical treatment, hospital services, healthcare expansion, international healthcare