Bridging the Gap in Healthcare Dr. Sudhanshu Tyagi’s Porvoo Transition Care

When faced with the critical need for transition care in India, Dr. Sudhanshu Tyagi, a renowned MD with a Ph.D. in Nephrology, decided to take matters into his own hands. Recognizing the absence of proper transition care facilities in the country, Dr. Tyagi founded Porvoo Transition Care. Porvoo aims to provide a vital link between hospitalization and returning home, offering comprehensive and affordable post-hospitalization services. In this exclusive interview with SMBStory, Dr. Tyagi sheds light on his journey and the significant role Porvoo plays in healthcare.

Identifying the Need:

Dr. Tyagi’s journey towards establishing Porvoo Transition Care began with a personal experience. When his mother was discharged from the hospital following treatment for a neurological disorder, Dr. Tyagi encountered numerous challenges. With no further active medical intervention required, they opted for home care, setting up an ICU at home. However, this decision came with its share of issues, including a lack of continuity of care, emotional and financial stress, and more. It was a turning point that highlighted the acute need for transition care facilities in India.

Bringing European Standards to India:

Having spent a significant portion of his life in Europe, Dr. Tyagi was aware of the concept of transition care. However, to his surprise, he couldn’t find similar services in India. This realization prompted him to take matters into his own hands and establish Porvoo Transition Care in 2019, in New Delhi. Since then, the company has witnessed significant growth, even though Dr. Tyagi refrains from disclosing specific turnover figures.

Porvoo’s Comprehensive Services:

Porvoo Transition Care is a 16-bed facility equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment and a dedicated medical team capable of attending to a wide range of patients. It acts as a bridge between the hospital and home, ensuring a smooth transition after hospitalization. The facility offers a comprehensive range of services, including critical care, post-operative care, nursing care, geriatric and dementia care, physiotherapy, diet and nutrition, oncology services, diagnostics and radiology, an in-house pharmacy, and 24/7 ambulance support.

Ideal Solutions and Target Audience:

Porvoo Transition Care offers an ideal solution in various scenarios, such as when individuals visit large cities for medical procedures, making it unsuitable for them to return home immediately post-hospitalization. It also addresses the financial aspect, providing critical care at more affordable rates. In addition, Porvoo caters to the growing number of nuclear families in urban India, offering geriatric care for elderly family members. For NRIs with loved ones in Delhi, Porvoo serves as a reliable care partner.

Porvoo’s Competitive Edge:

Porvoo Transition Care’s competitive advantage lies in its affordability and high-quality care. The facility charges start at just Rs 5,000 per day, encompassing a range of services such as patient bed charges, nursing, medical attendant services, consultations with resident medical officers and critical care specialists, diet planning, and more. Porvoo maintains a nursing ratio of 1:4, ensuring round-the-clock care from experienced nurses. Additionally, the facility offers physiotherapy and speech therapy to aid patients’ recovery.

The Future of Porvoo Transition Care:

Dr. Sudhanshu Tyagi envisions expanding Porvoo Transition Care across Delhi-NCR, with plans for pan-India expansion in the future. The primary challenge is creating awareness about transition care in India, as it remains a relatively new concept. Despite this challenge, Dr. Tyagi is committed to making transition care accessible and affordable for patients across the nation.

Dr. Sudhanshu Tyagi’s journey from a medical professional to an entrepreneur addressing a critical gap in healthcare is truly remarkable. Porvoo Transition Care stands as a beacon of hope for patients and families seeking a smooth and affordable transition from hospitalization to home care. With a commitment to expanding its reach and ensuring quality care, Porvoo is poised to transform the healthcare landscape in India.