“The integration of genomics into healthcare will revolutionize personalized care ”

In an exclusive interview, Kishore Karumanchi, CEO of aciana shares details on the  company’s key offerings, upcoming initiatives, technology trends and future plans.

What sets aciana apart in the industry and your recent initiatives or technologies that have been pivotal?

aciana revolutionizes healthcare with its genetic-based approach and advanced analytics that drive insights across the entire healthcare ecosystem. Its integrated platform—featuring cianahealth, cianacare, cianahexa, and more—connects patients, providers, labs, and pharmacies to deliver seamless, coordinated, value-based care. 

Leveraging AI-driven tools, blockchain security, and genetic insights, aciana empowers personalized wellness programs and preventative care, transforming healthcare delivery and outcomes.

Your key product and service offerings and which industry segments do you cater to? 

aciana offers a comprehensive range of products and services designed to transform healthcare delivery. Key offerings include cianahealth (a patient-focused app for personalized health and wellness), cianacare (a platform for doctors to manage clinical workflows and teleconsultations), cianaarex (a pharmacy management solution), cianahexa (an advanced health analytics platform), and cianalabs, an advanced Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that streamlines lab operations, from sample management to result reporting. 

These solutions cater to diverse industry segments, including healthcare providers, diagnostic labs, pharmacies, and wellness centers, creating a fully integrated ecosystem for coordinated, value-based care. With a focus on leveraging genomics, AI, and advanced analytics, aciana empowers stakeholders to deliver better outcomes and enhanced patient experiences.

Which as per you would be Top 5 disruptive technologies that will disrupt the healthcare sector in India during 2025? 

Among the top five disruptive technologies that have a great potential include Genomics and Precision Medicine; Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML); Telemedicine and Digital Health Platforms; Advanced Analytics and Health Information Exchange (HIE); and Blockchain for Secure and Interoperable Data.

Firstly, integration of genomics into healthcare will revolutionize personalized care by enabling precise diagnosis, targeted treatments, and tailored wellness programs. Genetic testing will become more accessible, aiding in cancer prevention, chronic disease management, and pharmacogenomics. Secondly, AI-driven tools will disrupt diagnostics, predictive analytics, and clinical decision-making. From automating radiology reports to personalized treatment recommendations, AI will enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve outcomes.

“Leveraging AI-driven tools, blockchain security, and genetic insights, aciana empowers personalized wellness programs and preventative care.”

Thirdly, with increased internet penetration and government initiatives, telemedicine platforms will expand access to healthcare, especially in rural areas. Integrated apps offering teleconsultations, remote monitoring, and digital health records will create a more connected healthcare ecosystem. Fourth is Analytics platforms leveraging real-time and historical data will enable better decision-making across the healthcare ecosystem. Tools like HIE will promote seamless coordination among providers, improving care delivery and outcomes. Fifth is Blockchain that will ensure secure, tamper-proof management of patient data while enabling interoperability between healthcare providers, labs, and pharmacies. This technology will enhance trust, data sharing, and collaboration in the sector.

These technologies will not only disrupt but also transform healthcare in India by making it more personalized, accessible, and data-driven.

What are your top priorities for aciana in the next five years?

One of our top priorities for aciana in the next few years is expanding the Genetic-Based Healthcare Ecosystem.  aciana aims to enhance its genetic-based solutions, focusing on integrating advanced genomics for personalized wellness programs, disease prevention, and precision medicine. We are also planning to invest in AI-driven clinical tools and advanced analytics to empower healthcare providers with predictive insights, improved decision-making, and better patient outcomes across the entire ecosystem.

We also aim to strengthen aciana’s ecosystem, including cianahealth, cianacare, cianalabs, and cianahexa, to ensure seamless coordination among patients, providers, labs, and pharmacies, delivering value-based, patient-centric care. We are also looking at expanding aciana’s presence across India and entering new markets to make personalized, high-quality healthcare accessible to underserved populations through digital health and telemedicine solutions. We will drive awareness about genomics, wellness programs, and preventative care by educating the public and healthcare providers, fostering a culture of proactive health management.

*This interview was first published in the February 2025 edition of BioVoice News eMagazine.