CIPACA

Multi-Disciplinary ICU Setup Services

CURRENT IMPACT

As of August 2024

3

ICUs established and operationalized

16

nurses trained

150+

patients served

Geographical Focus
  • Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh
Potential Impact
  • Setup and operationalize

    8

    ICUs Across

    4

    States, Providing

    75+

    Critical Care Beds.

Samridh support

SAMRIDH has provided CIPACA a recoverable grant to establish and operate eight new ICUs across India with a special focus on Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. The support covers 8 months of operational expenses for CIPACA, resulting in an ~6x leverage over funds committed. CIPACA further plans to raise at least USD 238,2924 in equity, which will further increase its leverage to ~10x. With the support provided, CIPACA aims to enhance critical healthcare access in underserved rural and tribal areas as well as aspirational districts by providing comprehensive medical services, procuring necessary equipment and medications, ensuring high-quality ICU setup, and building skilled ICU teams.

60%

of hospital beds in India are in urban areas, catering to just 30% of the Indian population. [1]

2.3

ICU beds per 100,000 population are estimated to be available in India. [2]

<5000

trained intensivists are available in India, mostly in urban areas, indicating a severe shortage of critical care services. [3]

India faces significant challenges in providing healthcare to its 65 per cent rural population. The distribution of doctors heavily favors urban regions, leading to a shortage of healthcare professionals in rural and peri-urban areas. This shortage of medical staff in rural regions contributes to inadequate primary care, limited access to specialist services, and delays in diagnosis and treatment.

The lack of healthcare professionals in rural areas also results in overburdened medical facilities and staff, as the available resources struggle to meet the healthcare needs of the population. Furthermore, the absence of adequate healthcare infrastructure and specialist facilities in rural areas often necessitates the transportation of patients to urban centers during medical emergencies. This process can involve logistical challenges, delays in receiving critical care, and financial strain for patients and their families, potentially leading to poorer health outcomes.

Addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals and strengthening rural healthcare infrastructure are crucial steps in ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare. Improving the distribution of medical staff, investing in rural healthcare facilities, and implementing telemedicine solutions can help bridge the gap between urban and rural healthcare services in India.

[1] Jhawar, Shailesh. 2022. “How is digital health changing access for underserved communities” Critical Care Hope. August 6, 2022.

[2] Ramakrishnan, Adarsh, and Nagarajan Ramakrishnan. 2023. “Critical Care Delivery in India: Stats, State(s) and Strategies.” Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine 27 (4) : 231–32.

[3] Adhnan Rasheed, Dr Naveen A, Adhnan Rasheed, and Dr Naveen A. 2021. “How tele-ICUs can help bridge the gap between demand & supply for intensivists.” The News Minute. May 22, 2021.

CIPACA aims to bridge the critical care gap prevalent in rural and suburban areas of India. CIPACA offers a team of ICU experts, nurses, paramedics, and business professionals. It functions as a lifeline for the underserved Indian communities, committed to delivering high-quality critical care. Addressing the significant disparity in rural healthcare, CIPACA focuses on establishing advanced ICUs that adhere to global care standards, equipped with cutting-edge monitoring systems, ventilators, and specialized equipment. Moreover, the organization focusses on deploying expert personnel, including ICU specialists proficient in handling complex cases, and ensures sustainable management by providing ongoing support and training to local staff for the continuous operation of these units.