## Ping An Health and Medtronic Join Forces at CIIE for Enhanced Healthcare Innovation
HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Nov. 7, 2024
– In a significant move towards advancing healthcare innovation in China, Ping An Healthcare and Technology Company Limited (“Ping An Good Doctor”, “Ping An Health”, or “the Company”, Stock Code: 1833.HK) has formed a strategic partnership with Medtronic (Shanghai) Management Co., Ltd. (“Medtronic”) at the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE). The partnership, announced on November 6th at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), signifies a commitment from both companies to collaborate extensively on cardiac health, chronic disease therapies, and medical clinical training.The signing ceremony was attended by key representatives from both companies, including Jieke Hou, Senior Vice President of Ping An Health; Jun Zhang, General Manager of Healthcare Operations Department of Ping An Health; Whitney Yu, Medtronic Greater China, Vice President of Regional Growth Initiatives; Norman Zhou, Medtronic Greater China, Vice President of Strategy, Partnerships & Digital Innovation; and Xu Shao, Medtronic Greater China Regional Growth Initiatives National Sales Director.
Leveraging Strengths for Comprehensive Healthcare Management
Ping An Health, a leading force in Ping An’s healthcare and elderlycare ecosystem, is dedicated to building two core pillars: “family doctor” and “elderlycare concierges.” The company has established itself as a trusted provider of professional, comprehensive, high-quality, and one-stop healthcare and elderlycare management services, boasting a wide and loyal user base. This year, Ping An Health has further strengthened its commitment to proactive health management by upgrading its “Ping An Family Doctor” service brand and introducing the “1-1-3-12” one-stop proactive health management service system. This system, alongside the user service commitment of “proactive health management, effective chronic disease control, and whole-course disease management,” exemplifies Ping An Health’s dedication to comprehensive patient care.
A Powerful Partnership for Enhanced Healthcare Services
The partnership with Medtronic is a key step in Ping An Health’s strategy to deliver exceptional healthcare services. By leveraging the full-lifecycle services provided by “Ping An Family Doctor”—including “fast diagnosis for minor illnesses, precise referral for major illnesses, and standardized management for chronic diseases”—Ping An Health will integrate Medtronic’s diverse professional treatment solutions and rich clinical experience. This collaboration will focus on optimizing service processes, enhancing user experience, developing innovative disease therapies, and promoting healthcare education, ultimately providing “worry-free, time-saving, and money-saving” healthcare services to improve user health and quality of life.
Medtronic: Bringing Innovation and Affordability to Chinese Patients
Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality, and affordable healthcare solutions to patients in China. This strategic partnership allows Medtronic to leverage the strengths of both companies to deliver advanced technological concepts, therapies, and medical services to a wider customer base in a more targeted manner. Medtronic is committed to expanding collaboration areas, deepening cooperation levels, fostering innovation, and achieving breakthroughs to meet the growing medical needs of Chinese patients.
A Collaborative Approach for Digital and Intelligent Healthcare
The partnership between Ping An Health and Medtronic is a significant step in Medtronic’s regional development strategy, paving the way for deep multi-dimensional collaboration. Both companies are committed to jointly exploring the possibilities of medical innovation and promoting the development of digital and intelligent healthcare. Industry experts believe this strategic collaboration will further propel the integrated innovation of medical technology and health services. Medtronic’s expertise in cardiac health, chronic disease management, and therapeutic innovation will be instrumental in empowering “Ping An Family Doctor” to deliver high-quality healthcare services to a wider population.
A Joint Commitment to Health and Innovation
The partnership has already yielded tangible results, with the establishment of a “Chest Pain Health Management Center” that integrates the professional resources of both companies. This center offers a range of services, including online consultations, expert advice, and health education, empowering users with knowledge about diseases, fostering prevention awareness, and facilitating access to professional services.
Looking ahead, Ping An Health and Medtronic are dedicated to safeguarding the health of all citizens. Through their professional advantages, they will continue to drive in-depth cooperation in disease therapies, health management, and technological innovation. This commitment aligns with the “Digital China” and “Healthy China” strategies, marking a new chapter in the high-quality development of the healthcare industry.