Tejesvi Rao Veerapalli serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Apollo Hospitals for the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh region, where he oversees flagship healthcare facilities with a strategic focus on sustainable growth and medical innovation. A graduate of the Indian School of Business with specialization in Strategy and Marketing, Veerapalli brings a unique blend of international business acumen and operational excellence to healthcare leadership. His career trajectory at Apollo Hospitals since 2014 has been marked by significant achievements, including spearheading the group’s expansion into African and Middle Eastern markets, championing AI-driven diagnostics, and advancing transplant and oncology services. Before transitioning to healthcare management, he was associated with the International Tennis Federation and managed the Vijaya Madhavi Tennis Academy, where his strategic interventions increased participation by 400 percent.
In this Exclusive interview with Rashmi Kumari of Neo Science Hub, he explains Apollo Hospitals’ strategic expansion into western Hyderabad with a 400-bed SMART hospital, detailing how advanced quaternary care, AI-driven diagnostics, and digital healthcare integration will transform the region’s medical landscape while bringing world-class treatment closer to the growing population.
What is Apollo Hospitals Group’s latest healthcare expansion in Hyderabad?
Apollo Hospitals Group has announced its landmark entry into the western side of Hyderabad with a state-of-the-art 400-bed multi-speciality hospital. As Hyderabad continues to emerge as a major economic and educational hub, the new facility aims to meet the growing healthcare needs of the region.
What will the new Apollo hospital offer to residents in Hyderabad?
The hospital will be equipped with advanced medical technologies and comprehensive speciality services, providing residents access to world-class treatment backed by Apollo’s trusted expertise and legacy. Through this expansion, Apollo aims to build not just a hospital but a strong healthcare ecosystem that enhances medical standards and supports Hyderabad’s growth as a leading healthcare destination in India.
What kind of medical facilities will the new Apollo Hospital in western Hyderabad provide?
Apollo Hospitals’ upcoming 400-bed multi-speciality SMART hospital in the western side of Hyderabad will offer advanced quaternary care supported by modern infrastructure, cutting-edge technology, and highly skilled medical professionals. The facility will provide a wide range of specialised medical and surgical services, including complex procedures and transplants, with a strong focus on patient safety, comfort, and clinical excellence.
How will the new Apollo hospital benefit residents in the region?
As part of the Apollo Hospitals Group, the new hospital will bring four decades of healthcare expertise and innovation to the region, ensuring residents have access to world-class treatment closer to home. With a focus on ethical medical practices, continuous staff upskilling, digital healthcare services, and efficient patient care, the hospital aims to deliver a seamless and high-quality healthcare experience.
What is Apollo Hospitals’ long-term vision with its expansion in western Hyderabad?
Apollo Hospitals’ expansion into western Hyderabad reflects its vision to deliver world-class healthcare through advanced technology, expert medical teams, and compassionate care. With decades of trusted excellence, Apollo aims to strengthen the region’s healthcare ecosystem and ensure international standards of treatment are accessible to the growing population of Hyderabad.
What are Apollo Hospitals’ vision, mission, and core values?
Apollo Hospitals’ vision is to touch a billion lives by expanding access to quality healthcare. Its mission is to bring international standards of healthcare within the reach of every individual while maintaining excellence in education, research, and patient care. The group’s core values are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and intellectual curiosity in advancing healthcare.
How has your background in international business development shaped Apollo’s regional expansion strategy?
My experience in expanding Apollo’s footprint in Africa and the Middle East has provided valuable insights into adapting world-class healthcare models to diverse markets. This international perspective has been instrumental in designing our western Hyderabad facility to meet both local needs and global standards, ensuring we deliver comprehensive quaternary care that rivals the best healthcare institutions worldwide.
What role will AI and digital healthcare play in the new facility?
AI-driven diagnostics and digital healthcare services are central to our vision for the new SMART hospital. We’re integrating advanced technologies that enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline patient care workflows, and enable predictive healthcare interventions. This technological foundation, combined with our commitment to continuous staff upskilling, ensures that our medical teams can deliver precision medicine and personalized treatment protocols that set new benchmarks in healthcare delivery.
