AI Startup Delivers 3,000 Radiology Reports Daily in India

When Kalyan Sivasailam's friend waited two days for an MRI report in 2015, a simple question emerged: what if technology could make this faster? That moment sparked 5C Network, a healthcare startup now transforming how millions of Indians access radiology care.

Co-founded by Sivasailam and Syed Ahmed in 2016, 5C Network combines cloud technology with AI-powered tools to diagnose X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs at lightning speed. The platform connects patients, hospitals, radiologists, technicians, and physicians in one streamlined system that works regardless of location.

The results speak volumes. The startup now processes over 3,000 cases daily, has generated 8.5 million radiology reports, and serves more than 3,000 healthcare centers across 24 Indian states with a network of 500 radiologists.

At the heart of the operation sits Prodigi, a platform that automates the entire diagnostic workflow. Hospitals upload medical images and patient history, then AI routes them to the right radiologist while flagging urgent cases. What once took one to two days now happens in as little as 24 to 39 minutes.

The Bionic Suite adds another layer of intelligence. Its AI modules can isolate organs in scans, identify brain hemorrhages for emergency cases, and even analyze knee X-rays for osteoporosis instead of requiring traditional DEXA scans. Hospitals in Bengaluru have already adopted this technology.

For bone health specifically, OsteoCheck addresses a critical gap. With 62 million Indians at risk for osteoporosis, this tool evaluates joint health and bone alignment using data from 1.3 million scans. It's especially valuable for post-COVID patients, older adults, and menopausal women who need early detection.

The impact extends beyond speed. In rural areas where specialist radiologists are scarce, 5C Network delivers the same quality care available in major cities. A patient in a small town clinic can now receive expert analysis as quickly as someone in a metropolitan hospital.

Why This Inspires

This isn't just about faster reports. It's about the mother in rural Maharashtra who gets her child's scan results the same day instead of traveling to the city. It's about the emergency room doctor who can act on a brain scan in minutes instead of hours.

5C Network shows how homegrown innovation can solve uniquely Indian challenges. By making advanced radiology accessible and affordable, they're proving that technology can bridge healthcare gaps at scale while maintaining quality. The platform supports national health initiatives including Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission and programs for cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease prevention.

Every day, 3,000 patients get answers faster, and that number keeps growing across India's diverse healthcare landscape.