Agentic AI in medicine: From decision support to decision makers in clinical settings

Healthcare in India is evolving at a steady pace. Population growth, increasing focus on chronic disease management, and initiatives to reduce disparities in access between urban and rural regions are shaping new priorities for the health system. Meeting these priorities will require a combination of established best practices and innovative solutions. Into this landscape steps artificial intelligence (AI), not merely as a passive tool but as an agentic force with the potential to reshape how care is delivered, managed, and experienced.

It’s no coincidence, then, that India has become one of the world’s fastest-growing hubs for health-tech innovation. The country’s AI healthcare sector has been expanding at over 40% annually—an extraordinary pace by any standard. These digital advances have so far reached certain segments of the population more than others. The ZS Future of Health Report 2025 notes that ...