2. Introduction Health care industry is a general term standing for all services related to health care. through services offered by the medical, dental, pharmaceutical, clinical laboratory sciences, nursing, and allied health professions. The Healthcare industry incorporates several sectors that are dedicated to providing services and products dedicated to improving the health of individuals
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4. HEERANANDANI HOSPITALMARKETING MIX PRODUCTS Bed –to-Space ratio of 1:1600 sq.f. Large OPD complex ISO 9001-2008 Certified Winner of ‘Asia Pacific Quality Award’ 2009 The brand is built with a focus to provide world class medical facilities to its customers. Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Dentistry, Anaesthesiology and Complementary Medicine are the product lines.
5. PLACE Strategically located in Powai which is a posh locality of Mumbai. Easily accessible from Road, near to international and domestic airport and kanjurmarg railway station. Provides the facility of conveyance from Airport to Hospital for its international and domestic patients
6. PROMOTION Banners / Posters in BEST buses, taxis and trains. Conducting events like public awareness campaigns like “ How to beat the heart disease” Organising Seminars in association with well known clubs Health Camps
7. PRICE The pricing is on the higher side as the main aim of the hospital is to provide world class and finest quality treatment to its patients Offers several packages for Cardiac procedures, Bariatric surgery, Dental Surgery, Ophthalmology, etc. Provides a discount of 20% to students of certain affiliated schools and colleges
8. PEOPLE Dr. L. H. Hiranandani was the inspiration behind the hospital He has won other public awards such as, in 1972, was awarded "PadmaBhushan" by President of India Wide panel of internationally trained doctors and nurses Critical care training for nurses Organizing monthly events ‘Best Employee of the month’ and ‘best department of the month’ for motivation of its staff. Best Idea: The management announced the creation of a monthly award for the best idea contribution
9. PHYSICAL EVIDENCE Special clinics for diseases such as Bronchial Asthma. The Critical care units are also well supported by pulmonologist The hospital has all facilities from taking a simple ECG to the most complex procedures such as Primary Angioplasty Such state-of-the-art equipment is available in but a few centres in the country Large OPD complex and bed to space ratio
10. PROCESS The flows of activities in the hospital are as per standard procedures. The hospital provides a guide to its patients that lists down all the procedures and rules that are to be followed There is a public relations department that deals with customer queries and grievances. The hospital welcomes feedback of its customers and tries to improve its quality standards on a continuous basis.
11. JINDAL NATURECURE INSTITUTE Jindal Nature Cure Institute (JNI) is a unique charitable health care centre devoted to provide relief, prevention and cure to the suffering humanity from specific diseases otherwise incurable. JNI has evolved a unique drugless treatment regimen, by bringing together, the two most powerful curative tools of ancient India, Naturopathy & Yoga.
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13. oil massage is to tone up the body by increasing blood circulation.
16. It is a dry massage where mild talcum powder is used as a medium to avoid friction, and the movements are performed by a machine.
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18. moisture for a long time. When applied over the body part, it causes cooling by absorbing the heat of the body.
19. It reduces the inflammation of the area and improves the circulation, absorption and elimination
20. YOGAThe therapeutic use of yoga is well known. The purpose of yoga is to establish harmony between body and mind which leads to healthy and disease free life
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23. PLACE Located in the outskirts of Bangalore. Build as a residential institute where the patients are supposed to stay for a minimum of 7 days. PRICE Price is an important element in the marketing mix. Prices charged by the institute depend on the treatment and facilities given to the patient.
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25. PROMOTION The personal promotion measures could come from doctors,Para-medical officers and nurses and staff if they impress the users of services with their behavior. As it is a non profit centre it does not have an extensive promotion campaign but is promoted through word of mouth communication channels. Customers who once come here are generally delighted after which they tell their family and friends to surely make a visit.
26. PHYSICAL EVIDENCE Rooms provided for accomodation Highly trained professionals who provide the required treatment The rooms where the treatment is provided A highly equipped gymnasium. PEOPLE Highly trained professionals who are experts in their area. They are specially trained to provide certain kinds of therapies. The medicinal herbs which are used in the therepy are prepared by these employees who have extensive knowledge of their usage. They know the right combinations and portions to be used.
27. PROCESS: In the hospital the process is divided into 3 phases. They are: The joining phase which includes: Patient’s arrival Registration and case paper preparation The intensive consumption phase: which includes: Patient’s diagnosis. Treatment Instructions to the patient regarding precautions to be taken, medicines and diet. The detachment phase: Discharge of the patient. Payment of the bill at the billing counter. Finally at the departure stage the patient is requested to fill an evaluation form by which the hospital authorities come to know the level of satisfaction derived by the patient. The suggestion of the patient are always valued and if appropriate implemented for improving the services of the hospital.
28. VLCC With over 225 centres and over a 10 million satisfied customers, VLCC has achieved an iconic status, and is easily the biggest and the most recognised wellness brand to have emerged out of the Indian subcontinent. In essence a Slimming, Beauty & Fitness brand, VLCC has built its reputation It is widely known for, its highly effective scientific and safe, lifestyle modification based weight management solutions and the therapeutic approach of its beauty services The company’s services and offerings straddle almost the entire spectrum of the health and beauty segment.
29. Product: VLCC offers both, products and services, to its customers. Provides solutions for skin care, Body firming and Shaping, Foot Care, Hair Care, Pain Relieving. And services like, salon services, facial services, spa services, pain relieving services etc are offered. Price: The prices of the products and services of VLCC are on the higher side of the scale. Most of the products fall in the price ranges of Rs600-5000+
30. Promotion: VLCC uses both print and TVC and outdoor media for promotions. They also come out with promotional offers seasonally to attract clients. They have also opened many beauty saloons to promote their products and services. Word of mouth is also a very strong tool for VLCC. Place: They have strategically located their outlets in all the metros and 2 tier cities. They are mostly present in areas where the disposable income is on the higher side. They have recently expanded their operations internationally, targeting countries in the middle east.
31. Process: VLCC products are available through the company's nationwide distribution and sales network, comprising over 10000 outlets including - leading modern retail stores, departmental store chains, chemists and leading beauty salons and VLCC centers. VLCC outlets provide specialized services for its clients. Physical Evidence: VLCC provides free consultation to prospect customers Free trial for its services is also available. Testers for the products are also available.
32. People: VLCC’s chain of education, Training centres, The VLCC Institute of Beauty, Health & Management provides technical training not only to students wishing to take up beauty and nutrition as a career but also imparts training to professionals in the field wishing to upgrade their skills.
33. Dr. Batra Clinic Founded in 1982 by Dr. Mukesh Batra. Headquarters is in Mumbai. 60 clinics spread across 26 cities in India, Dubai and UK. Workforce consists of approximately 850 people with around 250 doctors to help & serve the purpose.
34. Marketing Mix Product- it has its own skin and hair treatment products. The product also includes actual medical treatment provided to the patients and services like maintenance of the case history, registration, and billing. And support operations like diet, pharmacy etc.. Place- It has its own clinic all over the world. People- patients and doctors & staff who takes care diagnosis and treatment of the patients.
35. Promotion- media based advertisements such advertisements in newspaper and promotional messages displayed on hoarding at public places. Process- The basic process starts with taking an appointment followed by reporting to the clinic at the appointed time and meeting the doctor for diagnosis and treatment. Price- Theinformation regarding price is not available. Physical Evidence- pleasant ambience, and hygienic patient-friendly clinics with easy access. Clinics are neat, well-maintained. They offer world-class, holistic well-being experience. Stylish and modern, the clinic presents standardized design and ambience.