Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus has extended his appreciation to the team behind the digital healthcare platform "Shukhee" for their efforts in delivering quality, technology-driven medical services to people across Bangladesh, particularly those at the bottom of the economic pyramid, reports UNB.
He visited the Grameen HealthTech office on Wednesday and observed the operations of "Shukhee," an innovative e-health platform developed by @Grameen HealthTech Limited (GHL).
The platform is working to make healthcare more accessible and convenient by bridging the gap between patients and doctors through technology, said Yunus Centre on Thursday.
During the visit, Professor Yunus engaged with employees across various departments and observed the organisation's ongoing operations.
Emphasising inclusive healthcare, Professor Yunus said, "We are prioritising digital healthcare so that people in Bangladesh's remote areas can consult doctors online."
"Many remote and hilly regions of Bangladesh still face a shortage of medical professionals. Digital healthcare can help overcome these challenges by reaching people in hard-to-access areas," he said.
He also emphasised that digitally stored health records can prevent the loss of prescriptions and reports, while making follow-up care more efficient.
Highlighting maternal healthcare, he added that digital services are especially crucial for pregnant women, enabling them to consult doctors from home.
Professor Yunus also said Bangladeshi expatriates will benefit from digital health services. "Many hesitate to consult doctors abroad due to language barriers. Platforms like 'Shukhee' can connect them with Bangladeshi doctors online," he said.
Prof Yunus emphasises digital healthcare access
FE Team | Published: April 10, 2026 23:46:10
Prof Yunus emphasises digital healthcare access
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