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Juan Carlos Pelaez - Radiocare
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Aura Moreno By Aura Moreno | Journalist & Industry Analyst - Wed, 11/19/2025 - 09:40

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Q: How has Radiocare evolved to address the main challenges faced by hospitals and clinics in Mexico’s imaging sector?

A: Radiocare has evolved by positioning itself as a strategic partner for hospitals and Imaging Centers, not just a Teleradiology provider. We recognized that the main challenges in Mexico’s imaging sector —such as limited access to high-quality diagnostic services, rising operational costs, and shortages of specialized radiologists— require integrated, scalable solutions.

To address these, Radiocare has developed a comprehensive model that combines advanced imaging infrastructure, centralized reading services with subspecialized radiologists, and digital workflow platforms that improve efficiency and diagnostic accuracy. We have also strengthened our focus on quality assurance, turnaround time optimization, and data-driven decision-making to support our hospital partners in improving both patient outcomes and operational performance.

In essence, Radiocare’s evolution has been driven by collaboration, technology, and clinical excellence—helping healthcare institutions expand access to imaging, enhance profitability, and elevate the standard of care across Mexico.

Q: What makes your approach unique compared to other imaging providers in Mexico?

A: What makes Radiocare unique is our integrated and partnership-based approach. While most imaging providers focus mainly on equipment or reading services, Radiocare combines both clinical excellence and operational management to deliver end-to-end imaging solutions.

We design tailored models for each hospital or clinic, integrating state-of-the-art technology, subspecialized radiologists, and digital platforms that optimize workflow, quality, and profitability. Our centralized operations and standardized protocols ensure consistent results across all sites, while our focus on collaboration allows our partners to expand imaging capacity without increasing complexity.

Ultimately, Radiocare stands out for transforming imaging from a cost center into a strategic growth engine for hospitals and clinics across Mexico.

Q: How has Radiocare’s teleradiology service evolved to meet the demand for remote diagnostic support, especially in regions with limited medical infrastructure?

A: Radiocare’s teleradiology service has evolved from a support function into a nationwide network that bridges the gap in access to specialized diagnostic expertise. In Mexico, many regions face a shortage of radiologists and limited imaging infrastructure, which delays diagnoses and impacts patient outcomes.

To address this, Radiocare built a centralized teleradiology platform that connects hospitals and clinics across the country with a team of subspecialized radiologists available 24/7. We have invested heavily in secure, cloud-based systems, standardized reporting protocols, and AI-assisted tools to ensure high-quality, timely, and consistent readings regardless of location.

Today, Radiocare’s teleradiology not only supports remote facilities but also helps major hospital networks manage peak demand, optimize turnaround times, and expand their diagnostic capabilities without increasing fixed costs.

Q: AI is increasingly being used in diagnostic imaging. How is Radiocare integrating or preparing to integrate AI into its operations or service models?

A: Radiocare views AI not as a replacement for radiologists, but as a key enabler to enhance diagnostic accuracy, efficiency, and clinical value. We are progressively integrating AI into our workflow across three dimensions: image analysis, operational efficiency, and clinical decision support.

We began building our AI capabilities about three years ago, but adoption and integration have accelerated over the past 18 months. These tools are not only used by our radiologists for interpretation but also implemented directly in hospitals where Radiocare operates. For example, when a radiologist analyzes trauma images, AI tools can help detect fractures. The AI’s accuracy in identifying non-fractures reaches 99.5%, meaning the likelihood of a false negative is only 0.5%. For context, medical literature places the average diagnostic accuracy of a specialist radiologist at around 95%.

Ultimately, Radiocare’s approach to AI is centered on human–machine collaboration: leveraging technology to empower radiologists, standardize quality, and scale access to advanced diagnostics across Mexico.

Q: How does Radiocare’s business model help hospitals and clinics improve financial sustainability while maintaining quality of care?

A: Radiocare’s business model is designed to align clinical excellence with financial sustainability. Instead of a transactional approach, we operate under partnership models that integrate technology, operations, and clinical expertise—allowing hospitals and clinics to expand imaging capacity without the heavy capital or staffing burden.

By centralizing image reading, standardizing protocols, and optimizing equipment utilization, Radiocare helps partners reduce fixed costs and improve operational efficiency while maintaining high diagnostic quality. Our model also enables predictable financial performance through volume-based or shared-risk agreements that align incentives around outcomes, not procedures.

In short, Radiocare helps hospitals transform imaging from a cost-intensive service into a sustainable, high-value pillar of their healthcare operations.

Q: In an increasingly competitive landscape, how does Radiocare differentiate itself and continue driving innovation in the national imaging market?

A: Radiocare differentiates itself by combining national scale with a deep focus on quality, innovation, and partnership. While many imaging providers compete on price or technology alone, Radiocare integrates clinical excellence, operational expertise, and digital transformation into a single, cohesive model.

We continuously innovate through data-driven management, AI-assisted diagnostics, and the development of flexible service models that adapt to each hospital’s needs—whether through on-site operations, teleradiology, or full imaging outsourcing. Our centralized infrastructure and standardized processes ensure consistency, while our clinical network enables access to subspecialized expertise across Mexico.

What truly sets Radiocare apart is our ability to help hospitals and clinics grow sustainably—turning diagnostic imaging into a strategic advantage rather than a cost center.

Q: Looking ahead, what are Radiocare’s short- and medium-term priorities?

A: In the short and medium term, Radiocare’s priorities focus on expanding our national and international footprint, strengthening clinical excellence, and accelerating digital transformation. We are consolidating partnerships with hospitals and clinics across Mexico and US to ensure broader access to high-quality imaging, while continuing to invest in technology, AI integration, and standardized quality management systems.

At the same time, we are enhancing our subspecialized radiologist network and developing new service models that combine on-site operations with advanced teleradiology support. Our goal is to create the most efficient, scalable, and clinically robust imaging platform in the country—one that empowers healthcare institutions to deliver better care, faster diagnoses, and sustainable growth.

Radiocare provides comprehensive diagnostic imaging solutions that integrate technology, management, and medical expertise. With over 30 years of experience, it offers teleradiology services, the SIIM model for optimizing radiology departments, and digital platforms for image management and interpretation.

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