Max Healthcare’s diagnostic arm, Max Lab, today announced its expansion into Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone in its journey to strengthen healthcare access across India. The expansion is being carried out in collaboration with Stepcare, a specialty-led healthcare provider in the city, with Max Lab operating out of Stepcare’s advanced laboratory infrastructure.

This partnership aims to address the growing demand for high-quality diagnostics in metropolitan areas, ensuring patients receive not just timely and accurate test results, but also coordinated care guided by primary and specialist physicians. The collaboration integrates cutting-edge diagnostic technology with patient-centric clinical care, offering a seamless healthcare experience.

Commenting on the partnership, Arpan Malhotra, Director and COO, Max Lab, said, “At Max Lab, we are eagerly looking forward to beginning operations at Bangalore and serving the patient needs with advanced and reliable Diagnostic testing services. Over 70% of clinical decisions are influenced by Diagnostic tests, which in turn play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality patient care. With rising burden of chronic diseases as well as increased awareness towards preventive testing, the need for diagnostic testing is on the rise. At Max Lab, we believe in serving the patient needs by delivering the ‘RIGHT report, at the RIGHT time, every time. “

Parveen K Sikka, Chairman and Managing Director of Stepcare, said, “This collaboration with Max Lab is a milestone for Stepcare, to offer continuous access to quality healthcare at their specialty-led clinics. Our partnership reflects our shared belief that care must be integrated and coordinated, while offering a supportive, guided experience led by world-class clinicians. By combining Max Lab's advanced diagnostic capabilities and national reputation with our own patient-centric care model, we are confident that residents of Bengaluru will now have access to world-class care.