Key Takeaways
- Sector: Healthcare Healthtech & Medtech.
- Geography: India.
Analysis
Demand for proctology services in India has grown due to more sedentary lifestyles and rising awareness of treatment options. Founded 12 years ago by Dr. Ashwin Porwal, Dr. Snehal Porwal, and Roshan Porwal, Healing Hands was launched to address all stages of anorectal conditions.
“Healing Hands has created a differentiated consumer healthcare brand by putting the patient first,” said Sanjiv Mehta, L Catterton India Executive Chairman. “We are pleased to support its mission to deliver compassionate and effective care across India.”
Healing Hands offers both outpatient and inpatient care, integrating conventional medical treatments with innovative plant‑based solutions. Its holistic model, combined with warm patient experiences, has earned high satisfaction and recognition as an employer of choice among physicians.
Anjana Sasidharan, Partner and Co‑Head of India at L Catterton, said: “From one clinic in Pune in 2013, Healing Hands has grown to 36 clinics in 14 cities, bootstrapped. We are excited to partner with its founders to bring its effective care model to many more Indian cities.”
The co‑founders added: “Partnering with L Catterton is a pivotal milestone. Its values, operating capabilities, and experience in consumer healthcare make it an ideal partner. We look forward to expanding our clinic network, ensuring consistent quality, and extending access to our plant‑based solutions.”
Roshan Porwal, Co‑Founder and Director, remarked: “This partnership is built to accelerate our growth but also amplify our purpose. With L Catterton’s strategic guidance and our clinical excellence, we aim to make quality anorectal care available in every Indian city.”
L Catterton brings a demonstrated track record in health and wellness investing. Its portfolio has included brands like ClearChoice, Espaçolaser, Ideal Image, OdontoCompany, and others in the healthcare and consumer sectors.
Healing Hands Clinic was founded in Pune in 2013. It now operates in 14 cities across India, specializing in conditions such as piles, fissures, fistulas, and constipation using minimally invasive techniques plus proprietary plant‑based medicines under the motto “Curing with Care.”
L Catterton is a leading consumer investor, managing about US$38 billion across private equity, credit, and real estate. Its funds invest across capital structures, typically between US$5 million and US$5 billion. With a team of over 200 investment and operating professionals in 18 offices, L Catterton partners with management to drive value creation in consumer brands worldwide.