Ant Group's AQ App Transforms Healthcare Management with AI
Hangzhou, Friday, 27 June 2025.
Ant Group launched its AI healthcare app, AQ, on June 26, 2025. The app connects over 5,000 hospitals and nearly 1 million doctors in China, enhancing health management through AI technology.
Integration of AI in Healthcare Solutions
In a significant stride towards integrating technology and healthcare, Ant Group has unveiled its new AI-powered healthcare app, AQ, aiming to transform how patients interact with healthcare services. The application boasts over 100 digital services, including doctor recommendations, medical report analysis, and personalized medical advice, effectively connecting users to an extensive network of over 5,000 hospitals and 1 million doctors across China [1][2][3].
Addressing Healthcare Demand Amid Demographic Changes
China is poised to encounter a demographic shift, with projections indicating that by 2035, the population aged 60 and older will exceed 400 million, representing over 30% of the populace. This shift underscores the burgeoning demand for accessible healthcare, a need AQ aims to meet through its advanced AI capabilities [1][3]. The AI-powered app not only facilitates improved patient care but also underscores Ant Group’s commitment to digital health, aligning with global trends of employing technology in healthcare to enhance efficiency and reach [4].
Technological Innovations for Enhanced Health Management
The AQ app leverages Ant Group’s Healthcare Large Model, which supports sophisticated medical reasoning and complies with national data security standards. This model enhances the app’s capacity to provide accurate and personalized healthcare services [3]. Moreover, Ant Group’s strategic acquisitions, such as the recent purchase of Haodf, an eminent platform for online doctor consultations, further solidify its footprint in the healthcare sector [2][5].
Global Expansion and Strategic Collaboration
Ant Group’s ambitions extend beyond China’s borders, with plans to introduce AQ to international markets in the future. Collaborations with nearly 200 prominent doctors ensure that the AI Doctor Agents embedded within AQ offer credible health advice and medical guidance, fostering trust among users [1][3]. Furthermore, the app is envisioned to be part of a broader strategy to harness AI technology for improved healthcare delivery, addressing disparities in access and quality across different regions [5].