In 2014, Virnuo Pediatrics was established in Shanghai. After two years of silent growth, with the support of $30 million in financing, the pace of expansion began, and three branches were opened in Shenzhen within six months after September 2016.
It is commendable that despite the rapid expansion, Weiernuo has not relaxed the requirements for the qualifications of doctors. Its medical team are all full-time physicians from the United States and have worked in tertiary hospitals for 15 years, most of whom are master's and doctor's degrees.
In China, people usually go to big hospitals when they are sick, and "focus on treatment rather than health care". VIERNUO advocates a preventive care philosophy that does not over-treat, with a focus on medical visits and child health services. Unless there is a severe bacterial infection, inability to eat, moderate to severe dehydration, etc., the use of fluids and antibiotics is discouraged. For common diseases, the consultation time is 30 minutes; The childcare period is about 1 hour. Only one guest is accepted during each visit, which fully ensures that the doctor understands the child's condition and communicates with the parents.
The biggest advantage of Weiernuo is the scarce "family doctor" model in China, which has established an electronic medical file for every child, and the doctor knows what the child's allergy history is, what physique it is, and what temperament it is. It pays special attention to doctor-patient interaction, not only "medicine", but also advocates "teaching" - teaching parents to distinguish their children's physical condition, how to choose the time to seek medical treatment, and daily care methods. The interaction with each family is not limited to the clinic, and the independently developed online cloud system can analyze member data in real time, connecting doctors and families through an advanced network. In addition to the ordinary doctor-patient relationship, there is an additional layer of closeness between family and friends.
Although the three branches in Shenzhen are not large, the warm lighting and simple cartoon murals make the clinic as lively as a children's paradise, without a sense of oppression. However, it should be reminded that the scope of diagnosis and treatment of these three branches has its own focus and is not exactly the same. Therefore, it is necessary to consult and make an appointment in advance before going to the doctor, so as not to run in vain. In addition, Weiernuo in Shenzhen is also unable to provide vaccination services for the time being, but can contact and transfer to a branch in Hong Kong for vaccination.
Indicative Fees:
Consultation fee: 350 yuan, children's health care: 420 yuan