Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited (AHEL) is a leading private healthcare provider in Asia. It owns and operates a network of hospitals and clinics across India. As of June 2012, AHEL had 49 hospitals with nearly 8,000 beds, including 36 owned hospitals. In the first quarter of 2013, AHEL reported consolidated revenues of 8.8 billion rupees, up 21.8% from the previous year. Apollo Hospitals has pioneered many new medical procedures and technologies in India and receives medical tourists. While opportunities for growth exist in India's expanding healthcare market, Apollo Hospitals faces threats like rising costs and shortage of skilled medical professionals.