India-based physician search portal Practo is teaming up with on-demand transportation platform Uber to make it easier for consumers to reach doctors, so they never have to worry about running late for an appointment. Starting this week, patients in India, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines who book an appointment via Practo’s app will be able to see the closest Uber available when they get a reminder alert for their appointments. How It WorksUsing the Practo app, patients can view their estimated fare and how long it will take for their Uber to arrive inside the Practo app. New users can receive up to two free rides with existing users paying up to Rs.200 per ride. Through this strategic collaboration with Uber, patients can now have a hassle free and relaxing experience when traveling to medical centers, ” said Shashank ND, Founder and CEO at Practo in an official statement.