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Medical Imaging Market Size to Surpass USD 70.8 Billion by 2033 | Exhibiting CAGR of 5.03%

The global medical imaging market size reached USD 44.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 70.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.03% during 2025-2033.
Published 21 July 2025
  • Market Overview:

The medical imaging market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by Escalating Complexity of Chronic Disease Management, Breakthroughs in Imaging Hardware and Software and Widening Reach Through Decentralized Imaging Services. According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Medical Imaging Market Report by Product (CT Scanners, X-Ray Imaging Systems, MRI Systems, Ultrasound Imaging Systems, Nuclear Imaging Systems, Mammography Systems), Application (Obstetrics and Gynecology Health, Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal, Neuro and Spine, Cardiovascular and Thoracic, General Imaging, Breast Health, and Others), End User (Hospitals, Diagnostic Centers, Academic Institutes and Research Organizations), and Region 2025-2033", The global medical imaging market size reached USD 44.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 70.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.03% during 2025-2033.

This detailed analysis primarily encompasses industry size, business trends, market share, key growth factors, and regional forecasts. The report offers a comprehensive overview and integrates research findings, market assessments, and data from different sources. It also includes pivotal market dynamics like drivers and challenges, while also highlighting growth opportunities, financial insights, technological improvements, emerging trends, and innovations. Besides this, the report provides regional market evaluation, along with a competitive landscape analysis.

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  • Market Dynamics
  • Market Trends And Market Outlook
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Industry Segmentation
  • Strategic Recommendations

Growth Factors in the Medical Imaging Industry:

  • Escalating Complexity of Chronic Disease Management

Managing chronic diseases now requires multiple types of imaging to track health more closely over time. Patients with cancer might need PET scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds during different treatment stages. Those with diabetes often get regular eye scans to prevent vision issues, and people with lung conditions rely on chest x-rays and CT scans during flare-ups. As healthcare moves toward prevention and ongoing monitoring, advanced imaging tools are being used earlier and more frequently—right from primary clinics to large hospitals. This shift is making imaging a regular part of managing long-term illnesses effectively.

  • Breakthroughs in Imaging Hardware and Software

Modern imaging tools are improving in both hardware and software. New scanners now offer better image quality with lower radiation, while software helps doctors see 3D views and detect issues faster. AI-powered programs help highlight important findings in scans, reducing time and human error. Some hospitals are using combined machines, like PET-MRI, to diagnose complex conditions more accurately. Systems that store and organize images—like PACS and RIS—are also getting better at managing large volumes of patient data. Together, these upgrades improve diagnosis, speed up reporting, and support better patient care.

  • Widening Reach Through Decentralized Imaging Services

Imaging is becoming more accessible in rural and underserved regions. Mobile vans equipped with ultrasound or x-ray machines are being sent to remote villages in countries like India and Kenya to scan for heart disease, pregnancy complications, and cancer. In cities, affordable diagnostic clinics are making it easier for people to get early check-ups. Tele-imaging is also expanding—where scans are done in one place but reviewed by experts in another country. These efforts are helping governments and healthcare systems bring imaging services to more people while keeping costs lower.

Key Trends in the Medical Imaging Market:

  • Artificial Intelligence as a Diagnostic Ally

AI is being used to support doctors by quickly analyzing large numbers of medical images. In emergency rooms, AI tools can flag serious issues—like brain bleeds or lung nodules—so they are treated faster. These systems also help reduce mistakes by giving consistent, structured scan reports. Many AI solutions are now approved by regulators and work alongside existing tools like PACS. As cloud computing and data sharing improve, AI is becoming part of daily imaging tasks, helping radiologists make better and faster decisions while improving the quality of reports.

  • Rise of Mobility in Diagnostic Imaging

Portable imaging tools are now changing where and how scans are done. Handheld ultrasound devices that connect to phones or tablets are being used in ambulances, rural clinics, and even at home. In hospitals, they help doctors quickly check for injuries or organ issues without needing a large machine. These tools are also being used in medical schools to train students in real-life scenarios. As these devices get smaller, cheaper, and smarter, they will play a bigger role in emergency care, home visits, and everyday health checks.

  • Functional and Molecular Imaging in Personalized Medicine

New types of imaging are helping tailor treatments to individual patients. For example, doctors can use brain scans to understand mental health issues better or perform heart scans that measure blood flow for precise heart disease risk. Combining imaging with genetic data—called radiogenomics—helps predict how certain tumors may behave or respond to treatment. This kind of imaging is also used by drug companies to develop targeted treatments. As medicine becomes more personalized, functional imaging plays a key role in diagnosing conditions and choosing the best therapy for each patient.

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Leading Companies Operating in the Global Medical Imaging Industry:

  • Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Canon Inc.)
  • Carestream Health
  • Cubresa Inc.
  • Esaote SpA
  • FUJIFILM VisualSonics Inc.
  • GE HealthCare (General Electric Company)
  • Hologic Inc.
  • Koning Corporation
  • Koninklijke Philips N.V.
  • Materialise NV
  • Mindray Medical International Limited
  • Samsung Medison Co. Ltd. (Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd.)
  • Siemens Healthineers AG (Siemens AG)

Medical Imaging Market Report Segmentation:

By Product:

  • CT Scanners
  • X-Ray Imaging Systems
  • MRI Systems
  • Ultrasound Imaging Systems
  • Nuclear Imaging Systems
  • Mammography Systems

X-ray imaging systems hold the biggest market share due to their widespread use, cost-effectiveness, and essential role in diagnosing a variety of medical conditions.

By Application:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology Health
  • Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal
  • Neuro and Spine
  • Cardiovascular and Thoracic
  • General Imaging
  • Breast Health
  • Others

Cardiovascular and thoracic account for the majority of the market share because these areas have a high prevalence of chronic diseases requiring frequent and detailed imaging for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

By End User:

  • Hospitals
  • Diagnostic Centers
  • Academic Institutes and Research Organizations

Hospitals represent the largest segment as primary healthcare facilities equipped with advanced imaging technologies and cater to a large patient base.

Regional Insights:

  • North America (United States, Canada)
  • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
  • Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
  • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
  • Middle East and Africa

North America's dominance in the medical imaging market is attributed to its well-established healthcare infrastructure, high healthcare expenditure, and investments in advanced imaging technologies.

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