Global Medical Tourism Market By Service Type Medical Treatments (Cardiac Procedures, Oncology Procedures), Wellness Treatment (Cosmetic Procedures, Rejuvenation Procedures & Others), and Alternative Treatments, By Service Providers (Public and Private), By Region and Companies - Industry Segment Outlook, Market Assessment, Competition Scenario, Trends and Forecast 2023-2032
- Published date: Feb 2023
- Report ID: 63469
- Number of Pages: 209
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Report Overview
The global medical tourism market size is expected to be worth around USD 35.9 Bn by 2032 from USD 11.7 Bn in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 12.20% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2032.
Medical Tourism can be defined as organized travels crosswise international borders to determine medical treatments of some forms which may or may not be available in the traveler’s home country. Medical tourists travel through international boundaries in request to preserve, improve, or enhance their health by using low-cost healthcare amenities and treatments that are not available in their own country.
Dental, neurological, and cardiovascular therapies are just a few medical procedures offered to tourists. Medical tourism affords several essential profits, containing improved hospitality, individualized care, cutting-edge technology, novel medicines, sophisticated devices, and better healthcare. Two factors likely to encourage market expansion are insufficient insurance profits and a lack of healthcare insurance in the local market. The increasing demand for non-covered processes such as common removal surgery, reproductive therapy, dental reconstruction, and aesthetic surgery also aids the industry’s development. The reports divide the global medical tourism market into treatment types and services.
Market Scope
Service Type Analysis
Medical tourism market has been segmented based on service type the global market is segmented based on service type into medical, wellness, and alternative treatments cosmetic, medical, and alternative treatment. The medical treatment section dominated the global market share during the forecast period. An increase in demand for medical processes such as orthopedic, dental, spine, and cardiology apply to the growth of the section.
Moreover, the accessibility of advanced services and facilities in developing nations, for instance, India, Singapore, Thailand, and others, etc., at a lower cost, supports tourists from high-income countries to enhance medical documents. The cardiovascular section of the market is anticipated to hold profitable shares during the forecast period. The segmental growth of the market is recognized as the increased dominance of several diseases across the globe. The proliferation dominance of chronic conditions will likely boost the demand for more progressive diagnoses and treatments at profitable costs.
Moreover, cancer treatment is an expensive and long-lasting procedure. Lower treatment costs in several countries drive market growth. Therefore, this will boost the segmental development of the market throughout the forecast period. Medical Tourist travel to receive medical treatments like neurological treatments, dental treatments, and cardiovascular treatments.
By Service Provider Analysis
Based on service providers, the global market is divided into public and private. Among them, the private. The remote segment held the dominating major revenue share in the target market holds the dominating share market during the forecast period. The increasing number of private providers globally provides world-class medical facilities that attract tourists.
Accessibility of advanced medical organizations, digital systems, and value-based care at a lower cost is attributable to the authority of private providers in the market. Moreover, public providers are expected to observe slower progress owing to the absence of funding acknowledged for medical treatments in some countries. For example, Canadians choose private providers as the popular medical treatments are also unavailable in public hospitals.
Key Market Segments
Based on the Service Type
Medical Treatments
- Cardiac Procedures
- Oncology Procedures
- Orthopedics and Spines
- Dental Procedures
- Others
Wellness Treatments
- Cosmetic Procedures
- Rejuvenation Procedures
- Others
Alternative Treatments
Based on Service Providers
- Public
- Privates
Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Lower Cost Surgeries May Accelerate Market Growth
The increased cost in developed countries is a major problem concern for healthcare providers and patients. AlsoIn addition, regulations enforced on healthcare systems by the government in various countries lead to interruptions of the procedures. This has advised people to travel abroad for medical care. According to the Medical and Health Tourism Congress, medical treatment is more inexpensive in Asian countries than in private hospitals in the US. Therefore, a greater rate of incoming health tourism in countries such as India, Thailand, and others for quick and lower-cost medical care is donated to the increasing number of surgeries. In addition, the low cost for advance surgery is the primary reason for market growth.
The increase in the cost of treatment in developed countries is a major significant factor in the migration of patients to other destinations. The increase in the availability of high medical medical-quality cardiovascular surgery, and dental surgery is one of the key factors which drive the growth of the medical tourism market. Therefore, the improvement of healthcare infrastructure and access to high high-quality healthcare services at reasonable prices are likely to drive a reasonable price and will likely drive the global medical tourism market in the near global market near in future.
- Expansion of Inbound Medical Travel to Raised Boost Market Potential
Increasing technological advancement in healthcare industries in surgical processes, medical devices, and associated healthcare has brought the world closer to accepting enhanced medical facilities for value-based care. Information and Communication Technology, telehealth, and telemedicine have open access for patients globally to consult, book appointments with specialists, and receive quality care without hesitancy. This has led to an increase in the growth rate of inbound tourism in developing countries such as India and Thailand; hence the urge to receive less costly treatment and the availability of progressive medical structure is attributable to the extent of the global market.
Restraints
- Pandemic Outlook Subsequent in Travel Restraint to Obstruct Market Growth
Medical tourism is exclusively dependent on the travel facilities of one country to another. Furthermore, the pandemic incidence or strict regulation enforced by the country’s government to accept medical care away obstruct the market growth. This ultimately impacted the industry, thus limiting the market growth owing to the decline in the rate of medical technologies for international travelers. Such factors are, therefore, attributable to obstructing the market value during the forecast period.
Opportunity
- Developed strategies Boost the Digitalization of Health Services in the Medical Tourism Industry
The majority of nations have developed strategies to boost the digitalization of healthcare services, which has resulted in a demand for the maximum highly regarded and effective treatment across all regions; As a result, cooperation with foreign organizations has increased, and the demand for medical tourism rises if surgical and diagnostic processes improve. The approval of connectivity technologies, digital platforms, and telemedicine is anticipated to determine market expansion.
Trends
- Active Consumer’s Preference Towards Cosmetic Process to Increase Market Potential
Active consumer preference for cosmetic processes is the most important trend contributing to expanding the global medical tourism market. Demand for delayed or postponed functions during the widespread has increased as the number of COVID-19 cases has begun to decrease and travel restrictions have been lifted. Cosmetic procedures like body fat removal and acne treatment have increased the claim as people’s awareness of personal care and appearance has grown.
According to surgeons from the American Academy of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), around was an increase in the number of appointments and treatments for a facelift, eyelift, and other procedures despite the COVID-19 pandemic in July 2021. The availability of skilled specialists and high-quality care also impacts people’s preference for these procedures in other nations. As a result, it is predicted that this will positively impact the market’s expansion over the forecast period.
COVID-19 Impact Analysis
- Owing to unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 Pandemic Hindered the Global Tourism Market
Numerous businesses have been disrupted as a result of the unprecedented nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global economy. This is because there is a lot ofmuch uncertainty about the demand for some products used in medical and industrial applications. There is more variability in the supply chain’s productivity and manufacturing. Due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most affected industries is the medical tourism market.
The COVID-19 pandemic has harmed significant markets for medical tourism, including popular destinations for medical tourism like India, China, and other emerging nations. In addition, the global pandemic resulted in significant travel restrictions, including the suspension of cross-border travel. This halted cross-country travel, which harmed the expansion of the medical tourism market.
Governments worldwide have been forced to impose lockdowns and seize the import and export of medical supplies due to rising coronavirus cases. A lack of personal protective equipment has severely harmed the market for medical tourism.
Regional Analysis
- North America Dominates the Global Medical Tourism Market
Regarding the region, the global market can be sectioned into North America, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, APAC, Middle South America, the Middle East & Africa. North America is accounted for the largest most significant share revenue of 35.0% during the forecast period. The market region is characterized by the greater rate of tourists visiting the US for medical treatments like such as orthopedics procedures, cardiology procedures, etc., leading to an increase in the revenue generation of the providers. Also, the country is well known for outbound tourism; it is also a preferred destination for medical treatments due to the improved hospital infrastructure attached to highly qualified experts.
Europe accounted for the top positioning in the market due to growing medical infrastructure and facilities for medical tourists in countries like the UK, and France. Asia-Pacific regions are expected to hold a major market share due to the preference for medical tourism across developing countries During the analysis period, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR, followed by LAMEASouth America. In addition, this market is expanding as a result of significant government investments in healthcare infrastructure.
Key Regions
North America
- The US
- Canada
- Mexico
Latin America
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Chile
- Argentina
- Cost Rica
- Rest of Latin America
Eastern Europe
- Russia
- Poland
- The Czech Republic
- Greece
- Rest of Eastern Europe
Western Europe
- Germany
- France
- The UK
- Spain
- Italy
- Portugal
- Ireland
- Austria
- Switzerland
- Benelux
- Nordic
- Rest of Western Europe
APAC
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- India
- Australia & New Zealand
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Singapore
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Rest of APAC
Middle East & Africa
- Algeria
- Egypt
- Israel
- Kuwait
- Nigeria
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Rest of MEA
The market is very fragmented. The leading major players constantly implement various growth strategies to stay afloat in the market. To succeed in the fiercely competitive market, these leading players employ a variety of growth strategies, including product launches, innovations, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and extensive R&D. In order to provide industries with the most cost-effective and efficient solutions, the major market players are also constantly concentrating on research and development.
Various market players, including Bumrungrad International Hospitals, Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Asian Healthcare Institute, Bangkok Chain Hospitals, BB Healthcare Solutions, KPJ Healthcare Berhad, and Berkalp CO, Limited. Bumrungrad International Hospitals is one of the leading providers of medical services for international travelers. Such initiatives are likely to improve the medical tourism industry in countries. However, a strong emphasis on international tourists getting cosmetic treatments at a lower cost is expected to drive the value of service suppliers throughout the forecast period.
Recent Developments
- In April 2022– The Tourism Authority of Thailand and Thai Air Asia combined to attract up to 1,000 package tours of medical and wellness segments from Cambodia. This derives from both entities’ purpose to attract the tourist market during the forecast period
- In March 2022-the Indian government aimed to upgrade medical tourism in Gujrat, India. Some of the Best medical treatments in Gujrat comprise IV fertilization, cardiology, dental care, and spine, care through the Indian system of medicines.
Listed below are some of the most prominent Medical Tourism Market industry players.
Market Key Players
- Bumrungrad International Hospitals
- Apollo Hospitals
- Fortis Healthcare
- Asian Healthcare Institute
- Bangkok Chain Hospital
- KPJ Healthcare Berhad
- Livonta Global
- Gleneagles Hospitals
- BB Healthcare Solutions
- Berkalp CO. Limited
- Other Key Players
Report Scope
Report Features Description Market Value (2022) US$ 11.7 Bn Forecast Revenue (2032) US$ 35.9 Bn CAGR (2023-2032) 12.20 % Base Year for Estimation 2022 Historic Period 2016-2022 Forecast Period 2023-2032 Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Market Dynamics, COVID-19 Impact, Competitive Landscape, Recent Developments Segments Covered By ServiceService Type Treatments- Cardiac Procedures, Oncology Procedures, Orthopaedics’Orthopaedics & Spines, Dental Procedures; Wellness Treatment- Cosmetic Procedures, Rejuvenation Procedures, and others; Alternative Treatment; and By Service Providers-Public & Privates Regional Analysis North America – The US, Canada, Mexico; Latin America – Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Costa Rica, &Rest of Latin America; Eastern Europe – Russia, Poland, The Czech Republic, Greece Rest of Eastern Europe; Western Europe – Germany, France, The UK, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Ireland, Austria, Switzerland, Benelux, Nordic, Rest of Western Europe; APAC – China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia & New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Rest of APAC; Middle East & Africa – Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Kuwait, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Rest of MEA
Competitive Landscape Bumrungrad International Hospitals, Apollo Hospitals, Fortis Healthcare, Asian Healthcare Institute, KPJ Healthcare Berhad, Livonta Global, BB Healthcare Solutions, Berkalp CO, Limited, and Other Key Players. Customization Scope Customization for segments, region/country-level will be provided. Moreover, additional customization can be done based on the requirements. Purchase Options We have three licenses to opt for: Single User License, Multi-User License (Up to 5 Users), Corporate Use License (Unlimited User and Printable PDF) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much is the Global Medical Tourism Market worth?Global market size is worth USD 41.67 billion by 2032.
What was the value of the Medical Tourism Market in 2023?In 2023, the market value stood at USD 13 billion.
Which are the driving factors of the medical tourism market?The global medical tourism market is primarily driven by the increased demand for the cheap treatment for various chronic diseases available in the developing countries.
Who are the major players operating in the medical tourism market?Bumrungrad International Hospitals,Apollo Hospitals ,Fortis Healthcare ,Asian Healthcare Institute ,Bangkok Chain Hospital ,KPJ Healthcare Berhad,Livonta,Gleneagles Hospitals ,BB Healthcare Solutions ,Berkalp CO. Limited ,Other Key Players
Which region will lead the global medical tourism market?The Asia Pacific is also estimated to be the fastest-growing region during the forthcoming years.
- Bumrungrad International Hospitals
- Apollo Hospitals
- Fortis Healthcare
- Asian Healthcare Institute
- Bangkok Chain Hospital
- KPJ Healthcare Berhad
- Livonta Global
- Gleneagles Hospitals
- BB Healthcare Solutions
- Berkalp CO. Limited
- Other Key Players
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