Market Overview
Telehealth refers to the use of communication technologies and digital information to distribute health-related services & information remotely. It offers health care services when the patient & medical professionals are not physically present with each other.
According to the MarkNtel Advisors’ research report, “UAE Telehealth Market Analysis, 2021,” the market is likely to grow at a CAGR of around 25% during 2021-26 due to the surging consumer demand & patient acceptance for enhanced quality of care, the burgeoning geriatric population, and the increasing number of chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and neurological issues. Furthermore, mounting medical tourism, rising patient pool in the remote location, and escalating need for remote patient monitoring are other crucial factors influencing the growth of the Telehealth Market.
Impact of COVID-19
Due to the sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the UAE Telehealth Market has witnessed positive growth owing to the restriction on in-person visits to clinics & hospitals. The COVID-19 pandemic has provided immense opportunities to the telehealth market by offering an attractive, affordable, and effective solution. Further, the technological advancements will help the telehealth market to grow significantly in the upcoming timeline.
Market Segmentation
Services Segment Accounted for the Largest Market Share
Based on Component, the market bifurcates into Hardware, Software, and Services. Of these segments, Services captured a significant share in the UAE Telehealth Market in the previous few years. The segment growth owes to the rising geriatric population fueling the demand for home assistance for care. Further, surging government initiatives to implement telehealth projects and increasing demand for video conferencing solutions provides lucrative opportunities to drive the segment growth, cites MarkNtel Advisors in their research report, “UAE Telehealth Market Analysis, 2021.”
Telemedicine Dominated the Market
Within the Application segment, the market classifies into Telemedicine, Patient Monitoring, and Medical Education. Of these segments, the Telemedicine application acquired the largest share in the UAE Telehealth Market in the past few years. Telemedicine technology is beneficial for providing advanced patient-centered care and access to remote locations. Further, it also helps in reducing hospitalization rate and clinic visits, thereby boosting the segment growth.
Regional Landscape
Dubai Attained the Highest Market Share
Dubai held the largest share in the UAE Telehealth Market in the previous few years and is likely to retain its leading position during the forecast period due to surging awareness among consumers regarding the availability of online platforms for consulting medical professionals without physically visiting the clinics or hospitals. Further, increasing developments in the healthcare sector, rapid adoption of cloud-based technologies, and mounting prevalence of chronic diseases among individuals are other critical factors boosting the market growth.
Market Driver
Technological Advancements to Boost the Market Growth
The technologies like telehealth, telemedicine, Chabot, and robots are gaining popularity and are likely to drive the demand for telehealth solutions during the forecast period. Mounting demand to reduce the healthcare cost, ease of access, rising trend of collaboration among key players are some prominent causes aiding the growth of the UAE Telehealth Market during the forecast years.
Competitive Landscape
According to MarkNtel Advisors, the major leading players in the UAE Telehealth market are NextGen Healthcare, VSee, OKADOC, Doxy.me, LLC, Abu Dhabi Telemedicine, vHealth, Insta doctor, Medcare, Trydoc 24x7, and Others.
Key Questions Answered in the Market Research Report:
1. What are the overall market statistics or estimates (Market Overview, Market Size- by Value, Forecast Numbers, Market Segmentation, and Market Shares) of the UAE Telehealth Market?
2. What are the region-wise industry size, growth drivers, and challenges?
3. What are the key innovations, opportunities, current & future trends, and regulations in the UAE Telehealth Market?
4. Who are the key competitors, their key strengths & weaknesses, and how they perform in the UAE Telehealth Market based on a competitive benchmarking matrix?
5. What are the key results derived from the market surveys conducted during the UAE Telehealth Market study?
Market Outlook, Segmentation, and Statistics
1. Impact of COVID-19 on UAE Telehealth Market
2. Market Size & Analysis
2.1. Revenues
3. Market Share & Analysis
3.1. By Component
3.1.1. Hardware
3.1.1.1. Medical Peripheral Devices
3.1.1.1.1. Blood Glucose Meter
3.1.1.1.2. Pulse Oximeters
3.1.1.1.3. Blood Pressure Monitors
3.1.1.1.4. ECG Monitors
3.1.1.1.5. Blood Pressure Monitors
3.1.1.1.6. Others (Weight Scale, Peak Flow Meters)
3.1.1.2. Telemedicine Monitors
3.1.2. Services
3.1.2.1. Remote Patient monitoring (RPM)
3.1.2.2. Store-and-Forward
3.1.2.3. Real-time interaction
3.1.3. Software
3.2. By Mode of Delivery
3.2.1. Web/App-based
3.2.2. Cloud-based
3.2.3. On-premise
3.3. By Application
3.3.1. Telemedicine
3.3.2. Patient Monitoring
3.3.3. Medical Education
3.4. By End Users
3.4.1. Providers
3.4.2. Payers
3.4.3. Patients
3.5. By Region
3.5.1. Dubai
3.5.2. Abu Dhabi & AI Ain
3.5.3. Sharjah & Northern Emirates
3.6. By Competitors
3.6.1. Competition Characteristics
3.6.2. Market Share & Analysis
3.6.3. Competitive Metrix
4. UAE Telehealth Market Hotspots & Opportunities
5. UAE Telehealth Market Regulations & Policy
6. Key Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
7. UAE Competition Outlook
7.1. Competition Matrix
7.2. Company Profile