UAE Radiation Oncology Market Size & Outlook, 2020-2028

The radiation oncology market in the UAE is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 42.7 million by 2028. A compound annual growth rate of 7.7% is expected of the UAE radiation oncology market from 2021 to 2028.
Revenue, 2020 (US$M)
$23.6
Forecast, 2028 (US$M)
$42.7
CAGR, 2021 - 2028
7.7%
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UAE

UAE radiation oncology market highlights

  • The UAE radiation oncology market generated a revenue of USD 23.6 million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 42.7 million by 2028.
  • The UAE market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% from 2021 to 2028.
  • In terms of segment, external beam radiationtherapy was the largest revenue generating type in 2020.
  • Internal Beam Radiation Therapy is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Radiation oncology market data book summary

Market revenue in 2020USD 23.6 million
Market revenue in 2028USD 42.7 million
Growth rate7.7% (CAGR from 2020 to 2028)
Largest segmentExternal beam radiationtherapy
Fastest growing segmentInternal Beam Radiation Therapy
Historical data2017 - 2019
Base year2020
Forecast period2021 - 2028
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationExternal Beam RadiationTherapy, Internal Beam Radiation Therapy
Key market players worldwideSiemens Healthineers AG ADR, Elekta AB ADR, BD, Accuray Inc, IBA RadioPharma Solutions, IsoRay, MeVis Medical Solutions AG, Nordion, Ntp Radioisotopes, Curium Pharma, ViewRay


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, UAE accounted for 0.3% of the global radiation oncology market in 2020.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2028.
  • In Middle East & Africa, South Africa radiation oncology market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2028.
  • Saudi Arabia is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 71.4 million by 2028.

External beam radiationtherapy was the largest segment with a revenue share of 75.42% in 2020. Horizon Databook has segmented the UAE radiation oncology market based on external beam radiationtherapy, internal beam radiation therapy covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2017 to 2028.


In the UAE, radiation oncology market is anticipated to witness significant growth owing to various factors such as improvement in healthcare infrastructure and increase in government initiatives. By 2021, the government aims to reduce cancer mortality up to 18%. 

At Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, the government has constructed a cancer treatment center equipped with radiotherapy and chemotherapy facilities. Furthermore, in December 2018, Dubai Health Authority announced full insurance coverage for Essential Benefit Plan (EBP) 

Holders for the treatment of colorectal, cervical, and breast cancers. In addition, manufacturers are focusing on strengthening their position in the market. For instance, in October 2019, Vision RT Ltd. announced its official opening in Dubai and will provide training to healthcare professionals. 

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