Digital Treatment & Care - Qatar | Statista Market Forecast

The Digital Treatment & Care market in Qatar is projected to reach revenue of US$37.85m in 2024.
It is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 13.66%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$71.81m by 2029.
The user penetration rate is expected to be 18.49% in 2024 and is projected to reach 24.82% by 2029.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to amount to US$74.78.
In global comparison, United States is forecasted to generate the most revenue in the Digital Treatment & Care market, with US$29.91bn in 2024.
Qatar's digital health market is experiencing a surge in demand for telemedicine services, providing convenient and accessible treatment options for patients across the country.

Definition:

The Digital Treatment & Care market includes devices and apps that help users monitor and analyze lifestyle-related aspects and improve their overall health. It includes user and revenue trends for four categories: digital care management, connected Biosensors, and online pharmacies.

Structure:

The Digital Treatment & Care market is divided into four markets:

Connected Biosensors: Biosensors that collect information on a variety of health parameters and vital signs of an individual (blood pressure, temperature, blood glucose, weight) by reading or measuring this data and transmitting it via electrical signals.

Digital Care Management: Various apps that help users monitor/detect/analyze physical health conditions. Contraception and fertility apps provide users with guidelines on self-care, family planning, and birth control, raise their awareness, and offer monitoring functions. Medication checker apps provide users with useful dosage intake guidelines, drug interaction information, and personal medication records.

Online Pharmacies: Over-the-counter medicine that can be purchased without a medical prescription through online sales channels. The market comprises analgesics, cold and cough medication, digestives and intestinal remedies, skin treatment products, and vitamins and minerals.

Digital Therapeutics (DTx): Software-based therapeutic interventions that deliver evidence-based therapeutic content to patients to prevent, manage, or treat a medical condition. DTx can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, including chronic diseases, mental health disorders, and substance use disorders.

Additional Information:

The digital care management user base includes paying and non-paying customers. The revenue figures only include revenues generated from paid apps offering premium options and from in-app purchases; revenues from app downloads and advertising are not included. The data only reflects B2C revenues; B2B and C2C revenues are not covered.

Contraception and fertility apps
Medication checker apps
Smart blood pressure meters
Smart thermometers
Smart glucose meters
Natural and synthetic agents
Analgesics (e.g., aspirin, paracetamol)
Cough and cold remedies (e.g., Vicks VapoRub)
Vitamins and minerals
Skin treatment products
Care phones/social alarms

Health tracking devices
Fitness apps
Sleeping apps
Mood improvement apps
Health tracking apps
Fitness wearables
Fitness apps
Motion trackers

The Digital Treatment & Care market in Qatar is experiencing significant growth and development, driven by various factors shaping the healthcare landscape in the country.

Customer preferences: In Qatar, customers are increasingly turning to digital solutions for their treatment and care needs. The convenience and accessibility offered by digital platforms such as contraception/fertility apps, medication checker apps, online pharmacies, smart health devices like thermometers, blood glucose meters, and blood pressure meters, as well as social alarms, are appealing to tech-savvy consumers. These digital tools provide a level of control and monitoring that traditional healthcare services may not offer, leading to a shift in consumer preferences towards more personalized and proactive healthcare solutions.

Trends in the market: One of the notable trends in the Digital Treatment & Care market in Qatar is the rising adoption of digital therapeutics. These evidence-based interventions delivered through software programs are gaining traction as effective complements to traditional medical treatments. In addition, the increasing usage of smart health devices for monitoring vital signs and managing chronic conditions is driving the demand for integrated healthcare solutions in the country. Moreover, the growing popularity of online pharmacies is reshaping the way Qatari consumers access medications, with a focus on convenience, affordability, and reliability.

Local special circumstances: Qatar's unique demographic profile, with a significant expatriate population and a high prevalence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension, is influencing the Digital Treatment & Care market in the country. The government's focus on promoting digital health initiatives and investing in healthcare infrastructure is creating a conducive environment for the growth of digital healthcare services. Additionally, the emphasis on telemedicine and remote patient monitoring in light of the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital treatment and care solutions in Qatar.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The robust economic growth and high per capita income in Qatar are driving increased healthcare spending and investments in innovative technologies. The government's Vision 2030 strategy, which includes initiatives to enhance the quality and accessibility of healthcare services, is propelling the digital transformation of the healthcare sector. Furthermore, the country's efforts to diversify its economy and reduce its reliance on oil revenue are leading to a greater focus on technology-driven industries, including healthcare. These macroeconomic factors are creating favorable conditions for the continued expansion of the Digital Treatment & Care market in Qatar.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on revenues and user data of relevant mobile applications and consumer electronics companies.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a combined top-down and bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of key players, industry reports, third-party reports, and survey results from primary research (e.g., the Statista Global Consumer Survey). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, population, internet penetration, smartphone penetration, consumer spending, and healthcare spending. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

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