Industry Statistics and Trends
Medical & Dental Practices in Europe key trends
COVID-19 creates severe backlogs across the healthcare sector.
Non-essential procedures were suspended at the height of the pandemic, while fears of contracting the virus led to a sharp drop in demand, but people have flooded back to the market.
Obesity-related treatments see strengthening demand.
Europe is contending with growing rates of obesity, presenting opportunities for practices that specialise in chronic disease management and surgical procedures.
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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 2.9 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €758.7bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
COVID-19 led to many procedures being sidelined
- Following the COVID-19 outbreak, non-essential medical and dental procedures were suspended, with funding and resources diverted towards tackling the virus instead. Even as the suspension was lifted, patients were reluctant to enter health clinics and dentists for fear of contracting COVID-19.
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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
An increasingly obese population hikes demand for medical treatment
- The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) European Regional Obesity Report 2022 revealed that 59% of adults and almost one third of children are overweight or living with obesity.
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Revenue
€758.7bn
Employees
3m
Wages
€XXX.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
Top 5 Countries
Bottom 5 Countries
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fresenius SE & Co KGaA | 43,031.5 | 4,303.2 | 10.0 | |
The British United Provident Association Ltd | 16,523.4 | 1.0 | 0.0 | |
Integrated Dental Holdings Ltd | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe is €758.7bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 325k businesses in the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe has been growing at a CAGR of 2.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe is expected to grow.
What does the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe include?
Dental Services and Specialised Medical Practices are part of the Medical & Dental Practices industry.
How competitive is the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe?
The level of competition is high and increasing in the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Medical and dental practices provide specialised dentistry, dental surgery, both general and specialised medical consultations and treatment. Family planning centres that provide medical treatments like sterilisation and termination of pregnancies are also included in the industry.
Related Terms
ORTHODONTICSINTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGISTS UROLOGYWhat's included in this industry?
Dental ServicesSpecialised Medical PracticesGeneral Medical PracticesCompanies
Fresenius SE & Co KGaAThe British United Provident Association LtdIntegrated Dental Holdings LtdIndustry Code
862 - Medical and dental practice activities in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
COVID-19 led to many procedures being sidelined
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Telemedicine is making waves. The use of tech like video calls enables a wider customer base to be reached at a quicker rate, allowing practices to handle more patients and only see those who really need it.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Europe
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
The number of medical and dental practices climbs. Europe’s ageing population and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases like diabetes and obesity is driving up demand for accessible healthcare facilities, resulting in more practices being opened.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Fresenius SE & Co KGaA
- Countries of operation for The British United Provident Association Ltd
- Countries of operation for Integrated Dental Holdings Ltd
- Countries of operation for Hirslanden AG
- Countries of operation for Institut Straumann AG
- Countries of operation for Ramsay Health Care
- Countries of operation for Asklepios Kliniken GmbH
- Countries of operation for Medicover AB
- Countries of operation for Internistische Gemeinschaftspraxis dr Dres Kirpal und Bohmer
- Countries of operation for Z1 Gruppe GmbH
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Medical and dental practices face intense regulation. Regulations cover a huge range of areas, from data and patient privacy to the pricing of medical services and their quality.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Profit varies significantly between practices. A practice’s funding sources and area of specialism have a huge influence on profit level. Competition from rival hospitals also limits returns, along with price competition between private providers.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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