PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1726338
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1726338
The global medical reference apps market size was estimated at USD 1.34 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 14.9% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is mainly driven by the increasing reliance on digital healthcare solutions, the expanding integration of IT within the healthcare industry, the rising demand for real-time mHealth information, and the growing penetration of smartphones among healthcare professionals and patients. Medical reference apps encourage the practice of evidence-based medicine and give providers and patients confidence in the chosen diagnosis and treatment plans. For example, Epic Systems' Haiku app for iPhones began allowing Doximity members to call patients with a single tap through the mobile EHR. This enables doctors to view health records and communicate with patients via mobile phones while keeping their personal phone numbers private.
Medical reference apps are essential for healthcare professionals, providing fast and reliable access to critical medical information. These apps support clinical decision-making by offering evidence-based guidelines, drug interaction checkers, and diagnostic tools. They ensure that healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, can quickly find trusted resources such as treatment protocols, medical dictionaries, and clinical guidelines. With real-time updates on the latest research, these apps help reduce errors, improve patient outcomes, and streamline workflows in fast-paced clinical environments. Whether it's confirming a diagnosis or checking drug compatibility, medical reference apps are crucial in enhancing efficiency and accuracy in patient care.
Another factor expected to propel market growth is the growing adoption of 5G technology across the globe. According to a report published by GSMA in 2023, the global penetration of 5G is estimated to be 54% by 2030. In addition, the increased bandwidth and low latency of 5G are anticipated to facilitate the sharing of images and videos with higher resolution, improving the quality and value of virtual interaction. This is expected to reduce the need to visit a hospital or clinic and benefit remote patients who don't have easy access to a medical facility or hospital.
With the increasing complexity of drug regimen, particularly for patients managing chronic conditions, there is a heightened emphasis on medication, safety, and compliance. Medical reference apps support this need by offering real-time access to comprehensive drug databases, including information on interactions, contraindications, dosage guidelines, and side effects. These tools help healthcare providers make more informed prescribing decisions, reducing the risk of medication errors. For patients, reminders, dosage trackers, and educational content improve adherence to treatment plans. In addition, the ability to flag and report adverse drug events (ADEs) contributes to more robust pharmacovigilance practices. These apps enhance medication safety, ensure compliance, and support better clinical outcomes.
Furthermore, technological advancements in healthcare IT provide opportunities to cut healthcare spending by improving care delivery and clinical outcomes. In addition, the rise in the launch of new and innovative medical reference apps boosts market growth. For instance, in July 2018, EMDEX Nigeria, in collaboration with ITmedicus, introduced a free EMDEX Drug Information App on the Google Play Store. It has the following features,
Global Medical Reference Apps Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth and provides at global, regional, and country levels an analysis of the latest trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this report, Grand View Research has segmented the global medical reference apps market report based on application, platform, device, end-use, and region: