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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2030)

EU-Q862 December 2025 Spotlight Report

Revenue

€776.2bn

2020-2025 3.6 %
2025-2030 X.X %

Employees

3m

2020-2025 2.3 %
2025-2030 X.X %

Businesses

332k

2020-2025 2.4 %
2025-2030 X.X %

Wages

€XXX.Xbn

2020-2025 X.X %
2025-2030 X.X %

Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry analysis

Over the five years through 2025, the revenue of European medical and dental practices is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 2.8% to reach € 746.9 billion; this includes an estimated rise of 2.6% in 2025. Excessive waiting times caused by the pandemic backlog have prompted many people to turn to private medical and dental care, supporting revenue. At the same time, lengthy treatment queues and the cost-of-living crisis have sparked a rise in medical tourism, with a mounting number of people travelling to European countries, like Turkey and Spain, for speedy, low-cost treatment.The industry faces a major workforce challenge, with more than one-third (35%) of EU doctors over the age of 55 in 2022 and Italy and Bulgaria seeing over half of their doctors in this age group. While there is already a shortage of skilled labour in the industry, policy changes such as financial incentives and partnerships between companies and universities and training providers will likely be necessary to secure the labour force for the industry in the near future.

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Industry Statistics and Trends

Medical & Dental Practices in Europe key trends

AI and digital cloud platforms are transforming medical and dental practices in Europe.

 

Leading companies like Straumann are rolling out tools that speed up workflows and improve teamwork. These platforms enable clinicians to share data in real-time for improved patient care.

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 2012-2030. Includes 5-year outlook.

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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe market size (2020-2025)

Industry revenue has grown at a CAGR of 3.6 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €776.2bn in 2025.

Trends and Insights

An ageing population and workforce shortages are challenging the resilience of Europe’s medical practices

  • Europe’s medical and dental practices industry faces increasing demand as a result of demographic change: the proportion of people aged 65 and over in the EU has risen from 16% in 2000 to 21% in 2023. It is expected to reach nearly 30% by 2050, according to the OECD. This shift is fuelling a surge in demand for healthcare services.

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Medical & Dental Practices in Europe outlook (2025-2030)

Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.

An increasingly obese population hikes demand for medical treatment

  • Obesity is one of the most critical public health issues of our time, placing a considerable strain on both Europe’s population and its healthcare systems. In 2022, obesity rates in the EU increased steadily with age, peaking at around 20% in the 65–74 age group and affecting approximately 15% of people aged 18–64. Projections suggest that by 2030, more than 30% of Europeans will be living with obesity, with direct and indirect healthcare costs potentially reaching as much as €1,597 billion if comprehensive action is not taken.

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Revenue

€776.2bn

2020-2025 3.6 %
2025-2030 X.X %

Employees

3m

2020-2025 2.3 %
2025-2030 X.X %

Wages

€XXX.Xbn

2020-2025 X.X %
2025-2030 X.X %

European Leaders & Laggards

Europe Job Growth CAGR: 2.3 % *
  • Job Growth

Top 5 Countries

    Bottom 5 Countries

      * CAGR values are for the years 2020-2025.

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      Biggest companies in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe

      Company
      Market Share (%)
      2025
      Revenue (€m)
      2025
      Profit (€m)
      2025
      Profit Margin (%)
      2025
      Fresenius SE & Co KGaA
      22,602.3
      1,853.4
      8.2
      The British United Provident Association Ltd
      16,721.3
      0.9
      0.0
      Medicover AB
      2,395.0
      79.0
      3.3

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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 2025?

      The market size of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe is €776.2bn in 2025.

      How many businesses are there in the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe in 2025?

      There are 332k businesses in the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 2.4 % between 2020 and 2025.

      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 3.6 % between 2020 and 2025.

      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 industry in Europe include?

      Dental Services and Specialised Medical Practices are part of the Medical & Dental Practices industry in Europe.

      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.

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      Table of Contents

      About this industry

      Industry definition

      This industry encompasses medical and dental practice activities, including consultations and treatments provided by general and specialised doctors, surgeons and dentists. For example, orthodontics and family planning services are performed in private, group, or clinic settings and sometimes at patients’ homes. It also includes dental work in operating rooms and private consulting for inpatients. Excluded are dental laboratory manufacturing (e.g., dentures), inpatient hospital care and paramedical activities (such as nursing, midwifery and physiotherapy).

      Related Terms

      ORTHODONTICSINTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGISTS UROLOGY

      What's included in this industry?

      Dental ServicesSpecialised Medical PracticesGeneral Medical Practices

      Companies

      Fresenius SE & Co KGaAThe British United Provident Association LtdMedicover AB

      Industry Code

      ISIC 2006

      862 - Medical and dental practice activities in Europe

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      Performance

      Key Takeaways

      An ageing population and workforce shortages are challenging the resilience of Europe’s medical practices

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      Revenue Highlights

      Trends
      • Revenue
      • 2025 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 (2012 -2030)
      • Employees in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
      • Business in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
      • Profit in the Medical & Dental Practices in Europe industry (2012 -2030)
      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.

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      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 (2025)

      Geographic Breakdown

      Business Locations

      Heat maps
      • Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2025)
      • Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2025)
      • Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2025)
      • Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2025)

      Industry Geographic Breakdown

      Data Tables

      Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:

      • Revenue (2025)
      • IVA (2025)
      • Enterprises (2025)
      • Employment (2025)
      • Exports (2025)
      • Imports (2025)

      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.

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      Supply Chain

      Charts

      Buyer and supply industries

      Companies

      Market Share

      Charts
      • Industry Market Share by Company (2020-2025)

      Companies

      Data Tables

      Top 10 companies by market share:

      • Market share (2025)
      • Revenue (2025)
      • Profit (2025)
      • Profit Margin (2025)

      Data Tables
      • Countries of operation for Fresenius SE & Co KGaA
      • Countries of operation for The British United Provident Association Ltd
      • Countries of operation for Medicover AB
      • Countries of operation for Hirslanden AG
      • Countries of operation for Asklepios Kliniken GmbH
      • Countries of operation for Institut Straumann AG
      • Countries of operation for Integrated Dental Holdings Ltd
      • Countries of operation for Ramsay Health Care
      • 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.

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      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.

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      Cost Structure

      Charts
      • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
      • 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 (2015-2030)
      • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
      • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
      • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
      • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
      • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
      • Average Wage (2015-2030)

      Country Benchmarks

      European Leaders & Laggards

      Data Tables

      Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

      • Revenue Growth (2025)
      • Business Growth (2025)
      • Job Growth (2025)

      European Country Performance

      Data Tables

      Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

      • IVA/Revenue (2025)
      • Imports/Demand (2025)
      • Exports/Revenue (2025)
      • Revenue per Employee (2025)
      • Wages/Revenue (2025)
      • Employees per Establishment (2025)
      • Average Wage (2025)

      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 (2015-2030)
      • IVA (2015-2030)
      • Establishments (2015-2030)
      • Enterprises (2015-2030)
      • Employment (2015-2030)
      • Exports (2015-2030)
      • Imports (2015-2030)
      • Wages (2015-2030)

      Methodology

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