Surgical Simulation Market Research Report Information by Model Type (Reality {Synthetic Bench, Cadaveric, Animal, Full Immersion}, Virtual {Augmented Reality, Computer Aided, Others}), by Function (Medical Training, Medical Device Development), by Application (Laparoscopic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, Gynecological Surgery, Neurological Surgery, Endoscopic Surgery, Others), by End User (Hospitals, Academic & Research Institutes, Surgical Centers, Military Organizations, Medical Device Companies) and by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pac

Global Surgical Simulation Market Overview

Global Surgical Simulation market size was valued at USD 0.39 billion in 2023. The global Surgical Simulation market industry is projected to grow from USD 0.45 billion in 2024 to USD 1.5 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.42% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The factors that are driving the growth of the global market are increasing focus on patient safety and growing geriatric population and advancements in technology.

 Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Surgical Simulation Market Trends

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  Increasing focus on patient safety boosting the Surgical Simulation Market

  
  

The Surgical Simulation Market is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by several key factors. One of the significant drivers of this growth is the increasing focus on patient safety. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), up to 4 in 10 patients worldwide suffer harm while receiving outpatient and primary healthcare, and up to 80% of those negative outcomes are avoidable. Patient safety is a critical concern within the healthcare industry. Surgical procedures carry inherent risks, and any error or complication can have life-altering or even life-threatening consequences for patients. To mitigate these risks and provide the highest standard of care, the healthcare community has increasingly turned to surgical simulation as a means of preparation and training for surgeons and other medical professionals. One of the primary ways in which surgical simulation bolsters patient safety is by offering a controlled and risk-free environment for training and practice. It provides an opportunity for medical students, residents, and experienced surgeons to hone their surgical skills without any direct impact on patient health. Through realistic simulations that closely mimic actual surgical scenarios, individuals can repeatedly practice procedures, fine-tune their techniques, and develop a deep understanding of surgical processes.

Furthermore, surgical simulators often incorporate haptic feedback, which enables trainees to feel tactile sensations during simulated procedures. This tactile feedback enhances the learning experience by providing a sense of touch and resistance, mimicking what a surgeon would encounter in a real surgery. It allows trainees to develop a delicate and precise touch, a crucial skill in surgery. The impact of surgical simulation on patient safety extends beyond training. It also plays a significant role in research and development. Researchers can use simulators to test and refine new surgical techniques, surgical instruments, and procedures before introducing them into clinical practice. These factors are driving the market growth.

Surgical Simulation Market Segment Insights:

Surgical Simulation Model Type Insights

Based on model type, the Surgical Simulation Market is segmented into reality and virtual. Reality held the largest market share in 2022 and virtual is anticipated to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. Reality model type provides adoption of AR and VR technologies in surgical simulation, which helps to speed up the process of surgical simulation. Moreover, companies such as Simulab Corporation (US), and 3-Dmed Learning Through Simulation (US) among others are the key players offering surgical simulation. Furthermore, it is easily available in under develop countries, increasing advancements in technology, growing cost saving and easy accessibility are expected to drive the Surgical Simulation segment growth over the projection period.

Surgical Simulation Function Insights

Based on function, the Surgical Simulation Market has been segmented into medical training and medical device development. Medical training held the largest market share in 2022 and is anticipated to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. Ensuring patient safety is a vital concern in healthcare, as it acquires and enhances surgical skills and advances in technology. Furthermore, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have significantly improved the realism and effectiveness of surgical simulators. Hence, the wide range of applications in medical training is driving the growth of the function segment.

FIGURE 2: Surgical Simulation Market, By Function, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Surgical Simulation Application Insights

Based on application, the Surgical Simulation Market has been segmented into laparoscopic surgery, cardiac surgery, gynecological surgery, neurological surgery, endoscopic surgery, and others. The Laparoscopic surgery segment held the largest market share in 2022 and neurological surgery is anticipated to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. As it helps in reducing post operative pain, and helps in shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. Moreover, it also provides patient safety and risk mitigation.

Surgical Simulation End User Insights

Based on end user, the Surgical Simulation Market has been segmented into hospitals, surgical centers, academic & research institutes, military organizations, and medical device companies. Hospitals held the largest market share in 2022 and academic & research institutes anticipated to register the highest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. The majority of people prefer hospitals as advanced treatment for various chronic diseases and surgical procedures, including general surgeries, orthopedics, cardiac & thoracic surgeries, and obstetric/gynecological surgeries. According to the Centre for Diseases Control and Prevention in 2019, the prevalence of chronic diseases in adults was around 60% globally, and it is reportedly much higher among elderly people.

Moreover, the increasing number of multispecialty & community hospitals across the globe and increasing healthcare expenditure are also boosting the hospitals segment in the forecast period.

Surgical Simulation Regional Insights

By region, the study segments the market into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. North America accounted for the largest market share of over 39.49% in 2022 owing to the early adoption of advanced technologies and product innovation by market players further facilitated the growth of the market.

Further, the major countries studied are: The US, Canada, Brazil, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Australia.

FIGURE 3: Surgical Simulation Market, By Region, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe Surgical Simulation market shows significant growth during the forecast year, i.e., 2024–2032, owing to the increase in the usage of medical simulation. According to the report of Global Obesity Observatory 2021, 24.5% men were obese and 43.8% were overweight in Germany in 2020. Therefore, owing to such percentages the National Obesity Risk predicted was 7/10 which was much higher and an issue of concern for Germany in 2021. Thus, such a scenario has increased the awareness about obesity in Germany owing to which majority of the people are opting for minimally invasive aesthetic surgeries for weight loss. Furthermore, the Germany Surgical Simulation market held the largest market share in 2022 and Italy Surgical Simulation market is the fastest growing market in the Europe region.

The Asia-Pacific Surgical Simulation market is the fastest-growing region during the forecast period owing to increasing healthcare expenditure in Asian countries. Furthermore, the Government of India mandated simulation-based training in all undergraduate programs. Such government initiatives will boost the growth of the regional market. Moreover, China Surgical Simulation market held the largest market share in 2022 and India Surgical Simulation market is the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Surgical Simulation Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

The Surgical Simulation Market is characterized by the presence of many global, regional, and local players and factors such as lowering the cost of the products, improving infrastructure, and increasing adoption of Surgical Simulation driving the growth of the Surgical Simulation Market. To expand their reach and optimize their operational costs, the major players focus on forming strategic and in order to gain a substantial market share.

Simulab Corporation is a leading provider of medical simulation training solutions. The company specializes in realistic medical task trainers, affordable medical training tools, surgical simulators, healthcare simulation, and healthcare education. Simulab has received 11 US and two European patents for medical simulation technology, synthetic anatomy, and videoendoscopic training technology, with eight more pending. The majority of the products are latex-free, but a small number of product components do contain latex. It offers its products through direct sales, distributors, and strategic partnerships. Furthermore, the company's target markets are hospitals, simulation centers, medical device companies, and universities. It has an extensive distribution network in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World.

Key Companies in the Surgical Simulation Market includes.

• Simulab Corporation (US)


• Surgical Science (Sweden)  


• Mentice (Sweden)


• VirtaMed AG (Switzerland)


• 3-Dmed Learning Through Simulation (US)


• Laerdal Medical (Norway)


• Gaumard Scientific (US)


• Materialise (Belgium)


• Stratasys (Israel)


• CAE Inc. (Canada)

Surgical Simulation Industry Developments

February 2023: VirtaMed launched its Meniscal Repair Module. This new module enables trainees to practise and perform a variety of techniques for repairing various types of meniscal tears.

February 2022: VirtaMed and Memic (Israel) announced partnership to create new Robotics Virtual Reality Training Simulator.

Surgical Simulation Market Segmentation:

Surgical Simulation Model Type Outlook

• Reality
  
  
  
  • Synthetic Bench
  
  
  • Cadaveric
  
  
  • Animal
  
  
  • Full Immersion
  
  
  
  


• Virtual
  
  
  
  • Augmented Reality
  
  
  • Computer Aided
  
  
  • Others
  
  
  
  

Surgical Simulation Function Outlook

• Medical Training


• Medical Device Development

Surgical Simulation Application Outlook

• Laparoscopic Surgery


• Cardiac Surgery


• Gynaecological Surgery


• Neurological Surgery


• Endoscopic Surgery


• Others

Surgical Simulation End User Outlook

• Hospitals


• Academic & Research Institutes


• Surgical Centers


• Military Organizations


• Medical Device Companies

Surgical Simulation Regional Outlook

• North America
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  
  


• Europe
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • UK
  
  
  • Italy
  
  
  • Spain
  
  
  • Rest of Europe
  
  
  
  


• Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • India
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • South Korea
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  


• Rest of the World
  
  
  
  • Middle East
  
  
  • Africa
  
  
  • Latin America