Understanding MedTech
MedTech is a broad cluster made up of several interconnected sub-sectors, each addressing different parts of the healthcare system. While the boundaries between them are increasingly blurred, it is helpful to think of MedTech as an umbrella category spanning medical devices with digital health emphasising technology/software and in vitro diagnostics (IVD) as specialist tools for in-lab analysis – all falling under medical device regulation.
Many modern MedTech products combine physical devices with digital components, such as wearable sensors linked to apps or AI-enabled diagnostic tools. This convergence is driving rapid innovation and creating new opportunities for more personalised, data-driven and efficient healthcare.
Medical Devices
These are physical products used in clinical care designed to prevent, diagnose, monitor, treat and care for people. They range from diagnostic tests and monitoring equipment to imaging systems, surgical instruments and implants. Medical devices are typically highly engineered and regulated according to the level of risk they pose to patients. Many devices are now becoming more advanced through the use of sensors, connectivity and embedded software.
Medical Devices
These are physical products used in clinical care designed to prevent, diagnose, monitor, treat and care for people. They range from diagnostic tests and monitoring equipment to imaging systems, surgical instruments and implants. Medical devices are typically highly engineered and regulated according to the level of risk they pose to patients. Many devices are now becoming more advanced through the use of sensors, connectivity and embedded software.
Digital Health
Digital Health focuses on the use of software, data and connectivity to support healthcare delivery. This includes remote patient monitoring, telehealth platforms, mobile health applications, data analytics and artificial intelligence tools that assist with diagnosis, triage and clinical decision-making. Digital health solutions are often used to manage long-term conditions, support preventative care and reduce pressure on hospitals.
Digital Health
Digital Health focuses on the use of software, data and connectivity to support healthcare delivery. This includes remote patient monitoring, telehealth platforms, mobile health applications, data analytics and artificial intelligence tools that assist with diagnosis, triage and clinical decision-making. Digital health solutions are often used to manage long-term conditions, support preventative care and reduce pressure on hospitals.
Explore Glasgow's MedTech Cluster
Explore the interactive charts below to find out more about VC investment and the sub-sector breakdowns for Glasgow's innovative MedTech companies
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Company Breakdown
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Combined enterprise value of Glasgow's VC funded MedTech startups
Combined enterprise value of Glasgow's VC funded MedTech startups
MedTech employees by team size
MedTech companies are seeing continued growth in their employee base
Map: Glasgow's Regional MedTech cluster
With physical assets such as the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and three Innovation Districts providing support and assistance to MedTech companies, explore the range of other locations companies are choosing to call home.