Philips is integrating MEMS sensors into healthcare devices for improved patient monitoring and diagnostics, enhancing precision and reliability in digital health tools.
Revolutionary Market Growth in MEMS Healthcare
The implementation of MEMS technology comes at a pivotal time in the healthcare sensor market. With the global MEMS market reaching USD 19.6 billion in 2023 [2], the healthcare sector is positioned as a key growth driver. The MEMS Foundry Service Market is projected to expand from USD 10.5 billion in 2022 to USD 19.3 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8.3% [2]. This growth aligns with the dramatic surge in telehealth adoption, which saw visits increase from 840,000 in 2019 to over 52 million in 2020 [2].
Technical Innovation in Patient Care
Philips’ MEMS sensor platform, CirconFlex, enables advanced measurements of flow, pressure, temperature, and acceleration [1]. These capabilities are particularly significant given the expanding remote patient monitoring market, which is expected to reach USD 207.5 billion by 2028 [6]. The technology allows for multiple sensing modes to be combined into a single sensor, facilitating highly miniaturized and integrated devices [1]. This integration is crucial as healthcare systems worldwide prepare for an aging population, with those aged 65 and older expected to increase from 10.3% in 2024 to 20.7% by 2074 [6].
Market Impact and Future Applications
The implementation of MEMS sensors represents a strategic move in the healthcare technology sector. The technology’s versatility is evidenced by its applications spanning both rigid and flexible substrates, including membrane-based sensors [1]. This flexibility is particularly valuable as the healthcare industry increasingly embraces digital transformation, with remote patient monitoring devices becoming central to modern healthcare delivery [6]. The integration of these sensors is expected to enhance both the accuracy of patient monitoring and the efficiency of healthcare delivery systems [7].
Industry Collaboration and Innovation
Philips’ advancement in MEMS technology demonstrates the company’s commitment to healthcare innovation through strategic partnerships. The technology’s development builds upon established expertise in micro- and nanotechnologies [1], positioning Philips at the forefront of the healthcare sensor market. This initiative comes as the broader MEMS foundry service sector experiences significant growth, driven by increasing demand for sensor technologies in healthcare monitoring and industrial automation [2].