Innovation is set to redefine diagnosis, ushering in a new era of healthcare with faster, more accurate and earlier detection. The UK has the potential to lead the way, setting a global benchmark for cutting-edge diagnostics.
This transformation represents a paradigm shift in how diagnosis is defined and delivered. No longer limited to isolated assessments guiding single treatment decisions, diagnosis is evolving into an integrated, multi-modal approach. By harnessing diverse data streams, it can shape entire clinical journeys, enable adaptive health systems and accelerate R&D breakthroughs. A bold vision for faster, better and earlier diagnosis could revolutionise prevention and care.
In this joint report from Siemens Healthineers, Imperial College London and BCG, we explore four key vision journeys that highlight the potential for dramatic improvements in health outcomes, NHS productivity and wider societal well-being. Realising this vision at scale could have a profound economic impact - boosting the UK鈥檚 GDP by approximately 拢40 billion per year and driving up to 拢18 billion in NHS productivity gains.
Ralph Wiegner, head of strategy and value-added services at Siemens Healthineers Great Britain & Ireland states:聽鈥淭his research underscores the transformative potential of diagnostics in the NHS. By embedding faster, better, and earlier diagnosis into the heart of care 鈥 such as advanced imaging, laboratory diagnostics and point-of-care technology - we can unlock billions in value, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen the UK鈥檚 position as a global leader in health innovation.鈥
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