5G Remote Surgery Market Report 2025

The 5G remote surgery market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.37 billion in 2024 to $1.8 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 31%. The growth in the historic period can be linked to increasing adoption of minimally invasive surgeries, rising demand for real-time data transmission in healthcare, growing investments in telemedicine infrastructure, greater need for remote access to specialized surgeons, and expanding availability of high-speed internet in healthcare facilities.

The 5G remote surgery market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.24 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be linked to higher demand for cross-border surgical expertise, increased use of artificial intelligence in remote surgery platforms, rising patient expectations for faster and safer procedures, wider deployment of 5G networks in emerging markets, and greater need for cost-effective healthcare delivery models. Key trends during the forecast period include development of cross-border tele-surgery capabilities, integration of virtual reality for pre-surgical training, use of augmented reality for enhanced visualization, implementation of blockchain for secure surgical records, and innovation in remote robotic surgery platforms.

The growing adoption of telemedicine is expected to drive the expansion of the 5G remote surgery market. Telemedicine uses digital technology to deliver healthcare services remotely, allowing patients to consult with doctors, receive diagnoses, and manage treatments without needing to visit a clinic. This approach is gaining traction due to its convenience, offering patients the ability to access healthcare services from home, save time, and avoid the need to travel. These benefits enhance both accessibility and efficiency in healthcare. 5G remote surgery takes telemedicine a step further by enabling real-time, high-precision surgical procedures from a distance, making expert care available in remote or underserved areas. This technology reduces the need for patient travel and enables timely medical interventions, improving overall healthcare delivery and convenience. For example, a 2023 survey by Rock Health found that 80% of U.S. adults had used telemedicine at least once, an increase from 72% in 2021. As telemedicine adoption rises, it is driving the growth of the 5G remote surgery market.

Companies operating in the 5G remote surgery market are developing technologically advanced products, such as surgical robots, to facilitate precise, real-time remote procedures and improve patient outcomes. Surgical robots are computer-assisted systems that help surgeons perform minimally invasive surgeries with enhanced dexterity, accuracy, and control. In May 2023, Shanghai MicroPort MedBot (Group) Co. Ltd., a China-based company, received approval from the Brazilian Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) for its Honghu orthopedic surgical robot, marketed overseas as SkyWalker. The Honghu robot integrates 5G remote capabilities with CT-guided imaging to assist surgeons in performing highly precise joint replacement surgeries, including minimally invasive procedures. It uses robotic arms to improve accuracy, supports detailed preoperative surgical planning, and can manage complex cases such as severe rheumatoid arthritis or post-fracture surgeries. The system has been validated through hundreds of robot-assisted procedures, demonstrating its reliability and increasing its adoption across various regions.

In January 2025, Maxis Communications Berhad, a telecommunications and digital services company based in Malaysia, partnered with Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) to develop advanced 5G solutions. The collaboration aims to create innovative 5G solutions that will transform healthcare and education, particularly focusing on remote surgery, advanced telemedicine, and immersive learning experiences. UTAR, a private research university in Malaysia, is actively advancing 5G remote surgery, making this partnership a significant step toward accelerating the adoption of 5G technologies in healthcare.

Major players in the 5G remote surgery market are Verizon Communications Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Johnson And Johnson Ethicon Inc., Telefónica S.A., Siemens Healthineers AG, Soliton Systems Inc., PT Telekomunikasi Selular, Smith And Nephew plc, NTT DOCOMO Inc., CMR Surgical Ltd., Shanghai MicroPort MedBot (Group) Co. Ltd., Proximie Limited., Tianjin Tinavi Medical Technology Co. Ltd., Sovato Inc., Virtual Incision Corporation, Medrobotics Corporation, Avail Medsystems, SS Innovations International Inc., Shenzhen Edge Medical Co. Ltd., and Sina Robotics Inc.

North America was the largest region in the 5G remote surgery market in 2024. The regions covered in 5G remote surgery report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the 5G remote surgery market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The fast surge in U.S. tariffs and the trade tensions that followed in spring 2025 are heavily affecting the medical equipment sector, particularly for imported imaging machine components, surgical-grade stainless steel, and plastic disposables. Hospitals and clinics resist price hikes, pressuring manufacturers’ margins. Regulatory hurdles compound the problem, as tariff-related supplier changes often require re-certification of devices, delaying time-to-market. Companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing critical parts, expanding domestic production of commoditized items, and accelerating R&D in cost-efficient materials.

5G remote surgery refers to conducting surgical procedures on patients from a remote location using robotic systems and ultra-fast, low-latency 5G networks. It enables expert surgeons to operate from a distance with precision and real-time control, particularly in regions lacking specialized medical expertise. The technology improves accessibility, reduces patient travel, and allows timely intervention in critical situations.

The primary components of 5G remote surgery are hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes the physical medical and communication devices, such as surgical robots, imaging systems, sensors, and network equipment, that allow surgeons to perform procedures remotely with accuracy and real-time connectivity. This connectivity can be provided through standalone and non-standalone 5G networks and is applied in procedures such as cardiology, orthopedic, neurosurgery, gynecological surgery, and more, serving hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, specialty clinics, and other end users.

The 5G remote surgery market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides 5G remote surgery market statistics, including 5G remote surgery industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a 5G remote surgery market share, detailed 5G remote surgery market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the 5G remote surgery industry. This 5G remote surgery market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The 5G remote surgery market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as teleoperated surgical procedures, preoperative planning and consultation services, postoperative monitoring and follow-up, training and simulation services, and maintenance and support of surgical robotics. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The 5G remote surgery market also includes sales of haptic feedback devices, telecommunication devices, wearable monitoring devices, medical imaging equipment, and augmented reality (AR) surgical glasses. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values; that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

This product will be delivered within 3-5 business days.