Imaging devices use visual, ultrasound or electromagnetic technologies to view the human body in order to diagnose, monitor or treat medical conditions. Major medical imaging devices subcategories used in India include:
- Ultrasound for abdominal, peripheral vascular, fetal/uterine applications and Doppler echocardiograms.
- Nuclear medicine devices such as positron emission tomography (PET) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- X-Ray machines such as computerized tomography scanning, mammography, fluoroscopy and angiography
The workforce in India has expanded significantly, with over 15,000 practicing radiologists. Diagnostic volumes exceed 200 million X-rays annually, alongside tens of millions of CT, MRI, and ultrasound procedures. Subspecialties such as Interventional Radiology (IR) have matured rapidly, with the Indian Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (ISVIR) now representing over 1,200 specialized interventional radiologists performing image-guided procedures like transarterial chemoembolization (TACE), angioplasty, and stroke thrombectomies.
Additionally, India has emerged as a global hub for teleradiology, with domestic imaging networks providing 24/7 off-site radiological interpretation and AI-assisted preliminary reporting to hospitals and clinics across North America, Europe, and the Middle East.
There is a vibrant need for used medical devices, particularly functional systems from the United States. Global makers of medical imaging devices active in India include Siemens Healthcare, GE Healthcare, Philips, Hitachi and Toshiba.
Last updated: August 3rd, 2026
