A Chinese medical technology company launched its new subsidiary in Brazil on Saturday, boosting access to radiology treatment and public health services across Latin America.
Opening the Brazilian branch is a crucial part of United Imaging Healthcare’s global strategy, said Dr. Xia Jusong, the company’s President of International Business.
In recent years, medical cooperation between Chinese enterprises and Brazil has deepened significantly, with major projects centered on medical imaging, AI applications, and cross-border healthcare becoming increasingly mainstream.
"When we entered about 15 or 14 years ago, we (saw) actually there is a gap between the traditional old player versus the new technology. So we believed we (could) grab that good opportunity. We invested heavily over the last 5-7 years. So we are now the leading force of all the artificial intelligence in diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine and also radiotherapy," Xia said.
The company’s iconic total-body PET/CT system has already been adopted by world-class institutions such as UC Davis. Now, it’s setting its sights on Brazil and the broader Latin American market.
"In Latin America, they have to weigh quite a large gap between the population and also very diverse geographic challenges. So the artificial intelligence, especially the remote diagnosis and remote management data transformation -- so, (for) those, we can play a good role," said Xia.
Data from the Grand View Research shows the medical imaging market in Brazil is expected to reach a projected revenue of 1,277.3 million U.S. dollars by 2030. In Latin America, Brazil's medical imaging market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
Hospitals in Brazil are undergoing a transformative journey.
Gilberto Otta, radiologist in neuroradiology at the Portuguese Charity of São Paulo, said the artificial intelligence built into United Imaging’s equipment has greatly supported clinical progress, bringing speed to examinations and delivering high-quality imaging at the same time.
United Imaging’s technology enhances image quality and streamlines workflows in Brazilian hospitals, enabling more consistent clinical outcomes. With global supply chains and manufacturing capabilities, the company plans to expand its presence across Latin America.
Chinese medical imaging firm deepens reach in Brazil’s healthcare sector
