Realizing the Full Potential of Precision Medicine in Oncology

Precision medicine promises a new paradigm in oncology where every patient receives truly personalized treatment. This approach to disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention utilizes a holistic view of the patient—from their genes and their environment to their lifestyle—to make more accurate decisions.

Growing at a rate of 10.7 percent, the precision medicine market is expected to exceed $96 billion by 2024.¹ Bioinformatics represent a significant share of the market, as bioinformatics tools enable the data mining necessary for rapid identification of new drug targets and repurposing of existing treatments for new indications.¹ (Reuters) The oncology segment of the precision market is expected to experience an 11.1 percent compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) leading up to 2024 due to the success of recent targeted therapies and subsequent high demand.

Still, precision medicine is in its infancy, and making personalized treatment a reality for all patients requires a transformation in how novel therapies are developed and delivered. New regulatory, technical, clinical and economic frameworks are needed to ensure th