# DICOM Viewer

> Simple and useful medical image DICOM (\*.dcm, \*.dicom) file viewer.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.dicom\_viewer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.dicom_viewer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.app.dicom_viewer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Gunasekhar Athuluri
- **Category:** MEDICAL
- **Downloads:** 264,996
- **Rating:** 1.95 / 5 (284 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.0.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-21
- **First published:** 2023-02-18
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.dicom_viewer)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://gunasekhar-athuluri.github.io/apps/dicom\_viewer\_privacy\_policy.html](https://gunasekhar-athuluri.github.io/apps/dicom_viewer_privacy_policy.html)

## Description

The DICOM Viewer Chrome extension offers a straightforward and efficient way to open DICOM (*.dcm, *.dicom) medical image files directly from your device. With its minimal user interface, it ensures the focus remains on the medical images themselves, providing an uncluttered viewing experience. Users can easily navigate through images by dragging a slider, and utilize intuitive two-finger pinch gestures to zoom in and out for detailed examination.

Designed for medical professionals, students, and anyone dealing with medical imaging, this extension simplifies accessing and reviewing DICOM files without the need for complex software. Whether you're analyzing patient scans or studying medical images, DICOM Viewer provides a seamless and user-friendly tool to enhance your workflow.

## Rankings

- #138,483 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_INTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.app.dicom_viewer.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Most users report major issues with the app crashing and being unable to open or view their DICOM files properly. Import functions are unreliable and images often fail to load or display correctly. Some users find the app easy to start and appreciate no login requirement, but overall the app lacks critical functionality for a DICOM viewer, leading to widespread dissatisfaction.

### Pros

- No log in required, making it simple to use.
- Easy to import MRI images for viewing.
- User interface is considered user friendly by some users.

### Cons

- App frequently crashes or closes unexpectedly when opening files.
- Cannot open or view DICOM (.dcm) files properly, images do not display.
- Importing files or folders often fails or does not function as intended.
- Poor image quality and lack of functional controls for viewing images.
- App lacks essential features such as an exit option and shows limited functionality.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.app.dicom_viewer)