Convert DICOM to PDF — Share Your Scan as a <accent>Report</accent>
Export your DICOM scan as a PDF document — multiple slices, captions, ready to send. No upload, no install.
- Multi-slice PDF export
- No upload, no install
- Works on any computer
When PDF is the right format for your scan
A PDF is the best format when you want to share a scan in a way that feels like a document rather than a loose image file. Doctors, specialists, and insurance companies are used to receiving PDFs — they open without special software, print cleanly, and preserve layout.
DICOM to PDF is useful when you want to send a scan report to a second-opinion specialist, attach a scan to an insurance claim, include multiple slices in a single readable document, or share a scan that's easy to open on any device.
How DICOM-to-PDF export will work
The converter is nearly ready. Here's how it will work once launched.
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Drop your DICOM file or folder
Drag and drop into the dropzone, or click to choose. The converter reads the DICOM data locally — nothing is uploaded.
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Select the slices to include
For multi-slice studies, you'll choose which slices go into the PDF — all of them, a subset, or just the key images. OpenMyScan Pro will add annotation and layout options.
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Download the PDF
The PDF downloads directly to your computer. Ready to attach, email, or print without any special software on the receiving end.
PDF vs JPG vs PNG for medical scans
PDF is the right format when the recipient needs a document — something that prints cleanly, looks professional, and can contain multiple images or a caption.
JPG or PNG are better when you need a raw image file for a specific purpose: inserting into a word processor, publication, or presentation. Both produce a single-image file per slice.
OpenMyScan supports all three export formats. If you're not sure, PDF is the safest choice for sharing with a specialist or insurer.
Questions people actually ask
Is the PDF converter available now?
Not yet — it's launching soon. In the meantime, DICOM to JPG is available now and works with all scan types.
Can I include multiple slices in the PDF?
Yes, that's the primary use case. The PDF export is designed for multi-slice studies so you can include the most relevant images in a single file.
Will the PDF contain patient information?
By default, yes — DICOM files contain patient name and ID. If you want to remove that information first, use our DICOM Anonymizer tool before exporting.
Are my files uploaded?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Files never leave your device.
Can the recipient open the PDF without special medical software?
Yes. The output is a standard PDF file — no DICOM viewer needed. It opens in Adobe Reader, Preview, any web browser, or any PDF-capable application.
What scan types will be supported?
PDF export will work with MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound — any DICOM study that opens in the standard viewer.