Latest medical tech in focus as Arab Health’s 50th edition opens on Monday in Dubai

Dubai: Arab Health will celebrate its landmark 50th edition when it returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) tomorrow, January 27, running until January 30. The milestone event, which will be held under the theme ‘Where the World of Healthcare Meets,” will bring together over 3,800 exhibitors and welcome more than 60,000 visitors, providing a platform for innovation and collaboration in healthcare.

Building on the momentum of last year’s event, which saw record-breaking business deals exceeding Dh9 billion, Arab Health 2025 is expected to set new benchmarks for success when it welcomes some of the biggest names in the industry.

This year Arab Health will host more than 40 country pavilions, with exhibitors representing over 80 countries in total, covering the Middle East, the US, Europe, Africa, and Asia. The UAE will be represented by over 200 companies, showcasing the latest innovations across nine product sectors, ranging from medical equipment and devices to imaging and diagnostics, as well as wellness and prevention.

Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, said: “As we mark the 50th edition of Arab Health, we can reflect on the pivotal role this event has played in driving the healthcare and medical sector in the region, through innovation and collaboration. Over the past five decades, Arab Health has served as a powerful platform for medical professionals to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate, and contributed to establishing Dubai as a leading business events destination, fostering an environment where industries and professionals thrive.

Ross Williams, Exhibition Director for Informa Markets, said: “For 50 years, Arab Health has been at the forefront of the global healthcare industry, driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of care delivery. The event remains more relevant than ever, providing a vital platform where industry leaders can come together to address challenges and seize new opportunities in healthcare. This year, we have a range of new show features and conferences, the return of several popular events, and some big announcements to look forward to.”

The Eco-Sphere, a newly launched feature at Arab Health, will include The Healthcare ESG Forum, and the World of Wellness. The former will have a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility in healthcare, reflecting Arab Health’s commitment to promoting sustainable practices, with programmes that highlight energy-efficient medical devices, waste reduction strategies, and the importance of a circular economy.

The World of Wellness will take a deep dive into the future of longevity and reverse ageing, next-gen wellness wearables, mental health, nutrition and wellness strategies, and personalised health and genomics.

The Future Health Summit, held at the Museum of the Future, will bring together visionaries, policymakers, and innovators from around the globe to explore transformative ideas and initiatives shaping the healthcare sector. Attendees will hear from some of the “brightest minds in the industry”, including renowned speakers from the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), Google, PwC Middle East, and Amazon Web Service.

A returning highlight of this year’s exhibition is the Transformation Zone, which will showcase disruptive technologies set to revolutionise healthcare delivery. Attendees will be able to engage in “thought-provoking discussions” at the Healthcare Transformation Talks and the popular Innov8 Start-up competition, with a $10,000 prize up for grabs.

Complementing these features, the Healthcare Business Forums and three newly launched non-Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, which include EmpowHer: Women in Healthcare, Digital Health & AI, and Healthcare Investment Summit, will explore key themes such as the growth of female entrepreneurship in healthcare, global investment trends, and teamwork and teambuilding in health organisational culture and strategy.

Medical professionals attending Arab Health 2025 will have access to 10 CME-accredited conferences held under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and Prevention and taking place at Conrad Dubai to accommodate demand.