Why is Arab Health such an important healthcare event? 

Arab Health is one of the largest exhibitions for the healthcare industry in the MENA region, generating more than AED 9 billion worth of business during the 2024 edition of the show, recording a huge increase in exhibitor and visitor numbers as well. The event celebrates its 50^th edition this year, bringing together healthcare industry leaders from all over the world. 

The events generate millions for the economy through:  

• Business tourism 
• New healthcare and laboratory projects and deals signed during the event
• New solutions introduced through Arab Health to prevent diseases such as diabetes, obesity and cancers 

Dubai is the preferred location for Arab Health because: 

• Dubai is a global business hotspot, connecting major hubs from the global East and West.  
• DWTC has provided an excellent location due to Dubai’s impeccable infrastructure and onsite facilities 

Who organises Arab Health? 

Arab Health is organised by Informa Markets. Informa Markets creates platforms for international markets to trade, innovate and grow.  Through over 500 leading brands, our exhibitions, specialist digital content and data solutions allow customers operating in specialist markets to meet and trade, and for their businesses and markets to thrive. 

Arab Health 2025: Aims and expected outcomes

Evolving from a small tradeshow in Dubai 50 years ago, to a global healthcare industry platform and education hub relevant to every single healthcare professional in the region and beyond, the event’s main goal is to facilitate business opportunities globally while advancing industry knowledge.  

How has the Arab Health exhibition grown from last year? 

Now in its 50^th year, Arab Health 2025 is all set to host an anticipated 3,800+ exhibitors and 60,000 visitors. With over 40 international pavilions and over 180 participating countries, the global reach of Arab Health is expanding and is the largest network for healthcare professionals in the region. 

What are the key themes for the 2025 Arab Health Exhibition? 

The theme for the 50th edition of Arab Health is “Where the world of healthcare meets”.

What are the major themes for the Arab Health 2025 Congress? 

Led by global experts, the conferences part of the Arab Health 2025 Congress will present key topical findings and the latest insights to medical professionals.  

Additionally, through the exhibition, healthcare organisations have the opportunity to explore the applications of AI and other latest technologies which may be integrated into their current or future facilities. The conference and exhibition bring together global leaders in the healthcare industry to exchange ideas and discuss advancements in the field, which may then be applied to benefit the patient.  

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This year, the Arab Health Congress will offer relevant content, ACCME accredited by Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. Additionally, all physical content will also be accredited by Emirates Health Services. 

Arab Health 2025 has also officially partnered with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) for the public health conference under the theme, ‘Enabling Communities and Elevating Wellbeing: A Global Direction for Public Health’. 

What topics will the conferences be covering? 

Medical professionals will have an opportunity to attend 10 Continuing Medical Education (CME)  accredited conferences, in the areas of Total Radiology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Quality  Management and Patient safety, Surgery, Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, Infection  Control, Decontamination and Sterilisation (CSSD), Public Health, and Healthcare Leadership 

(Samson Global Leadership Academy) with over 250 speakers and more than 110 sessions. 3 non-CME conference tracks have been added this year, addressing Healthcare Investment,  Digital Health and AI, and Women in Healthcare.  

How does Arab Health contribute to the development of medical skills in the UAE?

Arab Health is strongly committed to continuing medical education and providing a platform – through the Arab Health Exhibition and Congress – that attracts international healthcare leaders to the Middle East. In line with global trends and the latest technological advances, the exhibition will continue to support the region’s constantly advancing healthcare landscape. For the foreseeable future, the further integration of personal healthcare and innovative technology in healthcare will be a key area of focus. 

How has technology merged with medicine?

The Arab Health exhibition has grown over the years alongside the healthcare technology sector. Arab Health acts as a platform for many companies to showcase their latest innovations and demonstrate how they have applied technology to the benefit and advancement of medicine. For example, the popular Innov8 competition returning to Arab Health this year provides a major platform for health tech startups to pitch their revolutionary ideas and products, demonstrating the unprecedented growth of the sector. 

Another notable example can be seen with companies that have optimised virtual reality to be used for medical education. The use of AI, wearable technology, 3D printing, and drones are transforming healthcare practices. The Smart Hospital and Interoperability Zone, one of the show’s features returning in 2025, demonstrates how multiple technologies are seamlessly integrated to improve patient experience.  Another area of the exhibition that discusses health technology in the exhibition is the Transformation Zone, which facilitates conversations regarding AI and robotics. The emergence, and unprecedented growth, of the healthcare technology sector continue to transform the healthcare experience for patients and providers alike.

Source: Shamal Communication