The Arab Health Exhibition and Congress, which was opened on January 29 by Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister is expected to welcome over 51,000 attendees.

 

The four-day healthcare showcase under the show theme of ‘Connecting Minds, Transforming Healthcare’, Arab Health, is the largest gathering of healthcare professionals and businesses in the Mena region. 

 

The 2024 edition of the show is also the largest to date in terms of exhibition space, dominating every hall of the Dubai World Trade Centre, with 3,450 exhibitors and an expected 110,000 professional healthcare visits representing 180 countries from around the world. 

 

Continuing Medical Education

The Arab Health Congress is featuring ten Continuing Medical Education (CME) conferences dedicated to over 23,600 professional healthcare visitors, where they will hear from more than 330 expert speakers during over 165 sessions.

 

Ross Williams, Exhibition Director for Informa Markets, said: “Arab Health's standing as the premier healthcare trade show in the region is based on its comprehensive approach, global reach, unwavering commitment to innovation, and the opportunities it provides for learning, networking, and collaboration within the healthcare sector – ultimately delivering the ultimate healthcare experience.

 

"With a sharp focus on groundbreaking technology and transformative products enhancing patient care, the next four days promise to be a catalyst for the future of healthcare in the region and on a global scale. This impact is amplified by our international reach and the exceptional calibre of exhibitors showcased, making it a game-changing event for the industry worldwide."

 

New Era of Public Health

Elsewhere on the opening day, Dr Ramadan Al Balooshi from Dubai Health Authority outlined a vision for a ‘New Era of Public Health’ during the opening session at the Public Health Conference, while the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, highlighted the lessons learnt during Covid-19 and the importance of leadership.

 

Arab Health 2024 is supported by various government entities, including the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Government of Dubai, the Dubai Health Authority, the Department of Health, and the Dubai Healthcare City Authority. 

 

Key partners include the National Healthcare Champion, PureHealth; Premium healthcare partner, American Hospital; Exclusive healthcare partner, Dr Sulaiman Al Habib; Exclusive health services partner, Emirates Health Services; Global health partner, M2; Future health partner, Neom; Innovation partner, GE HealthCare; and Exclusive AI partner, Canon Medical.--TradeArabia News Service