WHX Tech: The next frontier in healthcare innovation
In a bold move that underscores the Middle East's growing leadership in digital health,
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Held under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dubai Health Authority, Dubai Health, Emirates Health Services and in partnership with HIMSS, the inaugural WHX Tech event brings together healthcare leaders, tech innovators and investors to tackle the biggest challenges and shape the future of healthcare.
Redefining the future of healthcare
As healthcare systems worldwide contend with aging populations, rising costs, and increasing demand for personalised care, digital technologies are playing a critical role in shaping the future. WHX Tech is designed to respond directly to these challenges, providing a dedicated platform to explore the latest in artificial intelligence, robotics, remote care, and health data interoperability.
According to Solenne Singer, Vice President – Healthcare at Informa Markets, the creation of WHX Tech is a strategic response to global demand for innovation hubs that accelerate the adoption of digital health solutions. 'Dubai offers a unique combination of forward-thinking regulation, smart infrastructure, and regional influence. It's the perfect launchpad for this next-generation event,' Singer said.
Global gathering for tech trailblazers
WHX Tech is expected to attract over 5,000 digital health professionals, over 300 brands, and 200+ speakers, creating a melting pot of ideas and innovations. From healthcare providers and investors to entrepreneurs and government leaders, the event is poised to drive cross-sector collaboration.
WHX tech agenda
Attendees can explore a dynamic lineup of panels, live demonstrations, and thought-provoking fireside chats that are set to redefine digital healthcare. From pioneering advancements like AI-driven smart hospitals and space-based medicine to delivering digital health solutions to displaced populations,
Participants are encouraged to discover what's in store and begin planning their visit.
Three stages, one vision
The conference programme at WHX Tech is structured around three dynamic stages, each focused on a unique aspect of healthcare transformation:
World X – Global Perspectives on Digital Health Innovation
Across three immersive days, World X offers a deep dive into how nations around the globe are embracing digital health at scale. Attendees will explore real-world case studies showcasing the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, diagnostics, remote monitoring, and digital therapeutics. The event provides a rare opportunity to understand how innovations such as robotics, virtual care, and data analytics are actively transforming modern healthcare systems, driving efficiency, equity, and improved patient outcomes.
Xcelerate – Catalysing the next generation of health tech leaders
Xcelerate brings participants into the heart of the investment conversation, offering a front-row seat to how venture capitalists and angel investors identify the next wave of health tech disruptors. Industry leaders share firsthand insights into what fuels their investment decisions—what sparks interest, what raises red flags, and what convinces them to commit.
The stage features the Xcelerate startup pitch competition, as emerging companies compete for a $50,000 equity-free cash prize. It's a rare chance to witness the decision-making process behind the rise of tomorrow's healthcare unicorns, and to gain invaluable insider knowledge on market trends, investor priorities, and innovation trajectories.
Future X – Showcasing the frontier of healthcare technology
At Future X, the boundary between science fiction and clinical reality continues to blur. This showcase is a launchpad for the most visionary technologies reshaping the future of care—from AI and robotics to quantum computing. Through live demonstrations and product unveilings, innovators from around the world present breakthroughs that are already influencing patient care. It's more than a glimpse of what's next; it's a firsthand experience of how transformative technologies are being built and implemented in real-time, redefining the future of global health.
Backed by global experts
A key differentiator for WHX Tech is its advisory board, comprising world-renowned digital health experts who ensure the programming remains cutting-edge and globally relevant. Confirmed members include:
Dr. David Rhew, global chief medical officer & VP of Healthcare, Microsoft
Dr. Sam Shah, director of Healthcare Data Management, NEOM
Reenita Das, partner and senior VP, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Frost & Sullivan
Dr. Myriam Fernandez, Head of Health Innovation, AWS
Dr. James Mault, CEO, BioIntelliSense
Their collective insights shape a programme rooted in evidence, scalability, and impact.
Meet the health experts who will shape the future of healthcare at WHX Tech:
Dr. Avi Mehra – Associate Partner, IBM Healthcare & Life Sciences
Dr. Justus Wolff – EU Focus Group on AI Implementation
Zayna Khayat, Applied Health Futurist
Dr. Devi Shetty – Founder & Chairman, Narayana Health
Khulood Mohamed Alsayegh – Head of Clinical Standards and Guidelines Section Health Policies and Standard Department, DHA
Dr. Mohammad Al Redha – Director, Health Informatics & Smart Health, DHA
Mahesh Alpannan – Head of Digital Health, MOH Malaysia
Araceli Camacho – Transformation Director, Hospital Clinic Barcelona
These speakers, among others, will address emerging digital health trends, health equity, policy evolution, investment strategies, and entrepreneurial resilience.
Strategic alignment with national and global priorities
WHX Tech aligns with the UAE's National AI Strategy 2031, the World Health Organization's digital health objectives, and broader efforts toward universal health coverage. By convening decision-makers across tech, healthcare, and policy, the event supports regional and international health agendas.
Why attend?
With a full spectrum of digital health sectors represented, WHX Tech offers unmatched access to trends, partnerships, and market opportunities. Attendees will benefit from:
Curated networking via the Connections Programme, which facilitates 1:1 meetings between buyers and solution providers.
An exclusive Investors Programme, giving access to high-growth startups and early-stage deal flow.
Presentations from over 200 expert speakers and thought leaders.
An event unlike any other
Unlike traditional health expos, WHX Tech is purpose-built to drive real-world outcomes. It's more than just a showcase; it's a launchpad for solutions and a meeting point for visionaries looking to transform care models, improve patient experiences, and shape the future of digital health.
Whether you are a policymaker, technologist, healthcare provider, or investor, WHX Tech 2025 offers a front-row seat to the most transformative health innovations of our time.
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