Global Leaders Gather at WHX Tech to Propel Digital Healthcare Forward
World Health Expo, Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
WHX Tech conference in Dubai gathers over 5,000 professionals to explore AI, telemedicine, and more, presented by leading experts like former NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski.
Transformative Platform for Healthcare Innovation
The newly launched WHX Tech exhibition, scheduled for September 8-10, 2025, at Dubai World Trade Centre, represents a significant evolution in healthcare technology conferences. The event, organized by Informa Markets, has emerged as a spin-off from the main WHX Dubai rebrand, which was launched in January 2025 [1]. With over 300 exhibitors and 300 speakers from more than 30 countries, the conference promises to be a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge digital health solutions [2].
Distinguished Leadership and Expert Insights
The conference has attracted an impressive roster of global healthcare leaders and innovators. Notable speakers include Scott Parazynski, former NASA astronaut and current CEO of OnwardAir, alongside Professor Shafi Ahmed, an award-winning surgeon and entrepreneur, and Rachel Dunscombe, CEO of the UK’s NHS Digital Academy [1][2]. The advisory board features prominent figures such as Dr. David Rhew, Global Chief Medical Officer at Microsoft, who emphasizes WHX’s unique position as a digital health hub due to the region’s substantial investments in digital health, biotechnology, and AI [2].
Innovation Zones and Competition
The exhibition will feature three distinctive stages: World X, Future X, and Xcelerate, each designed to address different aspects of digital healthcare transformation. The event will also host the region’s largest health start-up competition, offering a substantial US$50,000 prize pool [1]. Attendees will experience immersive hospital simulations and digital health-tech demonstrations, providing practical insights into the future of healthcare delivery [1].
Regional Impact and Future Outlook
Dubai’s position as a global capital for healthcare transformation makes it an ideal host for this pioneering event. As explained by Solenne Singer, senior vice-president at Informa Markets, ‘WHX Tech is designed to spark breakthroughs and is an event that goes beyond showcasing new technologies – it’s about turning ideas into actionable solutions that address the real-world challenges facing global healthcare’ [1]. The conference aims to facilitate meaningful connections between tech giants, health systems, investors, and regulators, fostering an environment where innovative healthcare solutions can flourish [1].