Formerly Arab Health
Where the world of healthcare meets
World Health Expo
Save the date: 25-28 January 2027
Location: Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City & Dubai World Trade Centre
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The scale of World Health Expo 2027
235k+
Professional visits
4,200+
Exhibitors
195+
Countries represented
90k+
Unique attendees
World Health Expo
Advancing healthcare globally
World Health Expo (WHX) brings together the legacy of WHX in Dubai (formerly Arab Health) and WHX Labs (formerly Medlab Middle East) as one unified event and the flagship gathering of World Healthcare Week. As the world's largest healthcare event, WHX connects the full healthcare ecosystem across two world-class venues (DEC & DWTC) in Dubai, creating one integrated platform for healthcare providers, laboratory professionals, manufacturers, distributors, policymakers, investors and innovators.
Part of World Healthcare Week
One event. Two venues.
Discover proven healthcare solutions and medical lab technologies transforming care today
Connect with healthcare leaders and decision-makers
Who you’ll meet
The people shaping how healthcare gets delivered, bought and built
- Healthcare providers and hospital leaders you can learn from
- Manufacturers and technology innovators showing what’s next
- Laboratory and diagnostics professionals across every specialty
- Investors and founders backing the next generation of care
- Policymakers and government stakeholders setting the agenda
What you’ll experience
A week built around what you need, not just what’s on show
- Product discovery and live demonstrations
- World-class conferences and specialist stages
- CME-accredited sessions across every stage
- Curated networking built around your role
- Access to the innovations shaping what’s next in healthcare
What is World Healthcare Week?
For one week in January 2027, the entire healthcare industry meets in Dubai. World Health Expo, WHX Tech and WHX Leaders come together across two world-class venues; connecting trade, digital health and leadership in one city, at one time.
The home of landmark events: DEC, Expo City & DWTC
Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC), Expo City
Purpose-built for global business and collaboration, Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) serves at the gateway to Expo City Dubai, the home of Expo 2020 and COP28.
- Direct Metro access and major road links
- Linear hall layout for easy navigation
- Landscaped outdoor areas
- Direct access to Expo City Dubai
Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
DWTC sits at the centre of Dubai's business district on Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Direct access via the Red Line at World Trade Centre Metro Station
- Global business hub at the heart of the Middle East
- Plenty of cafés, restaurants and lounges nearby
- Minutes from Downtown Dubai, hotels and Metro
Impact reports 2026
Discover key insights and outcomes from WHX in Dubai
Explore in-depth event data, attendee demographics, media coverage, and key moments that defined this year’s edition. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the event’s performance and influence across the global healthcare landscape, making it an essential resource for partners, exhibitors, and industry professionals planning for future participation.
Discover the impact of WHX Labs 2026
Uncover who attended, what drove conversations, and how the global laboratory community came together. From attendee demographics and conference highlights to innovation showcases and key industry trends get the full picture in one comprehensive report.
Join us at WHX Tech
WHX Tech
Part of the World Healthcare Week
Where digital health innovation meets real-world impact, gathering 5,000 leaders, innovators and investors driving healthcare’s digital transformation.
Connect with CIOs, investors and innovation leaders actively buying, backing and building healthcare transformation.
Join us at WHX 2027
Conference enquiry
Ask us for more information about the conferences you wish to attend
Book a stand
Put your brand in front of the world of healthcare innovation.
2027 Accommodation recommendations
Staying near DEC, Expo City in the below areas:
- Expo City
- Dubai South
- Jebel Ali
- Marina / JLT (Metro access)
Staying near DWTC in the below areas:
- Trade Centre
- DIFC
- Downtown Dubai
- Business Bay
Book your stay with confidence through Hotelmap, our official hospitality partner, offering convenient hotel options across both venue locations.
WHX Events App:
One App. Endless Opportunities
Discover weekly personalised content streams featuring WHX Insights, quick one-minute reads and deep-dive analysis articles – all customised based on your professional profile and function. Whether you're a clinician, healthcare executive, or industry innovator, the app delivers content that matters most to your role.
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