Informa launches WHX Tech to connect healthcare leaders, spur innovation
Informa Markets has officially launched WHX Tech, a new exhibition showcasing digital health, technology, and innovation exhibition, following the unification of Informa's global healthcare events portfolio under the World Health Expo (WHX) brand.
WHX unites all Informa Markets' healthcare events worldwide, including WHX Dubai (formerly
The inaugural WHX Tech event, a premier hub for digital healthcare innovation, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 8 to 10, 2025. Hosted in partnership with HIMSS, the event will leverage their expertise in digital health transformation.
'The launch of WHX Tech, part of Informa's broader
'With WHX Tech, we are creating a dedicated platform to bring together the brightest minds and the latest digital health innovations, addressing critical challenges and defining the future of healthcare.'
WHX Tech's inaugural event will gather influential digital health leaders, from chief medical officers and digital health officers to hospital directors and C-level decision-makers. Over 300 exhibitors will showcase cutting-edge technologies, making the event a hub for transformative ideas and collaborations.
'We are excited to partner with WHX Tech, a groundbreaking healthcare digital event that aligns with the HIMSS Mission to reform the global health ecosystem through the power of information and technology. By connecting stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum, we are building a community where collaboration and innovation can truly thrive to improve care delivery and patient outcomes,' said Ronan O'Connor, HIMSS vice president and Managing Director of EMEA.
WHX Tech, guided by a prominent advisory board including Dr. David Rhew (Microsoft), James Mault (BioIntelliSense), and Sam Shah (NEOM), will showcase cutting-edge health technology.
The event features live demos of VR, wearables, and telemedicine, a VIP Buyers Programme, exclusive lounges, and three stages exploring topics from AI to digital health initiatives. Industry leaders such as HIMSS, Cleveland Clinic and Frost & Sullivan support WHX Tech by Informa Markets.
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