MedTech World Middle East | Dubai, February

What Happened in Dubai 2026

MedTech World Middle East | Dubai 2026 brought together 800+ global leaders for three days of collaboration, starting with desert networking in the Red Dunes and the MedTech World Awards Gala. Day 1 focused on regulation, market access, and investment, alongside a bustling exhibition and curated 1:1 meetings, concluding with a VIP reception in Dubai.

Day 2 highlighted emerging themes in data, longevity, and femtech, culminating in the Startup Pitch Competition, where Sinaptica Therapeutics secured top honours. The event reinforced Dubai 2026 as a platform for meaningful partnerships, innovation, and global collaboration in the MedTech sector.

The event brings together a distinguished mix of industry leaders: startup founders, global investors, government officials, decision-makers, C-level executives, healthcare and software providers, R&D institutions, accelerators, incubators, and academics. Attendees engage in panel discussions, startup exhibitions, pitch competitions, awards and gala dinners, networking sessions, cultural experiences, and more. MedTech World Middle East 2026 is not just a conference, it’s a vibrant convergence of entrepreneurship, innovation, investment, and the unmatched hospitality of the Gulf. A true bridge between East and West in the future of healthcare.

Our Attendees

33.9%

Startups

17.5%

Hospital /

Healthcare System

14.8%

Investor

13.4%

Service Provider

10.5%

Corporate

5.2%

Government Agency/Association

2.7%

Media / Journalist

Accelerator / Incubator

Our Attendees

35%

Startups

25%

Service Provider

20%

Investors

10%

HCP & Policy Makers

Government

Other

Summit Highlights 2026

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Steering Committee 2026

Dr. Khalid Kheder

Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia

MOH KSA

Philippe Gerwill

Founder and Managing Director

PGEA Limited

Dr. Narges Sheikhansari

Executive Advisor and Public Health Expert

Reenita Das

Founder

Reenita Das Inc., Former Partner of Frost & Sullivan

Our Sponsors & Partners of 2026

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Testimonials

Attending MedTech World Middle East 2025 was an eye-opening experience. The event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from around the globe, creating a vibrant atmosphere of collaboration and knowledge sharing. The keynote speeches were insightful, showcasing the latest advancements in medical technology and the future of healthcare. I was particularly impressed by the diverse range of exhibitors, each presenting groundbreaking solutions that promise to revolutionize patient care. Networking opportunities were abundant, allowing us to connect with like-minded individuals and explore potential partnerships that could drive the industry forward.

Hussein Albishi

President Saudi Health Information Management Association

It's amazing to see all the conversations and panels and presentation and also what happens during the breaks. It's a lot of the part of the ecosystem coming together. I obviously represent the public health sector, the academic health sector. There are a lot of founders and startups, medtech companies, VCs and funders and and this is all what it takes to make things happen. So it's genuinely exciting.

Dr. Yacine Hadjiat

Head of Dubai Health Innovations at Dubai Health

MedTech World Middle East 2026 was a strategic convergence point where innovation, regulation, investment, and patient safety aligned within a shared responsibility framework. The level of dialogue and stakeholder diversity transformed conversations into concrete pathways for collaboration. It strongly reaffirmed that health security is a pillar of national security, particularly in an era of rapidly digitalizing health systems where data governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory coherence are structural imperatives. Contributing to discussions on governance, data trust, and scalable, sovereignty-ready innovation reflects the commitment to building resilient and responsible health systems.

Dr. Allama ELMEHDI

Chief Compliance Officer at Community Leader at Global Innovation Institute

When there are so many health technology conferences in the calendar, what truly sets MedTech World Middle East apart is the quality of its speakers, the depth of its content, and its ability to foster genuine collaboration across the global health tech ecosystem. The sessions deliver actionable insights, showcasing real world innovation, and perspectives from leaders who are shaping the future of healthcare. The global diversity of the participants make it not just a conference, but a catalyst for meaningful partnerships and progress. MedTech World Dubai is where ideas meet impact and where the future of health technology is being written. Feel free to edit and use any or all of the above! Love what MedTech World does!

Steve Moore

CEO and Co-founder at Welcome Health Ventures

MedTech World Middle East was a big success for Berlin Heals. We met many new potential investors in this exciting market, learned about the rapidly growing GCC MedTech sector and had the opportunity to pitch our company from the main stage. It was great to connect with old friends and leave with many new friends. I already have several follow-on meetings with family offices and VC groups based in Dubai. I will be back next for sure!

John Brumfield – Berlin Heals Group

CEO at Berlin Heals

MedTech World Middle East was an incredible epicenter of the global MedTech community, bringing together key stakeholders not only from the GCC region but from around the world. Since all attendees were in the same business sector and shared a common awareness of challenges, it was easy to connect, communicate, and exchange knowledge and experiences. The congress was also filled with a friendly and passionate atmosphere! I am certain that this community plays a vital role in accelerating and driving innovation in medical technology globally.

Keita Shimomura -F Med

CEO at F.MED Co., Ltd.

Attending MedTech World Middle East 2025 was an incredible experience for NousQ. The event provided a dynamic platform to showcase our first in the world robotic medical device, CLiKX, to the GCC. We were also able to connect with key industry leaders in both the private and public sectors, and explore exciting collaboration opportunities. The event also helped introduce NousQ to new prospective investors from the GCC. The team from MedTech World did a fantastic job creating an environment that fostered meaningful discussions and business growth. We are grateful for the exposure and support. Thank you MedTech World for having us at this great event!

Lynne Lim – Nous Q

CEO at NousQ

MedTech World Middle East was an outstanding experience — incredible networking, organization, and value from start to finish. From the venue to the cultural tour, every detail impressed me. It was our first MTW event, and it made such an impact that Blue Goat Cyber is now proud to sponsor all future MedTech World events.

Christian Espinosa

CEO at Blue Goat Cyber

MedTech World Middle East 2024 was a remarkable experience and an absolute privilege to be part of. Having the opportunity to contribute as a panelist alongside such distinguished speakers was truly inspiring. This event continues to exceed expectations year after year, offering not only thought-provoking discussions but also unparalleled networking opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration in the healthcare and medtech space. It’s exciting to witness how the MedTech World team consistently raises the bar, curating an agenda that combines cutting-edge topics with actionable insights. The diversity of expertise and the vibrant atmosphere make this roadshow a must-attend for anyone passionate about driving change in the healthcare industry. I look forward to seeing how this event evolves further and to contributing to its future editions. Kudos to the organizers for delivering yet another stellar gathering!

Philippe Gerwill

Founder and Managing Director at PGEA Limited

From my perspective, the venue was fantastic. Also the level of it in these uh uh attendees was really good in terms of representation of private companies, and government. So from that perspective it was really positive. Also the speakers that you had in the volume of getting people engaged on the size of the meeting made it very convenient for the networking and the quality of talks. The investors dinner was really good. I left the meeting with some investors that I spoke to and I'm still talking to them.

Andrew Ortega-Verdaguer

CEO & Co-Founder CEO & Co-Founder IntelVasc Inc

Floor Plan

Full Screen

Top Speakers

Hon. Robert Abela

Prime Minister of Malta

Ken Nelson

Partner

MedTech Advantage Fund

Ivanny Franklin

Managing Partner

MedSight Capital

Diana Saraceni

General Manager

PANAKES PARTNERS

Rachna Dayal

Managing Partner

Sugati Ventures

Greg Madden

Managing Partner

SV Health Investors

Hirak Parikh

Principal, Venture Investments

J&J

Sahir Ali

General Partner

Modi Ventures

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