The 24th edition of Medlab Middle East commenced today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together over 800 exhibitors from 40 countries for a four-day showcase of medical laboratory technology and healthcare innovation. Running from February 3 to 6, the event is expected to attract more than 20,000 attendees, reinforcing its status as a premier global medical laboratory exhibition.
With 62 Indian companies participating, the congress offers a multidisciplinary platform featuring 12 CME-accredited live conferences, including a new Lab Automation conference track. This year’s event also introduces several specialized forums, such as the Women’s Health Leadership Forum, Precision Medicine Leadership Forum, ABC Health Forum, Global Lab Leaders’ Breakfast Forum, and GCC Lab Leaders’ Breakfast Forum.
A landmark addition to Medlab Middle East, the Women’s Health Leadership Forum brings together female leaders from laboratories, healthcare, and the pharmaceutical industry. The forum highlights the latest innovations and key challenges in women’s health while celebrating the contributions of experts driving progress in laboratory diagnostics. Discussions focused on the role of diagnostic tools in early detection, prevention, and treatment of conditions such as breast cancer, polycystic ovary syndrome and reproductive health disorders. Speakers also explored how personalized medicine is transforming hormonal and chronic disease management in women.
The conference opened today with an address by Sheikha Lubna Bint Khalid Al Qasimi, setting the tone for leadership and innovation. The first day’s Lab Management track emphasized global lab leadership, healthcare transformation through innovation and collaboration, and diagnostic advancements.
The event enjoys strong support from health authorities, including the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, Dubai Health Authority, Abu Dhabi Department of Health, and international bodies like the College of American Pathologists. Complementing this high-level endorsement, the exhibition comprehensively showcases eight critical product sectors, spanning Disposables, Healthcare/General Services, Imaging, Infrastructure, IT, Laboratory, Medical Equipment, and Pharma/Nutrition.
