Dubai: Forbes Middle East is set to launch the second edition of the Medical Tourism and Wellness Summit, taking place on 9-10 December in partnership with the American Hospital Dubai. The event will convene an exceptional assembly of specialists and thought leaders in medical tourism and wellness, alongside senior economic figures, government officials, and innovators from across the region and the world.
According to Emirates News Agency, the summit will underscore the region’s expanding stature as a global destination for advanced healthcare and a leading hub for innovation in medical tourism and related wellness solutions. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, will deliver the keynote address in the opening session, highlighting the sector’s growing significance and its contribution to both the national and regional economies. Mishal Abdul Karim Julfar, Executive Director of Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, will also join discussions alongside a distinguished lineup of expe
rts and industry leaders.
Hosted at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, the summit will explore six core themes, including the UAE National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, which seeks to position the country as a global leader in wellbeing in alignment with UAE Vision 2031 and the UAE Centennial 2071 goals. This strategy has catalyzed significant progress in income levels, social wellbeing, and high-quality public services, reinforcing the UAE’s status as a preferred global destination for tourism, healthcare, and investment.
The programme will delve into the UAE’s leadership in shaping the future of health and happiness, its emergence as a global centre for medical tourism, and the development of advanced insurance solutions designed to improve international access to healthcare. Discussions will highlight innovations that streamline services and enhance patient satisfaction worldwide.
Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, emphasized the summit’s timing as the region undergoes a transformative s
hift in its understanding and development of holistic wellbeing, alongside the rapid growth of medical tourism. She noted that caring for physical and mental health is not optional but essential for a balanced and resilient future. The summit aims to showcase the latest global advancements and reimagine the future of health and medical tourism.
Sherif Beshara, Group CEO of Mohamed and Obaid AlMulla Group and American Hospital Dubai, expressed pride in collaborating with partners to support healthcare sector development in Dubai and the wider region. He highlighted American Hospital Dubai’s role in enhancing patient care and expanding access to world-class services. Beshara noted that events like this summit provide an ideal platform to explore how advancements can contribute to a sustainable future for medical tourism and strengthen the broader health economy.
The summit is expected to attract a prominent lineup of speakers, experts, content creators, and entrepreneurs from across the region who will share
insights on effective wellness strategies, the role of technology, and innovations driving holistic health and wellbeing.
Forbes Middle East is partnering with a distinguished group of organizations for this year’s summit, in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, including its main partner American Hospital Dubai, along with Aspetar, BeAthletica, Bateel, INNARA, No More Bottles, The Ginger People, Organic Foods and Café, Humanity Code, BusinessBay by Millennium, Eau Thermale Avène, Bioderma, The Global Limo, Dubai Drums, Spectrum Sustainable Printing, Naughty Pizza, and House of Pops.