Saudi Arabia’s Global Health Exhibition 2026 to showcase AI-driven healthcare transformation
The Kingdom’s digital health market is projected to reach US$11.07 billion by 2033, highlighting growing demand for advanced healthcare technologies.
SAUDI ARABIA—Saudi Arabia is accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital health technologies as part of its Vision 2030 strategy to modernize healthcare.
Reflecting this momentum, the Global Health Exhibition (GHE) 2026, scheduled for October 26–29, will bring together healthcare leaders, policymakers, technology providers and innovators to explore how digital solutions are improving patient care and strengthening health systems.
The exhibition comes at a time when healthcare organizations around the world are shifting from testing AI applications to implementing them at scale.
Saudi Arabia is among the countries leading this transition, with increasing investments in technologies that enhance clinical workflows, diagnostics, hospital management and patient engagement.
The Kingdom’s digital health market is projected to reach US$11.07 billion by 2033, highlighting growing demand for advanced healthcare technologies.
Global technology showcase
More than 2,200 exhibiting brands from 46 countries will present solutions designed to support AI-powered diagnostics, connected care, healthcare data management, hospital operations and clinical decision support.
The exhibition aims to connect healthcare providers with technology companies and industry experts that can help accelerate digital transformation across the healthcare sector.
Confirmed exhibitors include Oracle, Dexcom, Health Insights, InterSystems, Adaptive TechSoft, ECcaretech, Wolters Kluwer and Health Connections for Information Technology.
These companies will demonstrate scalable digital health platforms that enable healthcare providers to improve efficiency, integrate data systems and deliver better patient outcomes.
Dr. Fouziyah AlJarallah, CEO of Hayat National Hospital, said digital transformation is reshaping healthcare by improving patient outcomes, strengthening clinical decision-making and creating more connected healthcare services.
As a Foundation Partner of the Global Health Exhibition, she noted that Hayat National Hospital is proud to support an event that brings together healthcare leaders, innovators, and policymakers to exchange knowledge and advance healthcare across Saudi Arabia.
Experts to discuss the future of digital health
Alongside the exhibition, the Digital Health Forum will feature more than 120 international speakers addressing topics such as AI implementation, interoperability, connected care, digital infrastructure, healthcare financing and data governance.
Confirmed speakers include Professor Shafi Ahmed, Consultant Surgeon at Barts Health NHS Trust; Dr. Arwa Alameen, Director General of Statistics and Information at Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health; Professor Dr. Ged Byrne, Director of Global Health at NHS England; Christopher Rockenbach, Managing Director International and Commercial at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust; and Dr. Adham R. Ismail Abdel-Moneim, Director of Programme Management at the World Health Organization Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean.
Professor Ahmed said digital health is improving access to care, supporting healthcare professionals and delivering better outcomes for patients.
He added that the Global Health Exhibition provides an important platform for sharing knowledge, building partnerships and accelerating the responsible adoption of AI, immersive learning and other digital innovations across healthcare systems.
New interactive innovation platforms
The 2026 edition introduces several interactive features designed to accelerate healthcare innovation.
The Digital Health Shark Tank will allow start-ups to pitch their ideas directly to healthcare and technology leaders, while HealthTech Live will feature live demonstrations of digital products and clinical applications.
Meanwhile, Health Scaleup will highlight high-growth companies developing solutions in AI, cybersecurity, health information systems and mental health.
Additional sessions will examine emerging technologies, including wearable devices, robotics, automation, agentic AI, ambient intelligence and smart hospitals, reflecting the industry’s growing focus on practical and scalable digital healthcare solutions.
Rachel Sturgess, Executive Vice President of Tahaluf, said digital health innovation continues to advance rapidly, but technology alone cannot transform healthcare.
She emphasized that meaningful progress depends on collaboration, knowledge sharing and strong partnerships, adding that the Global Health Exhibition provides a platform for turning innovative ideas into real-world healthcare solutions.
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