GITEX Global Unveils GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference To Propel Healthcare Evolution

GITEX Global has introduced the GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference, a gathering of AI and digital health experts that comes at a pivotal moment in global healthcare evolution.

The GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference, organised by KAOUN International, will be held alongside MEDICAL FAIR ASIA in Singapore. Messe Düsseldorf Asia organises MEDICAL FAIR ASIA, a leading healthcare exhibition in the region.

Harnessing Asia's Health Tech Potential

The conference aims to expand and connect the expertise of public and private organisations in tech and healthcare. Influential representatives from governments and global entities will join the stage this year.

Speakers include Sutowo Wong, Director of Data Analytics at Singapore's Ministry of Health, Dr Pauline Erica Tay from the National Health Innovation Centre Singapore, Dr Ossama ElHassan from Dubai Health Authority, and Hanna Burkhardt from UNICEF's Venture Fund in Sweden.

Innovators like WeiWei Hong from SingHealth, Shravan Kumar from SpeedDoc, Chwee Foon Lim from Ekso Bionics, and Dr Ramon Varughese from Qualitas Health are also confirmed to participate.

Strategic Partnership for Healthcare Transformation

This partnership between GITEX and MEDICAL FAIR ASIA brings together two influential industry event brands. It aims to create a world-class healthcare ecosystem underpinned by digitalisation.

"We are delighted to see this co-location with GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference in Singapore," said Gernot Ringling, Managing Director of Messe Düsseldorf Asia. "This collaboration complements our event greatly."

The conference will explore opportunities in hybrid healthcare where AI, IoT, predictive data analytics, and interoperability transform patient care systems. Discussions will cover telemedicine evolution, AI diagnostics integration, VR/AR consultations, remote monitoring, and emerging technologies like blockchain and Web3.

Exploring Digital Health Solutions

"At GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference and MEDICAL FAIR ASIA," Ringling continued, "the medical, healthcare, and tech industries can come together to discover the latest digital health solutions." He added that Singapore provides an ideal backdrop for advancing healthcare across Asia due to its leadership in biotech and health R&D.

The expertly curated programme will feature talks on how these technologies disrupt traditional healthcare models. The focus will be on making them more efficient and accessible while examining the region's readiness for swift transformation.

The region's digital health market is expected to generate $66.97 billion revenue in 2024. Analysts Statista project it will reach $99.57 billion by 2029 due to rapid digitisation of health services.

Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, stated: "Despite a broader worldwide downturn in funding, regional startups have attracted significant investments." She highlighted that accessible diagnostic medical interventions are priorities for future economies.

Connecting Global Tech Hubs

The GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference will integrate the Asian health tech industry into GITEX's global brand. This brand is known for its powerhouse events in Dubai, Singapore, Berlin, Morocco, and Nigeria.

LohMirmand added: "The creation of GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Conference shall rally the region's healthcare community to leverage deeptech." She emphasised keeping pace with a digital industry reconstructing healthcare.

The inaugural conference will bring together international speakers including future health influencers in Digital Health, AI, Telemedicine, Consumer Health, and Patient Care. Government leaders, executives, investors, policy-makers, and innovators will also attend.

To attend the conference from 11-12 September 2024 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, visit www.gitexdigihealth.com to register for a free pass today.