Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Healthcare Future Summit (HFS) 2025 officially begins today at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Running from 21 to 23 October, the three-day event aims to attract more than 4,500 participants from around the world, bringing together international healthcare leaders, pioneering experts, and innovators to shape the future of the medical sector.
The summit will be hosted in conjunction with the International Family Medicine Conference and Exhibition (IFM) and the Annual Radiology Meeting (ARM), creating a unified platform for medical specialists and healthcare institutions to discuss emerging scientific research, innovative technologies, and sustainable health solutions. Organised with the support of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM), the event will also feature the launch of a white paper highlighting the UAE’s remarkable progress in healthcare and the country’s strategic vision for long-term sector growth. Attendees will have the chance to connect with DHA experts and explore new collaborative opportunities.
More than 50 prominent brands from over 20 countries will participate in the event, while over 70 distinguished speakers are scheduled to contribute to the summit’s extensive programme. The scientific agenda includes two parallel conference tracks featuring more than 20 sessions, 50 lectures, and a total of 17.25 accredited hours. Through this global gathering, HFS 2025 further strengthens Dubai’s position as a leading international hub for healthcare excellence and innovation.
Marking its 10th year, the Annual Radiology Meeting (ARM) in Dubai will reach new milestones through its partnership with the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), ensuring a world-class educational experience aimed at enhancing patient care. The meeting will host 50+ participating brands and over 85 experts, delivering 21 CME credits across 24 scientific sessions. Conducted in two conference halls dedicated to Radiology and Radiography, the programme will also include over 30 poster presentations, offering substantial opportunities for learning, networking, and knowledge exchange on the latest breakthroughs in medical imaging.
Meanwhile, the 12th edition of the International Family Medicine Conference and Exhibition (IFM 2025) will welcome 50 leading pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and feature more than 45 speakers across three days, supplemented by over 120 scientific poster sessions. The conference is designed for family medicine practitioners, general physicians, and healthcare professionals, delving into advanced topics such as gut health, functional and integrative medicine, genetics in primary care, liver and kidney disorders, artificial intelligence applications for diagnostics, palliative care, and self-care techniques for medical providers.
The Healthcare Future Summit 2025, together with ARM and IFM, is organised by INDEX Conferences and Exhibitions Organisation, a member of INDEX Holding, with the ongoing support of the Dubai Health Authority. As a comprehensive medical event, it reinforces Dubai’s commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and knowledge sharing on a global scale, Xpats.ae reports.
