Medical Tourism & Wellness Summit – 3rd Edition, 8-9 December 2026
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- Date
- 8-9 December 2026
- Venue
- One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai
- Format
- In person event
Overview
Overview
- Date
- 8-9 December 2026
- Venue
- One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai
- Format
- In person event
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Economy and Tourism, and in partnership with American Hospital Dubai, the Forbes Middle East Medical Tourism & Wellness Summit 2026 brings together leaders shaping the future of global medical tourism and wellness.
Global healthcare mobility is entering a new phase. Patients are becoming more informed, mobile, and outcome-focused, while wellness, preventive care, longevity science, and digital innovation are reshaping expectations around treatment, recovery, and long-term wellbeing. Medical tourism is evolving beyond clinical intervention into integrated ecosystems that combine advanced medicine, personalized wellness, hospitality, recovery, and lifestyle transformation.
As destinations compete to attract international patients and build world-class medical tourism ecosystems, the convergence of healthcare, tourism, hospitality, technology, and investment is becoming increasingly critical. The summit examines how destinations can create seamless patient journeys, strengthen international partnerships, attract investment, and deliver experiences that extend from arrival and treatment through recovery and long-term wellness.
Now in its third edition, the summit convenes policymakers, healthcare leaders, investors, wellness innovators, hospitality groups, technology providers, and destination authorities to explore the forces shaping the next generation of medical tourism.
With the UAE strengthening its position as a leading global destination for healthcare, tourism, and wellness, the summit provides a strategic platform to advance dialogue, foster cross-sector partnerships, and explore the policies, investments, technologies, and destination strategies that will shape the future of medical tourism and wellness worldwide.
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Agenda · 8-9 December 2026
Medical Tourism & Wellness Summit – 3rd Edition
Theme
Registration & Networking
VIP Arrival & Official Welcome Reception of H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, Consuls General, and Distinguished VIPs
National Anthem & Opening Ceremony
Welcome Address
Khuloud Al OmianCEO & Editor-in-Chief Forbes Middle East
Opening Remarks
Sherif BesharaGroup CEO Mohamed & Obaid Almulla Group and American Hospital Dubai
Opening Keynote Address
H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al MarriMinister of Economy & Tourism of the United Arab Emirates
Diplomacy & Medical Tourism: Advancing International Healthcare Cooperation and Strategic Partnerships
Explore the dynamic role of diplomatic ties in strengthening international medical tourism, advancing bilateral healthcare cooperation and building cross-border referral networks that connect patients with specialised medical expertise.
The Next Destination Economy - Wellbeing, Tourism and the UAE's Growth Agenda
A forward-thinking conversation on the convergence of healthcare, tourism and wellness as an economic opportunity for the UAE, exploring investment opportunities, strategic partnerships and the ecosystem needed to accelerate sector growth while strengthening the nation’s international destination proposition.
Group Photograph with H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, Consuls General, and Distinguished VIPs
Private Diplomatic Majlis & VIP Reception - An exclusive, invite-only gathering with H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, Consuls General, and Distinguished VIPs
From Ambition to Advantage - Dubai as the Epicentre of Global Medical Value Travel
Assess how progressive policies and an integrated healthcare and tourism ecosystem have positioned Dubai as a leading medical value travel destination, attracting strategic investment, strengthening its international appeal through public-private collaboration and world-class hospitality.
Networking Break
Turning Results into Reputation - Centres of Excellence and Clinical Outcomes as a Competitive Edge
Gain insights into how centres of excellence, specialist expertise and measurable clinical outcomes build international patient confidence, strengthen healthcare providers’ reputations and position destinations as trusted choices for cross-border care.
Mobility, Luxury Hospitality and Care - Redefining Medical Travel Through Elevated Experiences
Uncover how seamless connectivity, premium hospitality and coordinated travel services can streamline the medical journey, strengthen cross-sector collaboration and create a more integrated, compelling destination offering.
Destination Connect - Building Global Medical and Wellness Travel Corridors
Explore how international tourism authorities are developing cross-border partnerships, connecting source markets with healthcare destinations and converting growing demand for medical and wellness travel into sustainable visitor flows.
The Human Advantage - Talent, Trust and Personalised Care
Examine how healthcare organisations attract and develop exceptional talent, foster culturally responsive teams and build the trust needed to deliver more personalised, human-centred care.
Spotlight Session
Beyond Visibility - Branding, Digital Influence and Market Leadership
Access dynamic insights on how healthcare, hospitality and destination stakeholders are using branding, digital marketing and compelling storytelling to create a unified destination proposition, engage international audiences and strengthen global market appeal.
The Art of Ageing Well - Innovations in Longevity and the Evolution of Aesthetic Medicine
Delve into how advances in longevity science, women’s health and aesthetic medicine are shaping personalised approaches to healthy ageing, from non-invasive treatments to evolving techniques that preserve natural features and support graceful ageing.
Strength from Within - A Personal Journey of Resilience, Recovery and Hope
A candid conversation with Kinda Alloush on her personal health journey, the importance of early detection and supportive care, and how navigating a health challenge can reshape our understanding of wellbeing, family and resilience.
Decoding Human Potential - Genomics, Regenerative Therapies and Precision Health
Learn how advances in genomics, stem-cell research and regenerative therapies are shaping precision health, opening new possibilities for targeted treatments and innovative approaches to disease prevention.
Nourish to Thrive: Gut Health, Nutrition & the Science of Wellbeing
Deep dive into how gut health and nutrition influence overall wellbeing, examining the role of the microbiome, dietary choices and nutritional science in supporting immunity, mental health and long-term vitality.
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Getting there
One&Only Royal Mirage,Dubai.
Set along Dubai’s stunning Jumeirah coastline, One&Only Royal Mirage offers an exceptional setting where timeless Arabian elegance meets contemporary luxury. Surrounded by lush gardens and overlooking the Arabian Gulf, this iconic beachfront resort provides an elegant and inspiring setting for meaningful conversations and connections.
