Oman Health Exhibition and Conference 2023: Pioneering Healthcare
In alignment with the Oman Vision 2040 strategy that identifies the
healthcare sector as a pivotal industry for progression, the Oman Health Exhibition and
Conference (OHEC) is all set to, once again, drive advancements, foster collaboration, and
catalyse innovation within the sector. Revered as the Sultanate’s leading international event
dedicated to the healthcare and medical industry, OHEC is scheduled to take place from 18
– 20 September 2023 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in Hall Number 3.
Organised by CONNECT (Oman Exhibitions Organizing Company LLC) and conducted in
strategic partnership with Oman’s esteemed Ministry of Health (MOH), the event is
supported by the Directorate General of Pharmaceutical Affairs and Drug Control (PADC),
the Directorate General of Quality Assurance Center (DGQAC) and the Directorate of Private
Health Establishment. Co-located at the exhibition will be the Oman Health Conference that
is organised under the patronage of the MOH and is accredited by CPD certification. While
the exhibition timings extend from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, the conference will follow a
predefined agenda from 9:00 am to 5 pm on all three days. As a testament to its expanding
resonance, this year’s edition will boast the participation of over 160 local and international
exhibitors and is poised to welcome more than 6000 visitors.
Hosted by the Ministry of Health, the Oman Health Conference will give experts from
healthcare universities, government institutions and research associations a platform to
share technical developments in the sector and facilitate insightful conversations about the
latest trends and innovations in the industry.
The second day of the Oman Health Conference will commemorate World Patient Safety
Day with a presentation and panel discussion on Patient Engagement and Community
Involvement, honing in on the contribution of patients and caregivers to safety in
healthcare.
Commenting on the significance of OHEC to Oman’s burgeoning healthcare sector, Dr
Qamra Al Sariri, Director General of the Quality Assurance Center, said, “The Ministry of
Health, in collaboration with Oman Health Exhibition and Conference, aims to enhance
worldwide recognition regarding the importance of involving patients, families, and
caregivers at every level and in all healthcare settings to enhance patient safety.”
The expo, now in its 12th edition, will present an extensive exhibitor profile comprising
professionals in the field of hospital and medical infrastructure, medical tourism experts,
well-known pharmaceutical brands, and specialists in nutrition and supplements. A
confluence of expertise and innovation, the event simultaneously serves as a platform to
showcase the latest state-of-the-art medical technologies, facilitate collaboration between
visitors and avant-garde healthcare pioneers, and promote empowerment and sustainability
within the domain.
Geared towards promoting medical tourism, OHEC also stands as a model of synergy, where
foreign expertise merges with local aspirations. With prominent global hospitals, healthcare
establishments, and medical centers from around the world taking part, the event will
feature dedicated Country Pavilions which include India, Iran, Malaysia, and Thailand. In
addition, companies from Lebanon, Oman, Poland, Pakistan, Turkey, and United Kingdom
will showcase their latest offerings.
Apart from exploring a diverse spectrum of cutting-edge medical products, services,
equipment, and technology, visitors to OHEC can glean firsthand insights into the latest
developments and emerging trends in the industry through interactive opportunities with
industry experts. Beyond the knowledge exchange, visitors can connect with an esteemed
cohort of over 6,000 qualified key buyers, influential decision-makers, potential business
partners, industry stakeholders and end-customers from both local and global markets,
thereby, fostering a dynamic atmosphere for collaboration. The multifaceted landscape at
OHEC will also provide unparalleled opportunities to learn about Oman’s pivotal healthcare
projects and uncover fresh business avenues that stem from these initiatives.
In line with the Health Vision 2050, Oman aims to capitalise on these initiatives and
collaborate with foreign firms to inject international facilities and expert resources into
Oman.
Centered upon the tenets of constructing an efficient, responsive, and inclusive healthcare
ecosystem, Oman’s strategic focus on healthcare stands as a cornerstone in the edifice of
nurturing a sustainable and thriving society. Within this context, OHEC stands resolute and is
in perfect harmony with the country’s visionary objectives. Meticulously curated as a
gateway to bring in foreign expertise, specialised equipment and treatments, and the latest
innovations in the realm, OHEC will enable Oman to reinstate itself as a leading medical hub
while furthering its journey toward excellence in the field.
Entry is free to the exhibition and conference. To know more, visit https://bit.ly/3OugcJc
