Forbes Middle East<\/a><\/b><\/p>\nUAE\u2019s Position Strengthened as a Global Healthcare Destination<\/b><\/h2>\n
Forbes Middle East has wrapped up the second edition of its Medical Tourism & Wellness Summit, held on 9\u201310 December at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel in partnership with American Hospital Dubai.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nThe two-day event gathered over 100 speakers, including healthcare leaders, policymakers, specialists, and global experts to explore future trends shaping medical tourism, health innovation, and wellness standards.<\/span><\/p>\nLeadership Emphasizes Sector\u2019s Economic Importance<\/b><\/h2>\n
UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, opened the summit by stressing the UAE\u2019s commitment to building a tourism model focused on wellness, preventive care, and advanced medical services.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nHe highlighted tourism\u2019s strong contribution to the national economy: 13% of UAE GDP, USD 70 billion in economic output,\u00a0 and more than 900,000 jobs supported.<\/span><\/p>\nIn 2024, the UAE recorded nearly 30 million visitors, the highest in the region. Hotels welcomed 23 million guests in the first nine months of 2025, with occupancy surpassing 79%, reflecting rising global confidence in UAE\u2019s tourism and healthcare ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\nInnovation, AI, and Integrated Healthcare Systems<\/b><\/h2>\n
Minister Al Marri underscored that the future of medical tourism will rely on AI-driven diagnostics, telehealth, and seamless patient journeys.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nHe affirmed that the UAE will continue investing in partnerships and technological ecosystems that deliver advanced, safe, and trusted healthcare experiences.<\/span><\/p>\nVision for Wellbeing as a National Priority<\/b><\/h2>\n
Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, stated that the UAE continues to lead in wellness and medical tourism through a development model centered on human wellbeing.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nShe emphasized that the summit highlighted cross-sector collaborations and showcased the UAE\u2019s capacity to build an integrated wellbeing system supported by world-class infrastructure and future-ready strategies.<\/span><\/p>\nDubai\u2019s Rise as a Global Medical Tourism Hub<\/b><\/h2>\n
Sherif Beshara, Group CEO of Mohamed & Obaid AlMulla Group and American Hospital Dubai, praised Dubai\u2019s leadership for its commitment to innovation and global benchmarks.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nHe explained that American Hospital Dubai is developing a cutting-edge ecosystem combining robotics, AI and precision medicine, preventive and longevity-focused care, and human-centered patient services<\/span><\/p>\nThese efforts continue to elevate Dubai as a trusted global center for advanced medical treatments.<\/span><\/p>\nKey Themes Driving the Summit<\/b><\/h2>\n
More than 20 panel sessions addressed major developments in mental wellbeing, nutritional health, physical wellness, and integrated care systems.<\/span><\/p>\nDiscussions were shaped by the UAE National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, which aligns with We the UAE 2031 and UAE Centennial 2071, aiming to position the country as a worldwide leader in wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\nStrengthening Public\u2013Private Collaboration<\/b><\/h2>\n
The summit concluded by reinforcing the need for stronger cooperation between government and private sectors. Participants emphasized innovation, knowledge-sharing, and new solutions to meet growing global demand for medical tourism.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nThese efforts further solidify Dubai and the UAE as premier global destinations for healthcare, wellness, and medical innovation.<\/span><\/p>\nStrategic Partnerships Supporting the Event<\/b><\/h2>\n
The summit was organized with support from Ministry of Economy and Tourism, American Hospital Dubai (Presenting Partner), Aspetar (Event Partner), BeAthletica, Bateel, INNARA, No More Bottles, Organic Foods & Caf\u00e9, Humanity Code, and others as gift, print, food, and entertainment partners<\/span><\/p>\n
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