PureHealth has partnered with Forbes Middle East to host the Healthcare Leaders Summit. The event will gather healthcare and wellness experts, as well as government ministers from across the MENA region, supporting Abu Dhabi’s efforts to advance the healthcare sector.
Taking place on 19 to 20 September 2024 at St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort in Abu Dhabi, the two-day summit will be held under the theme Beyond Boundaries: Advancing Health Towards Longevity.
Topics to be discussed at the summit include the significance of public-private partnerships in improving community health, the advantages of a holistic lifestyle, the use of intelligent technology to increase lifespans, and advancements in stem cell research, regenerative therapy, and biotech innovations.
Experts will also address pressing issues including tackling non-communicable diseases, improving family immunity, attracting top talent to redefine longevity, and advancements in paediatric care. Highlights will include conversations on breast cancer awareness and corporate well-being, as well as networking opportunities, entertainment, and wellness breakfasts.
Shaista Asif, Group CEO at PureHealth, said: “PureHealth is spearheading advancements that push the boundaries of medical innovation and enhance quality of life for people across the region. This summit is an opportunity to acknowledge the leaders in this space who are harnessing cutting-edge tools and solutions to transform healthcare for future generations. By celebrating these achievements, we foster greater collaboration between industry leaders, policymakers, and healthcare pioneers to tackle shared challenges. It also enables us to discuss the potential of AI, regenerative medicine, and sustainable practices to empower healthier lives and create a future-proof healthcare ecosystem.”
Khuloud Al Omian, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, said: “We are so proud to be holding this vital summit for the third consecutive year. Previous editions have been incredibly successful in exploring the topics and trends defining healthcare in the Middle East and globally, and this year we will go even further to truly transform quality of life and inform the future of healthcare for us all.”
Confirmed speakers include Her Excellency Dr Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi; Shaista Asif, Group CEO at PureHealth; Shaikha Almazrouei, Genomic and Stem Cell Researcher at TII and Chairman of the UAE Stem Cell Society; Fouziyah Al-Jarallah, Group CEO of the Hayat National Hospitals; Ayman Cheikh-Lahlou, CEO of Cooper Pharma; Georg Schroeckenfuchs, Head of the Gulf and Saudi Country Group at Novartis; Fatih Mehmet Gul, CEO of the Dr Soliman Fakeeh Hospital; Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Science Park; and Marcelo Pereira, CEO of Oman International Hospital.
