January is healthcare month in Dubai. From AEEDC Dubai to WHX Dubai, formerly Arab Health, the city hosts some of the world's largest medical, dental and pharma events. Here is the 2027 calendar and how exhibitors can make the most of it.
Quick answer: The major healthcare events in Dubai in early 2027 are AEEDC Dubai (19–21 January 2027, Dubai World Trade Centre), WHX Dubai, formerly Arab Health (25–28 January 2027, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City) and WHX Tech (27–29 January 2027, Dubai World Trade Centre). Dubai Derma is listed for April 2027. Pharma companies should also watch CPHI Middle East in Riyadh and DUPHAT in Dubai, whose 2027 dates are to be confirmed.
| Event | Dates | Venue | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| AEEDC Dubai 2027 | 19–21 Jan 2027 | Dubai World Trade Centre | Dental conference and exhibition |
| WHX Dubai 2027 (formerly Arab Health) | 25–28 Jan 2027 | Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City | Hospitals, medical devices, pharma, labs |
| WHX Tech 2027 | 27–29 Jan 2027 | Dubai World Trade Centre | Digital health and healthtech |
| Dubai Derma 2027 | Listed for April 2027 | Dubai World Trade Centre | Dermatology, aesthetics, lasers |
| DUPHAT 2027 | TBC | Dubai | Pharmaceutical science and technology |
| CPHI Middle East | TBC | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Pharma supply chain, APIs, manufacturing |
TBC means dates were not officially confirmed at the time of writing. Always verify with the organiser.
World Health Expo (WHX) Dubai is the new name for Arab Health. It now unifies the legacy of Arab Health and WHX Labs (formerly Medlab Middle East) as the flagship of World Healthcare Week. The 2027 edition runs from 25 to 28 January at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai. It is the most important show in the region for medical device makers, hospital suppliers, diagnostics, pharma and healthcare service providers. (ABHI)
AEEDC Dubai is one of the world's largest annual dental conferences and exhibitions. The main conference and exhibition runs from 19 to 21 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre, preceded by the Dubai World Dental Meeting. It is essential for dental equipment, consumables and clinic solution brands.
WHX Tech, running alongside WHX Dubai from 27 to 29 January 2027 at Dubai World Trade Centre, focuses on digital health, AI in healthcare, health data and hospital technology. (EIN Presswire)
Dubai Derma is the region's leading dermatology, aesthetics and laser event, held at Dubai World Trade Centre. Current listings show April 2027. Confirm final dates with the organiser before booking.
For pharmaceutical manufacturers, CPHI Middle East in Riyadh connects the pharma supply chain across APIs, finished dosage, packaging and contract services. DUPHAT in Dubai focuses on pharmaceutical science and pharmacy practice. Check official sites for 2027 dates.
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