Overview

The fourth edition of the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Leaders’ Summit, presented by PureHealth, will be hosted on November 18–19, 2025 at the Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. Centered on the theme “Community at the Heart of Healthcare Innovation”, this influential forum will gather policymakers, healthcare executives, and scientific pioneers to address the forces reshaping care delivery. From the growing challenge of non-communicable diseases to the promise of precision medicine and AI, discussions will highlight groundbreaking innovations and collaborations driving healthier, more resilient societies.

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Agenda

Healthcare Leaders’ Summit – Abu Dhabi

09:00 – 10:15 am

Gates Open - Registration & Networking

10:30 – 10:32 am

National Anthem

10:33 - 10:34 am

Welcome by Forbes Middle East MC

10:35 – 10:37 am

Opening Speech by Shaista Asif, Group CEO, PureHealth

10:37 – 10:42 am

Chief Guest Address by H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, UAE

10:45 – 10:50 am

Opening Act - Dubai Handpan with Anas AlHalabi

10:50 – 10:52 am

Opening Video

10:55 - 11:05 am

Fireside Chat: From Prevention to Precision - UAE’s Vision for Smart, Integrated, and Sustainable Healthcare

This session will highlight how international partnerships in science and technology are driving medical breakthroughs by improving healthcare systems and addressing global challenges.

  • H.E. Dr Fatima Al Kaabi, Director General, Emirates Drug Establishment & Executive Director, ADSCC
  • MODERATOR: Jayda Shoukry, Producer, Forbes Middle East

  • 11:07 - 11:22 am

    Panel: Smart Health for Smart Communities - Pioneering the Future of Healthcare

    Explore the pivotal impact of how policies, community-driven initiatives, cutting-edge technologies, and AI are redefining well-being and accessibility across the region.

  • H.E. Ibrahim Al Jallaf, Executive Director Digital Health Sector, Department of Health - Abu Dhabi
  • Rizwan Tufail, Group Chief AI & Data Officer, PureHealth
  • Prof. Alireza Haghighi, Chief Executive and Director, Harvard International Center for Genetic Disease (USA)
  • MODERATOR: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter & Producer, Forbes Middle East

  • 11:25 – 11:30 am

    Keynote Address: Reimagining Longevity - Prevention and Access at the Heart of Health

    A call to shift from treating disease to investing in prevention, ensuring longer, healthier lives across the region.

  • Ayman Mokhtar, Regional President MENA & EURASIA, Viatris

  • 11:32 – 11:42 am

    Fireside Chat: Powering the UAE’s Next Wave of Healthcare National Champions

    Access deep-thought insights on how strategic policy frameworks create the right conditions for advancing healthcare delivery and investment opportunities.

  • Khalifa Al Hajeri, CEO, Emirates Growth Fund
  • Moderator: Shahad Mahdi, Secretary General, PHRMAG

  • 11:45 – 12:05 pm

    Panel: Healthcare 4.0 - Analytical, Intelligent, and Intuitive Technologies for Smarter, Faster, Better Delivery

    Explore how AI, automation, data-driven insights, and robotics enhance decision-making, revolutionise healthcare delivery, and elevate personalised patient experiences for the community at large.

  • Dr. Georges Pascal Haber, CEO, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
  • Hein Van Eck, CEO, Mediclinic Middle East
  • Joseph Hazel, Group CEO, Apex Health
  • Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President, Dubai Science Park
  • MODERATOR: Dr Richard Jenkins, Chief Medical Officer, PwC Middle East

  • 12:07 – 12:17 pm

    Fireside Chat: From Vision to Impact - Leadership at the Intersection of People and Technology

    A conversation on how purposeful leadership and innovation are shaping modern healthcare by aligning human insight with the power of technology

  • Sherif Beshara, Group CEO, Mohamed & Obaid Almulla Group and American Hospital Dubai
  • MODERATOR: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter & Producer, Forbes Middle East

  • 12:20 - 12:30 pm

    Keynote: Rewriting the Blueprint of Care

    Understand how the twin tools of genomics and AI are helping Abu Dhabi reshape health systems and shift from treatment to prevention.

  • Dimitri Moulavasilis, Group CEO, M42

  • 12:30 - 02:00 pm

    Networking lunch

    02:05 – 02:10 pm

    Interactive Performance with Dubai Drums

    02:22 - 02:37 pm

    Panel: The Next Frontier - Advancements in Genomic Diagnostics

    Explore how AI and biotech-driven advances in genomic diagnostics enable early interventions and targeted solutions.

  • Dr Karolina Kobus, Chief Scientific Officer, Lifespan Group
  • Mark Stoesz, President, Enterprise Solutions and Partnerships International, GE Healthcare
  • MODERATOR: Dr Nigel Beejay, Consultant Gastroenterologist & Digital Health Expert (AI & Bioinformatics), Emirates Hospital

  • 02:40 - 03:00 pm

    Panel: Longevity Science and Ageing: Medical Breakthroughs Extending Health and Life Spans

    Understand how the latest medical advancements in ageing biology, regenerative therapy, and disease prevention are shaping the future of longer, healthier lifespans.

  • Dr Nicole Sirotin, CEO, Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi
  • Dr Hinda Daggag, Executive Director, Longevity, PureHealth
  • Dr Nina Tandon, CEO, EpiBone (USA)
  • Dr Ana Baroni, MD, PhD, MSc, Chief Science Officer, LongevityTech.fund (Spain)
  • MODERATOR: Dr Yazan Aljabery, Cardiac Surgery Consultant and Assistant Professor of Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

  • 03:02 – 03:07 pm

    Spotlight session: Precision in Motion - The Future of Robotic-Assisted Orthopaedics by Dr Ali Albelooshi, Founder, Orthocure Medical Center

    03:10 - 03:30 pm

    Panel: Healing from Within - Stem Cell Therapies Transforming Treatment and Recovery

    Delve into the evolving role of stem cell therapies in revolutionising targeted healing and regeneration.

  • Dr Shahrukh Hashmi, Director of Research, Department of Health, Abu Dhabi
  • Dr Yendry Ventura, CEO, Abu Dhabi Stem Cell Center
  • Ahmad Alahmad, CEO, Future Health GCC
  • Neil Warma, President & CEO, Mongoose Bio (USA)
  • MODERATOR: Dr Wisam Ismail, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, American Hospital Dubai (UAE)

  • 03:32 – 03:37 pm

    Performance by Dubai Handpan with Anas AlHalabi

    03:40 – 03:45 pm

    Spotlight Session: AI at the Heart of Healing - Transforming Cardiac Care from Theory to Reality by


  • Dr Yazan Aljabery, Cardiac Surgery Consultant and Assistant Professor of Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

  • 03:47 – 04:05 pm

    Panel: Striking the Right Balance - Ethical and Responsible AI Innovations

    An intellectual discussion on navigating the fine line between innovation, patient data, and cybersecurity, while ensuring transparency, fairness, and trust.

  • H.E. Mubaraka Mubarak Ibrahim, CIO & Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Emirates Health Services
  • Dr Asma Al Mannaei, Executive Director of Health Life Science Sector, Department of Health, Abu Dhabi
  • Dr Mohammed Khodadadi, Executive Director- Data & AI, PureCS
  • MODERATOR: Viwe Kunene, Presenter, Forbes Middle East

  • 04:07 - 04:27 pm

    Panel: Private Sector Shaping Public Good - Unlocking Opportunities and Capital Pathways

    Witness industry leaders discuss how to overcome operational and financial hurdles, ease of doing business in the UAE, PPP models, and the impact of a strategic flow of private investments in revolutionising healthcare accessibility, quality, and growth.

  • Kareem Shahin, CEO, Abu Dhabi Health Data Services
  • Yosra Badr, Managing Director, Seha Healthcare Group & Co-Founder Grinta (Egypt)
  • MODERATOR: Michelle Jardin, HealthTech Advisor (UK)

  • 04:30 – 04:50 pm

    Panel: Driving Innovation with Responsibility - Leadership Priorities and the Future of Pharma

    Explores the leadership mindset needed to balance cutting-edge research, affordability, and sustainable growth in a fast-changing world.

  • Ousama AlHaj, General Manager and Head of Human Pharma, Boehringer Ingelheim – Near East & United Arab Emirates (NEUAE)
  • Dr Haleh Hamedifar, Chairperson, CinnaGen
  • Dr Mahmoud Farrag, CEO & Co-Founder, Parkville Pharmaceuticals Group
  • MODERATOR: Dr Mohammed Naji, Founder, MONAJI Group

  • Healthcare Leaders’ Summit – Abu Dhabi

    09:00 – 10:25 am

    Gates Open - Registration & Networking

    10:30 – 10:35 am

    Opening Performance TBA

    10:37- 10:42 am

    Keynote Address by H.E. Mohamed Haji Al Khoori, Director General, Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation

    10:45 - 11:00 am

    Panel: Decoding DNA - Advancing Personalised Medicine and Tailored Treatments

    Experts will highlight advancements that are reshaping healthcare by enabling precise diagnoses, personalised treatments, and disease prevention strategies.

  • Dr Marwan Al Kaabi, CEO, SSMC
  • Prof Dr Sherif Fahmy, Professor of Pharmacy and Dean for Scientific Affairs, University of Nottingham & Executive Board Member, Dubai AI Campus
  • Vadim Fedotov, CEO & Founder, Bioniq (UK)
  • MODERATOR: Ramia Farrage, Senior Presenter & Producer, Forbes Middle East

  • 11:02 - 11:17 am

    Panel: Aligning Research, Innovation, and Industry - Turning Scientific Discoveries into Real-World Solutions

    Understand how collaboration between researchers and industry leaders, along with the adoption of innovative digital solutions, can accelerate medical innovation and improve healthcare delivery.

  • H.E. Dr Farida Al Hosani, Deputy CEO, Global Institute for Disease Elimination (GLIDE)
  • Bindhya Cariappa, Executive Director - Research, PureHealth
  • MODERATOR: Dr Fatima Abu Zanat, Regional Director of Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Office, Ipsen

  • 11:20 – 11:25 am

    Spotlight Session: Precision, Preservation, and Progress: The New Frontiers of Women’s Health Innovation by


  • Dr Wael Elbanna, OB.GYN Consultant, SARAM Medical group

  • 11:27 - 11:42 am

    Panel: Bridging the Gap - Leveraging Real-Time Patient Insights to Improve Outcomes

    Access insights on how eHealth, digital tools, and wearables are integrating real-time insights into clinical practice, leading to more personalised treatments and improved patient experiences.

  • Ayman Sharaiha, Co-Founder, Altibbi
  • Ali Hashemi, Co-Founder & CEO, metabolic.health
  • MODERATOR: Viwe Kunene, Presenter, Forbes Middle East

  • 11:45 - 12:00 pm

    Panel: Tackling Non-Communicable Diseases - Collaborative Strategies for a Healthier Future

    To reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases, understand how joint efforts in research, prevention, and community-driven solutions play a critical role.

  • Dr Ramadan Alblooshi, Senior Advisor, Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
  • Dr Mohamed Emara, CEO, Baheya Foundation (Egypt)
  • Dr Muhaned Attaulah, Senior Director of Clinical Operations - Outpatient Cluster, M42
  • MODERATOR: Jayda Shoukry, Producer, Forbes Middle East

  • 12:02 - 12:17 pm

    Panel: Connected Care: AI, Automation, and IoT Reinventing Patient Experience and Operational Efficiency

    Healthcare futurists will discuss how telehealth, remote diagnostics, and AI-driven consultations are influencing virtual and hybrid healthcare models while prioritising compassionate patient-centred care.

  • Mark Adams, CEO, Clemenceau Medical Center Hospital
  • Dr Brent Gibson, Founder & Principal Consultant, Avocet Health Partners (USA)
  • Alejandro Helbling, Chief Patient Experience Officer, PureHealth
  • MODERATOR: Michelle Jardin, HealthTech Advisor (UK)

  • 12:35 – 02:00 pm

    Networking Lunch

    02:05 – 02:15 pm

    Interactive Performance by Dubai Drums

    02:17 - 02:32 pm

    Panel: From Reactive to Proactive - The Future of Preventive Healthcare

    Delve into the role of predictive tools, early diagnostics, and lifestyle-driven care that are redefining and focusing on prevention rather than just treatment.

  • Dr Mishal Al Qasimi, CEO, Capital Health Specialized Rehabilitation Hospital, Health Shield Medical Center
  • Dr Omar Najim, CEO, Baynouna Gene Solutions 50 & BeeHAiveX
  • Arindam Haldar, CEO, Purelab
  • MODERATOR: Shahad Mahdi, Secretary General, PHRMAG

  • 02:35 - 02:40 pm

    Spotlight Session: The Digital Doctor - Redefining Preventive Care Through Social Media Innovation by


  • Dr Khawla F. Ali, Consultant Medical Endocrinologist and Health Influencer

  • 02:42 - 02:57 pm

    Panel: From Expertise to Excellence - Building a Future-Ready Workforce

    A deep dive into the UAE's talent development, upskilling, and policy evolution that is creating a dynamic healthcare ecosystem prepared for emerging challenges.

  • Dr Laila AbdelWareth, CEO, Diagnostics-Global Patient Care, M42
  • Dr Aseel Takshe, Acting Dean, School of Health Sciences and Psychology, Canadian University Dubai
  • MODERATOR: Ariadni Nerkizoglou, Head of Marketing, MetLife Gulf

  • 03:00 - 03:15 pm

    Panel: Advancing Women’s Health - Access to Quality and Personalised Care

    This panel will unravel the evolving landscape of women’s health by enhancing accessibility, advancing tailored medical approaches, and addressing critical concerns at every stage of life.

  • Sophie Smith, Founder & CEO, Nabta Health
  • Dr Khadija Al Marashda, CEO, SEHA Clinics
  • Prof. Amr Hassan, Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cairo University (Egypt)
  • MODERATOR: Niousha Haghbin, Integrative Nutrition & Hormone Health Coach, Podcast Host, Cycle Hood

  • 03:17 - 03:32 pm

    Panel: Holistic Wellbeing - The Impact of Physical Health on Mental Resilience

    A deep dive into the symbiotic connection between physical health and mental resilience while exploring the link between nutrition, sleep, exercise, and chronic disease.

  • Scott Armstrong, Founder, mentl
  • Dr Zain Ali Alyafei, CEO, SAKINA
  • MODERATOR: Margo Jordan, Founder and CEO, Enrichly (USA)

  • 03:35 – 03:40 pm

    Spotlight Session: From Clicks to Care - Building Trustworthy Digital Health for Women in MENA by


  • Dr Ahmed Ezzat, Obstetrician Gynecologist & Women’s Health Educator

  • 03:42 - 03:57 pm

    Panel: Towards a Resilient Future - Balancing Innovation with Environmental Responsibility

    Access insights on integrating sustainable healthcare models and smart resource management to enhance holistic healthcare without compromising the environment.

  • Leya Al Damani, Chief Sustainability Officer, PureHealth
  • Dr Joanne, Senior Consultant, Dubai Health Authority (DHA)
  • MODERATOR: Layan Abo Shkier, Editor & Researcher, Forbes Middle East

  • 04:00 - 04:15 pm

    Panel: Music, Health, and the Innovation Economy

    As healthcare leaders confront non-communicable diseases, rising costs, and workforce burnout, rigorous research demonstrates that music-based interventions deliver measurable ROI through lower pharmaceutical use, reduced readmissions, and improved workforce resilience. This panel brings together global experts in music medicine, music therapy, and healthcare innovation to explore how evidence-based programs are being scaled through hospital collaborations, community initiatives, and health-tech entrepreneurship to build healthier, more resilient societies.

  • Stephen Grobmyer, Chair, Cancer Institute, Fatima bint Mubarak Center, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
  • Sasha McLeod, Co-Founder, Managing Director, Creative Health Therapies
  • Kristal Foster, MA, MT-BC NICU Music Therapist (USA)
  • MODERATOR: Joy Allen, Chair, Berklee College of Music (USA)

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    Location

    Emirates Palace ,  Abu Dhabi

    Emirates Palace is an iconic luxury hotel that epitomizes Arabian grandeur and has often been described as a “palace rather than just a hotel”. the hotel’s aesthetic merges Islamic architectural elements such as harmonious geometry and rhythmic proportions—with modern construction techniques.

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    Forbes Middle East is a licensee of Forbes Media and extends the Forbes brand of journalism across the Arab world. Forbes Middle East’s distinctive editorial style attracts a readership of Arab leaders, entrepreneurs, C-level executives, government officials and investors united by a belief in the spirit of free enterprise and entrepreneurial values.Across the region, Forbes Middle East sets the pace for preemptive business journalism. By uncovering trends and anticipating opportunities in the regional marketplace, each monthly issue brings top executives the information critical to their success – in both Arabic and English language editions. The magazine researches and publishes original rankings, based on methodologies set by Forbes Media.